Empire True Blue 12-Inch
Score: 92/100
Milescraft 8410 MC-Square300
Score: 92/100Rankings
The Empire EM81.12 is a 12-inch heavy-duty magnetic torpedo level featuring an extruded aluminum frame and four True Blue vials for precise multi-angle measurements. It is designed for professional tradespeople who require high accuracy in tight spaces, offering a full-length magnet and a unique Vari-Pitch vial for slope calculations. It is ideal for plumbers, electricians, and framers needing precision in confined areas.
The Milescraft 8410 MC-Square300 Imperial is a multi-functional 12" x 8" aluminum framing square designed for precise woodworking, remodeling, and layout tasks. It features an anodized aluminum body with a removable fence, built-in angle finders for 30° and 45°, and dedicated holes for shelf pins and euro-style hinge cups. Best for woodworkers and carpenters needing portable precision for laying out right angles and marking complex angles.
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Build & Durability(2) | ||
Warranty | Lifetime | 3 years |
Housing Material | Extruded Aluminum | Anodized Aluminum |
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Weight (grams) | 208.6 grams | N/A grams |
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Scale Type | Vari-Pitch | Inside/Outside |
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Professional sources and tool reviewers consistently praise the Empire EM81.12 for its precision and robust build quality. The Vari-Pitch vial is highlighted as a key utility feature for showing exact deviations, while the strong full-length magnet and top-read windows are noted as standout features for professionals.
Everyday users commonly praise the compact 12-inch size, noting its ability to fit into tight spaces where larger levels fail. The strong magnet is a recurring positive for hands-free leveling on posts, and the Vari-Pitch vial is valued for slope checks.
“perfect for this project”
“great for compact tri-axis readings in toolboxes”
Professional reviewers and editors praise the Milescraft 8410 for its 'dead on' accuracy in right-angle verification and its robust anodized aluminum build, which is deemed suitable for heavy-duty jobsite use.
Everyday users commonly praise the square for its accuracy on materials like MDF and wood, noting that flipping the tool helps verify squareness. The ease of marking angles using the slots and the practical utility of the holes for hinges and shelf pins are recurring themes of positive feedback.
