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Basic Carpentry Tools - Hand

Tool Pouch:

All framers need a good set of tool pouches’ recommend leather with two separate pouches, three inch wide belt, and separate hammer holder. This is the foundation of any set of basic carpentry tools.

Tape Measure:

 You pick the brand however; it should be 25, 30, or 33 feet long and have a blade width of at least 1 inch.

Speed Square: 

A triangular shaped metal square, Swanson is the most popular brand.

Chalk Line:

 I would recommend a speed line, you should really have two, one for red chalk and one for blue.

Chalk Line Clamp:

 A fairly new tool that eliminates the need for two people to chalk a line.

Chisel: 

I carry a one inch wide one that I am not afraid to use on nails or as a small pry bar.

Carpenter's Pencil: 

I usually carry two, sharpened at both ends so I do not have to drop what is being done to sharpen a pencil.

Framing Square:

Get a good one (not the $8 special at Wal-Mart) made of stainless steel or aluminium so it will last.

Utility Knife:

 Make sure that it is retractable.

Framing Hammer:

Straight claws 20-24 ounces are the best for framers. Stay away from steel shacked hammers, fibreglass or wood are best.

Cat's Paw:

 I prefer the type that has a nail digger on ends, one curved and the other straight.