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Big Horn 19256 Marking Gauge, 9-Inch with Knurled Brass Adjusting Screw

Compact size fits in an apron pocket and works in tight spaces

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated September 5, 2026◷ 3 min read

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Big Horn 19256 Marking Gauge, 9-Inch with Knurled Brass Adjusting Screw
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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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