A marking gauge featuring a sharp scribing pin (or blade) on an adjustable post, used to score a line parallel to a reference edge. The scored line guides chisel and saw cuts for joinery. Japanese Kebiki typically feature a small knife blade rather than a pin, producing a cleaner scribed line that severs grain cleanly rather than tearing it.
Maker's Stamp / Mei (銘)Mei stamp — KebikiTechnical Data
CategoryMarking
RegionsNationwide
Traditional Steels
This tool category is traditionally forged from the following steels. Click any to read its full metallurgical profile.
