
I like this square very much. However, Empire needs to be able to handle notches like Swanson so I can easily mark quick breaks on the board. The edge perpendicular to the board is deeper than the Swanson and can be a curse or a blessing depending on the situation. Finally, aluminum feels soft. Mine already has a few chips/dents that my roommates Swanson seem to be missing. Maybe it's just bad luck?