Silverline Mini Mortice Marking Gauge 130mm 793764

Silverline Mini Mortice Marking Gauge 130mm

Barcode: 5055058130419

MPN: 793764

Overview:

Mini Mortice Marking Gauge 130mm a compact, precision tool for accurate layout work in woodworking, ideal for marking mortices as well as general scribing tasks. Made with a durable hardwood, it features a brass slide and a knurled solid brass adjusting screw for smooth, controlled adjustment and reliable locking. Twin hardened marking spurs produce crisp, consistent lines, helping you set out joinery cleanly and repeatably. Its smaller 130mm format makes it especially handy for detailed work, small components and fine joinery where control matters.

Key Features

• Mini mortice marking gauge for mortice layout and general marking

• Rosewood body for durability and comfortable handling

• Brass slide with knurled solid brass adjusting screw for precise setting

• Twin hardened marking spurs for clean, accurate scribe lines

• Compact 130mm size for detailed joinery and fine layout work

• Ideal for professional carpentry, joinery and DIY woodworking

Specifications

• Brand: Silverline

• Product Type: Mini mortice marking gauge

• Length: 130mm

• Body Material: Hardwood

• Adjuster/Slide: Solid brass knurled adjusting screw and brass slide

• Marking Points: 2 hardened marking spurs

• MPN: 793764

Applications

• Marking out mortices and joinery lines

• Scribing parallel lines on timber

• Setting out small components and detailed woodworking projects

• Workshop and site marking tasks where accuracy is essential

How to Use

• Set the brass slide to the required measurement and tighten the knurled screw

• Position the fence against the timber edge

• Pull the gauge along the workpiece with steady, even pressure

• Repeat passes lightly for a cleaner, deeper line if required

• Store safely to protect the spurs and maintain accuracy

Mortice Marking Gauge – Key FAQs

• What is a mortice marking gauge used for?
  It’s used to scribe precise parallel lines for mortice-and-tenon joints and other joinery, helping you keep layouts consistent and accurate.

• Does it work for general marking as well?
  Yes, it’s suitable for mortice layout and general marking tasks where you need a reliable line parallel to an edge.

• What are the spurs made from?
  The gauge uses two hardened marking spurs, designed to produce crisp lines and resist wear over time.

• Why is the 130mm size useful?
  The compact format offers excellent control for fine joinery, smaller workpieces and detailed marking where a full-size gauge can feel bulky.

• How is the setting adjusted and locked?
  It uses a brass slide with a knurled solid brass adjusting screw, allowing you to set measurements precisely and lock them securely.

• Will it mark across different timber types?
  Yes, it will mark most timbers, though very hard woods may benefit from lighter multiple passes for the cleanest scribe line.