For checking and marking 90° angles in your woodwork projects and metalwork jobs, a try square is an essential tool for the task. There are different types of try square available in our collection but they are all used to test whether your piece of work is suitably square. Browse the selection of try square tools in the range below and read on to find out more about these handy measuring tools. The name ‘try square’ comes from ‘trying a surface’, which means checking a surface’s straightness, and ‘square’, which is another term for a 90° - or right - angle. Try squares typically consist of two parts: the blade is the longer part, which is made of metal. The handle - to which you might also refer as the stock - is usually wood, metal or plastic. In the selection of available at EMPIRE®, you'll find try squares built from durable materials that are designed for use on building and construction sites. They include features that allow you to quickly and accurately ensure that workpieces are square, and some include markers so that you can easily measure up the metal or wood that you need. Browse the selection online today to find the ideal try squares for your next job. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.