I find that my accuracy with a tape measures is generally about +/- a 16th (or more) of an inch because inevitably I have sag, angling, unhooking, etc. Also, it is a constant annoyance to have the tape flopping around when trying to mark an irregular surface, like quarter round trim, especially when pieces are under 12 inches or less. I find that I do much more accurate work when I butt a combination square/steel rule to a board end/side and measure. It is also easier/faster to transfer measurements because I can slide the ruler and lock the measurement.
I'd like to find a something up to 24" - 36" with a stop, or some was to catch the end/side of a board. I have considered carpenters squares, t squares, or maybe even just a ruler on a tabletop with sliding stop. I have also looked at bigger combination squares, but they get pricey.
I really don't want all of the extra information included with many framing squares and I don't really need metric markings wither. I just want clear imperial markings down to a 16th and a positive stop at one end so that I can firmly hold the measuring device on a work piece or lay the measuring device on a table and move the work piece to a stop.
Keeping in mind that this is just for woodworking, what would you suggest? Also to be clear, I would like to keep the price low.
Robby