Proper number of degrees between Compass points?

StockeW · 07-20-2009, 01:08 PM

Fellas, I am starting a woodworking project that I need a little technical knowledge on. I am going to make a Square and Compass, but I cannot seem to locate a definitive source that illustrates the proper spread, in degrees, between the Compass points. This is {not for the Past Master} version, with the rocker beneath.

The figure I have seen indicates the spread to be 30 degrees either side of a center line for 60 degrees total. To me that seems to be too wide. So I'm seeking the sage advice of some of the more seasoned Bretheren on this one.

Appreciate your assistance.

**Ashlar521** · 07-21-2009, 05:49 AM

I have read up on this myself , and it would be hard to nail down a correct answer . There are very many variatins as to how far the Compasses are spread . Take my three Masonic polo shirts for example , not a one of them are the same . I would say just fix them at an angle of 60 degrees and be done with it .

**BG_TRBL** · 07-21-2009, 04:58 PM

Sounds like a plan there Ashlar. I couldn't find anything specific either.

rescue48 · 07-23-2009, 06:36 AM

How about making the angle of the compasses match up with the square when laid on top?

07-20-2009, 01:08 PM	#1
StockeW Travelling for Light! Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Bloomington, IN Posts: 4 Lodge: Monroe Lodge #22, Bloomington, IN	Proper number of degrees between Compass points? Fellas, I am starting a woodworking project that I need a little technical knowledge on. I am going to make a Square and Compass, but I cannot seem to locate a definitive source that illustrates the proper spread, in degrees, between the Compass points. This is {not for the Past Master} version, with the rocker beneath. The figure I have seen indicates the spread to be 30 degrees either side of a center line for 60 degrees total. To me that seems to be too wide. So I'm seeking the sage advice of some of the more seasoned Bretheren on this one. Appreciate your assistance.

07-21-2009, 05:49 AM	#2
Ashlar521 Semper fidelis Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,417 Lodge: Blog Entries: 3	I have read up on this myself , and it would be hard to nail down a correct answer . There are very many variatins as to how far the Compasses are spread . Take my three Masonic polo shirts for example , not a one of them are the same . I would say just fix them at an angle of 60 degrees and be done with it . __________________ US Marines - "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem." - Ronald Reagan "Death Smiles At Everyone -- Marines Smile Back" "Artillery brings dignity to what would otherwise just be a brawl "

07-21-2009, 04:58 PM	#3
BG_TRBL "Laus Deo" Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: #232 Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania Posts: 586 Lodge:	Sounds like a plan there Ashlar. I couldn't find anything specific either. __________________ P.M. LaBelle Vallee Lodge #232 P.H.P. Lafayette Chapter #163 Sir Knight (Hospitallier Commandry) Prophet (Zafar Grotto) Freemasonry may be traced by history and tradition, ...it is only necessary to refer to the information presented to you in a general manner. Information considered "secret" to mason's will NOT be divulged. Seek and ye shall find, Ask and it will be given you, Type and it will be posted (and most likely, answered).

07-23-2009, 06:36 AM	#4
rescue48 Firedawg Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: The First State Posts: 77 Lodge: Union #7	How about making the angle of the compasses match up with the square when laid on top? __________________ Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before giving them your confidence. -General George Washington

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