464763 Solid Brass Wheel Woodworking Precision Marking Cutting Gauge with 2 Extra Cutters Micro Adjust Head

I picked this up to use for marking joinery and resawing lines. I took a bit of a gamble as it had no prior reviews, but everything in the same price range seemed to have mediocre reviews at best. Pros: The overall feel is very solid and well made. The fit and finish is right up there with anything less than $75. The blade is sharp enough for consistent marking out of the box, something that can't really be said for some of the others. The micro-adjustment mechanism is very useful in my experiences. I often make markings 1/4" or so apart, so making that with a simple twist of the barrel is a huge advantage for me. There is a poly screw on the reverse side of the first locking screw at the base. It allows you to dial in the amount of pressure against the main rod, thus changing how easy it is to move the head along the rod. It's a really nice touch for anyone that likes tuning their tools to be just right. A minor thing; the knurling on the lock screws and fine adjustment barrel is fantastic. It's a minor detail that I normally only notice when it's done poorly, but this time the knurling is clean and allows an easy grip without tearing apart your fingers. Too often manufacturers will cheap out on this, care was obviously taken here to consider that this is a tool you'll have in your hands dozens of times a day. Cons: I haven't really found any as of yet, it does everything I could ask of it and more. Quick notes: these aren't really cons per-say, just an explanation of what you're not getting compared to similar products. It's missing the graduation marks you get with other gauges. In all reality I use a Starrett combination square for my measurements anyways, but for quick work it would be nice to have them. The screw that holds the blade in place needed a bit of adjustment out of the box. It was screwed down tightly and wouldn't allow the blade to turn. One quick motion with a screwdriver and it's fixed. This is a preference issue, so I can't knock stars for that. The finish could have been better on the brass components. They aren't highly polished by any means, but again I could polish them in just a few minutes if I felt the desire to do so. The fine adjustment mechanism can be tricky to get used to at first. There are times when you have to sort of pre-adjust it to get it dialed in. Overall I'm glad I took a bit of a risk picking this up without much information on it. I wouldn't have gotten it had I not known how easy Amazon makes returns. I handled a lot of the competitive products in store, and found that this was great value for money by comparison. I'm looking forward to keeping this one on the workbench for years to come. The only real consideration as an upgrade for me now would be to look at the Veritas options, but for the money I'm 100% happy with this.

Before buying this, I have never used this type of marking gauge. Normally, I try to buy quality tools. I don't mind spending extra if the tools lasts since you save money and frustration over time. However, I went out on a limb and bought this to try this style marker out. I figured, if I like it, I will buy something like a Veritas or Lie Nielsen in the future. Not only have I found this style of marking gauge to be tremendously useful, the quality is impressive for the price paid. As advertised, it's solid brass and has good heft. I find the blade to be sharp and have no issue cutting fine lines. The adjustment screws could be a bit smoother, but they work well. The plastic screw adjusts the tension and functions well. Maybe the high dollar markers have a bit more fit and finish, but, is it worth three times the price? Not in my opinion. Taytools did a great job with this! I use it every time I'm at the workbench. Buy this and take the money you save and invest it in quality tools that matter like hand planes or saws. Get two and still save. It's always handy to have two marking gauges to save resetting on different marks.

The micro adjuster makes this a 5-star item. Independent lock screws for the head and adjuster make this a very, very usable and competent gauge. I hate gauges like this that don't have an adjuster and positive locking screw. This is great.

There's a lot to like about this marking gauge, but I don't think it will be the only one I buy. It moves fluidly. It is heavy and solid. The micro adjust is excellent. The materials are quality and it is finely crafted. It isn't perfect. The blade isn't as sharp as I want it to be and I'm not aware of any way to sharpen it. With a new blade, I have to go over a line repeatedly to get a line I'm happy with. Sometimes I'll be deepening my line with a second or third stroke and I'll miss the line, creating an errant mark. Actually this happens a lot. This is related to another problem, which is that I don't think the reference surface is large enough. Heck, I wish it was twice as big as it is, if not bigger. I have a really hard time actually keeping it flat on my reference surface. It slips and slides and tilts. I'll probably get better with time, but I've heard of this as a general criticism with this type of gauge. I think this also might be due to the wheel design. It just feels "slippery", in contract to my scratch awl which always follows my reference edge perfectly without sliding around. I may try a straight blade or pin design for my next gauge, just to compare. It would be cool if it had rule markings on it. Yes, you are supposed to use it for transferring a measurement, and it doesn't need rule markings for that, but this simple addition would add flexibility to the tool without significantly increasing cost. My next gauge will definitely be something bigger - either the Veritas dual marking gauge or one of those big, boxy wooden ones.

Built very well. A very handy tool for woodworking. If you're using a chisel this thing is a lifesaver.

The marking wheel arrived very well packaged. the tool is surprisingly heavy but very easy to use. Beautifully made. The package came with two extra wheels. With the weight of the tool it is very comfortable to use. The micro adjust is very easy to use and very smooth. The tool exceeded my expectations. I can highly recommend the tool.

When you get into using hand tools for woodworking the saying "you get what you pay for" definitely applies. The only marking gauge that I've ever seen that operates like this one is the Tite Mark from Glen Drake Toolworks which sells for around $100. Considering the "you get what you pay for" lessons that I've learned, it made me a bit hesitant to buy this tool especially since there were no reviews at the time. Stop reading the review right now and buy this tool if you're looking for a wheel marking gauge! This is the best woodworking tool deal on the internet! I see you've continued reading this review so I'll point out some pro's and con's. Pro: Very easy one handed use Very easy using the micro adjuster to dial it in to the length that you need Fits comfortably in your hand (at least in my hand it does) A very well made precision tool for an awesome price (buy two if you can) The micro adjuster Con: The micro adjuster was cranked down pretty tight and real had to twist to get it to loosen up for first time use. Once this is done the micro adjuster is very easy to use. The cutter wheel was dull so I gave it a few laps on my sharpening stone and cuts great now Why are you still reading this? You know you want it so go ahead and get it. You'll only regret it if you let this deal slip by!

Well made. Double locks let's you fine tune it for accuracy.

Cofo. Funzionale .permette regolszioni fini e precise Utile anche per hobbisti esperti.

Works well very precise

Es sólido y robusto, cumple con su función y está bien construido. Como aspectos negativos: no se incluyen los dos cutters circulares que aparecen en la foto. El microajuste no lo he podido usar porque la tuerca que lo controla viene muuy apretada y me ha resultado imposible aflojarla.

Great quality product but did not supply any spare blades. Photo Is very misleading and no help whatsoever from Workshop Heaven offering £4 off and CBA attitude on spare blades even though I offered to pay again for them 👎

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