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The gauge consists of a beam, a headstock, and a scribing or marking implement, typically a pin, knife, pen or wheel. The headstock slides along the beam, and is locked in place by various means: a locking screw, cam lever, or a wedge. The marking implement is fixed to one end of the beam.
A wood scribe is a tool for marking wood by scratching the surface visibly. A wood scribe is often used with a try square for accurate scribing. A marking gauge is a more specific form of wood scribe used to accurately mark wood for cutting, often for laying out mortise and tenon joints.
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Mitre square, for marking and referencing 45° angles, such as in woodworking for mitre joints. Spirit level, to check if a surface is level or similarly if a surface or edge is plumb (vertical). Depth gauge or height gauge. Form of marking gauge for marking lines parallel to an edge, by setting the head to a certain distance from the end of ...
Some mortise gauges are designed with one retractable spur, so that they can be used as marking gauges as well; [6] however, because the mortise gauge is an expensive and high precision tool, many carpenters prefer to have a separate marking gauge for general use.
This category is for measuring and marking instruments used in woodworking, cabinet making, joinery, and carpentry. Subcategories This category has only the following subcategory.