In my initial post, I did neglect to mention, I did actually do a test of
this square, as Wes describes.  The square is a 10" blade and the two lines
diverge by about 1/16" over 10" meaning that the square is just a little
under 90 degrees.  I then confirmed by comparing it to my Starrett that
actually passes this test.  I attempted to so to speak "whack" back into
square (I was afraid to hit it much harder for fear of bending something)
and I cannot tell that it moved at all.  It does seem apparent that the
blade is solidly attached.  I mostly would like to avoid the file techniques
as that sounds very much time consuming when I already have a glut of
accurate squares already.  I was curious if there was a technique similar to
the one used on framing squares that could applied.

Doc

John Holladay
docholladay0820@g...
205-229-8484
On May 9, 2011 8:06 AM, "WesG" <wesg@g...> wrote:
> Scott, I've always been under the impression that the easiest way to check
that a square is square, is with a straight straight edge. By drawing a line
perpendicular to the straight edge the flipping the square and drawing
another line. If the two lines are parallel, then the square is perfect.
> A reference square is a great tool for checking other objects for square,
though.
> Wes
>
> On May 9, 2011, at 12:24 AM, scott grandstaff <scottg@s...>
wrote:
>
>> How
>>> would one go about getting this thing back into square
>>
>> My best advise
>> First, do nothing quickly.
>>
>> You want to establish your own personal reference square. Make sure its
square in every way by careful testing and then keep it safe.
>> I have an 1896 marked Starrett that I can find no error in,
>> I use it for reference. Its all I use this square for.
>>
>> Assessing why a square is out, takes as much time as repairing it.
>>
>> Measure every dimension several times.
>>
>> Often a wooden body square has just taken a hard hit and knocked it
closed more.
>> Or knocked open, but this is rarer.
>>
>> But sometimes just one part has been worn or boogered or just never was
"in tolerance".
>>
>> When you figure out just what it needs, give it what it needs.
>> Clamp it well and knock it back with a padded, wooden or brass mallet.
>>
>> Or take a file and spotting ink (layout fluid) and take it down little by
little, checking a million times against your best reference square and a
bright light, as you go.
>>
>> There have only been a few squares in my life I didn't have to work on,
at least some. A few wanted radical repairs.
>> New old, nevermind. They all want something.
>> Its just normal procedure to me, for acquiring a new square to use.
>> yours Scott
>> --
>> *******************************
>> Scott Grandstaff
>> Box 409 Happy Camp, Ca 96039
>> scottg@s...
>> http://www.snowcrest.net/kitty/sgrandstaff/
>> http://www.snowcrest.net/kitty/hpages/index.html
>>
>> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>> OldTools is a mailing list catering to the interests of hand tool
>> aficionados, both collectors and users, to discuss the history, usage,
>> value, location, availability, collectibility, and restoration of
>> traditional handtools, especially woodworking tools.
>>
>> To change your subscription options:
>> http://ruckus.law.cornell.edu/mailman/listinfo/oldtools
>>
>> To read the FAQ:
>> http://swingleydev.com/archive/faq.html
>>
>> OldTools archive: http://swingleydev.com/archive/
>>
>> OldTools@r...
>> http://ruckus.law.cornell.edu/mailman/listinfo/oldtools
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
> OldTools is a mailing list catering to the interests of hand tool
> aficionados, both collectors and users, to discuss the history, usage,
> value, location, availability, collectibility, and restoration of
> traditional handtools, especially woodworking tools.
>
> To change your subscription options:
> http://ruckus.law.cornell.edu/mailman/listinfo/oldtools
>
> To read the FAQ:
> http://swingleydev.com/archive/faq.html
>
> OldTools archive: http://swingleydev.com/archive/
>
> OldTools@r...
> http://ruckus.law.cornell.edu/mailman/listinfo/oldtools
------------------------------------------------------------------------