Best Secondary
Big Horn 19256 Marking Gauge, 9-Inch with Knurled Brass Adjusting Screw
Big Horn
Compact size fits in an apron pocket and works in tight spaces
- Compact 9-inch beam
- Polished hardwood body
- Brass-plated head and shaft
- Brass thumbscrew
Pros
- Compact size fits in an apron pocket and works in tight spaces
- Brass-plated head and shaft resist wear at the fence and beam contact points
- Short beam is less prone to flexing than long beams
- Low price makes it practical to keep as a dedicated secondary gauge
Cons
- 9-inch beam limits maximum setting versus a full-length gauge
- Pin cutter rather than a wheel or blade cutter
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