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Small Scratch Awl

The small scratch awl has an overall length of about 6 inches. It is designed for detail work and for starting holes for hinge screws in small projects such as jewelry boxes. The point is conical which makes a nice clean hole and separates the fibers allowing the maximum holding power for small screws. The larger scratch awl is great for heavier duty jobs and can even be tapped with a mallet. The overall length of the large scratch awl is 7 inches overall with a 2-1/2 inch high carbon steel, hardened point. The standard point is conical but can be sharpened with flats to convert it to a "birdcage" style awl if desired. This style will cut fibers and give a clean, drilled or reamed hole very quickly and effectively.

Large Scratch Awl
Recently added to the product line, is a larger scratch, or brad awl. This awl has a much more robust construction than the small scratch awl and is capable of taking taps from a mallet to create larger screw holes. The hardened, high carbon point is 3/16 inch in diameter at the large section and tapers to the point after about 3 inches. The overall length of the tool is 7 inches. The tip on the large scratch awl can be ordered with a standard conical point or with four ground flats that convert it into a "birdcage" awl. These sharp flats help sever the wood fibers and ream the hole as you twist the awl rather than compressing them like a standard conical point. If you plan to use the large awl primarily for starting larger screw holes, order the birdcage tip. If you plan to use the awl primarily for marking or starting smaller screw holes, order the standard point. Either way, this is a beautiful and useful addition to your marking tool collection. To see a larger image click here.
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