Marking Gage

A marking gauge is a tool used in woodworking and other crafts to make accurate and consistent markings on a workpiece. It is typically made of wood or metal and consists of a beam or rod with a marking point or blade at one end and a fence or guide at the other end.

To use a marking gauge, you would set the distance between the marking point and the fence to the desired measurement. Then, you would run the marking point along the edge of the workpiece, allowing the fence to guide the tool and ensure a straight and parallel line. This is useful for tasks such as marking out joinery, scribing lines for cutting or shaping, or creating layout marks for precise measurements.

Marking gauges are commonly used by craftsmen and woodworkers to ensure accuracy and consistency in their work. They are an essential tool in the measuring tools category and can be found in the supply group of measuring tools.