Layout Tools

This stainless steel fractional dial caliper combines the same precision that metalworkers are accustomed to with a fractional scale for woodworkers.  Perfect for accurately measuring board thickness, depth and inside measurements.

Dial reads in 64ths” and .01″

Six inch capacity.

Nothing beats an awl for layout work and center hole marking. This awl features a long shank, slender tip and is fitted with either a beech wood (see photo) or rosewood handle. A beautiful tool that scribes a very fine line for accurate layout work.   5″ blade, overall length 8″.

Nothing beats an awl for layout work and center hole marking. This small, handy awl features a rosewood handle. A beautiful tool that scribes a very fine line for accurate layout work.   2 1/2″ blade, overall length 5″.

Punch, mark and scribe with this versatile, sturdy awl. The socket design holds up to heavy use with a hammer or mallet. Forged steel blade and unfinished Japanese white oak handle.

3″ blade, 5 1/2″ overall length.

This simple yet effective marking gauge has a sharp bevel edge wheel that scribes a fine line without tearing the wood fibers and does not wander with the wood’s grain. Precision ground brass head glides against the edge of the work piece and the knurled brass knob makes adjustments quick and easy. The steel rod is etched with metric and inch scales.  6″ depth of adjustment…8″ overall length.

A simple, effective tool for the accurate layout of all your projects. The 1/2″ wide carbon steel blade is beveled on one side and flat on the other. The flat side rides against a straight edge as it scribes a fine, precision line. The comfortable rosewood handle is pined to the blade to unsure a lifetime of flawless service. Overall length: 6″. Blade length: 1 1/2″.

The double beveled tip makes right or left hand use easy and accurate. Features include quality carbon steel blade, brass ferrule, and comfortable hardwood handle. Overall length is 8″.

Light Weight T-Bevel with 1/2″ x 7” body and blade. Larger size has a 3/4″ x 9.5″ body and blade. Easy to adjust and tighten using the knurled nut. All stainless construction ensures accuracy and long life. A simple and effective traditional tool.

7″ and 9.5″ sizes available.

These accurately ground and polished squares are perfect workshop companions for layout and machine set up.

2″, 3″, 4″, and 6″ sizes available. Hardened, tempered and polished steel.