Precision Meets Portability with the Hultafors Quattro Bevel Square

Tools that can do more with less bulk have become increasingly valuable on-site, and the Hultafors Quattro Bevel Square answers that call with award-winning practicality.

The Hultafors Quattro Bevel Square recently earned the iF DESIGN AWARD 2025, backing up what many tradespeople already knew… it stands out for all the right reasons.

Compact enough to live in your work trousers, yet built to endure daily site conditions, the Quattro 270 proves that form and function can exist in a single piece of kit. If you're laying out angles repeatedly or need one square that handles corners, bevels, and layout marking all in one, this tool deserves a closer look.

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For those interested in similar tools built to the same professional standard, browse our full range of Hultafors tools.  

Locking Angles with Built-In Flexibility

Unlike standard bevel squares that rely solely on free rotation, the Quattro 270 locks into six fixed positions: 45°, 90°, 135°, 180°, 225°, and 270°.

This makes repetitive angle setting fast and consistent. For less conventional angles, the locking mechanism can be disengaged, allowing the tool to work as a traditional bevel square with full rotational freedom.

There are also clear markings for 22.5°, 67.5°, and 75°/15°, which opens up additional use cases where precise layouts require more than the usual presets.

Compared to a traditional square, the Quattro 270 offers the kind of angle versatility and control that makes it ideal for everything from door linings to trim work in awkward spaces.





  

Built to Withstand the Job

The build quality on this tool tells you it's been made for tough environments. A 1 mm-thick, high-strength stainless steel blade provides rigidity without excessive weight.

Its 45 mm width fits standard stud dimensions, with a centre line that helps quickly mark both edges of a timber in one go.

The stock is CNC-milled for accuracy, and the tool boasts an impressive tolerance of ±0.06°.

There's no play in the movement, and the lock holds firm. This attention to precision makes it a trusted choice for trades who work to tight margins.

From timber framing to cabinetry, consistency matters, and this square holds up under scrutiny.  

Practical Design for Everyday Use

You also get clever design elements that quietly make your day easier. The blade features scribing notches at 5 mm intervals, so you can draw or score parallel lines quickly.

The opposite side of the stock is slitless, meaning no more thin sheet material snagging or catching on your measuring edge.

One of the more subtle but appreciated features is the dual-corner profile: rotate the blade 270° to switch between a sharp outer corner or a rounded one, depending on whether you’re working into a tight recess or following a curved surface.

These details aren’t just bells and whistles, they’re thoughtful solutions to everyday layout problems.  

Foldable and Pocket-Ready

When folded, the Quattro 270 becomes remarkably compact, making it ideal for mobile tradespeople who don't want bulky gear hanging out of pockets or tool belts.

The handle is 19 mm thick and made from fully anodised aluminium, offering both durability and a smooth, snag-free profile.

The laser-etched millimetre scale provides high contrast and long-term abrasion resistance, so the markings stay visible even after hard use.

And because it's fully foldable, you can carry it in your pocket with confidence, knowing it won't bend or get in the way. 

 

Technical Specifications

Here's a breakdown of some of the key physical specs:
  

Feature	Measurement/Spec
Blade Material	High-strength stainless steel
Blade Width	45 mm
Blade Length	300 mm
Handle Thickness	19 mm (Anodised aluminium)
Fixed Angle Positions	45°, 90°, 135°, 180°, 225°, 270°
Additional Markings	22.5°, 67.5°, 75°/15°
Angle Tolerance	±0.06° (±1 mm/m)

 

Recognised for Design Excellence

These design choices have not gone unnoticed. As Peter Victorin, Product Manager at Hultafors, puts it: “This recognition confirms what we already know, that our focus on innovation, functionality, and quality makes a real difference for craftsmen worldwide.”

The iF DESIGN AWARD 2025 win puts the Quattro 270 among the most respected professional-grade tools available today. It’s not just well-made; it’s well thought through. 

 

Built with Sustainability in Mind

And the innovation doesn't stop at precision or form. Hultafors has also taken steps to make the tool more environmentally responsible.

The aluminium handle has a carbon footprint that's one-quarter of the global average. Laser engraving replaces chemical etching for the markings, reducing environmental impact.

And with production based entirely in Europe, Hultafors ensures full control over working conditions, sustainability standards, and supply chain transparency.  

Here’s a summary of the environmental and manufacturing highlights:

Sustainability & Manufacturing	Details
Handle Material	Anodised aluminium (low carbon footprint)
Markings	Laser-etched (no chemical etching)
Country of Manufacture	Europe
Environmental Design	Carbon footprint of handle is 25% of global avg.

 

Ready for Real-World Work

The Quattro 270 isn’t trying to replace every layout tool you own, but it could easily become the one you reach for most often.

It is well-suited for carpentry, electrical layouts, pipe boxing, and any other application where precise measuring and angle setting are required.

Fold it up, drop it in your pocket, and take it wherever your work leads.

  

FAQs

Q1: What’s the difference between the Quattro 270 and a standard bevel square?
A1: The Quattro 270 offers fixed angle settings and full rotation, while most standard bevel squares offer only free rotation. It also folds down and includes scribing notches, giving it far more flexibility.  

Q2: How accurate is it for professional work?
A2: With CNC machining and laser cutting, it delivers an angle tolerance of ±0.06°, which is precise enough for high-standard carpentry, cabinetmaking, and fitting work.  

Q3: Can I use it for metalworking too?
A3: Yes. The slitless edge and stainless steel blade make it well-suited for marking sheet metal, as well as timber and composite materials.  

Q4: Is the tool made responsibly?
A4: The handle is low-carbon aluminium, the markings are laser-etched without chemicals, and the entire tool is made in Europe under ethical working conditions.  

Q5: Does it really fit in a pocket?
A5: Yes. When folded, the square is compact and flat enough to slip into most work trousers without damage or discomfort.