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98/53
Collection
Description
Marking gauge, for marking parallel lines spaced from a fixed margin such as the face edge of the work. Donated by Mr Stamp.
A marking gauge, for marking parallel lines spaced from a fixed margin such as the face edge of the work. It is made of hardwood and stained dark brown. The mark is made with the pin in the end of the stem. The gauge is part of a collection of woodworking and stoneworking tools given to the Museum by Mr Stamp.
Physical description
1 marking gauge: wood; metal; good condition
Archival history
MERL 'Handwritten accession' form (Museum of English Rural Life) – 'Description: Simple wooden marking gauge made of hardwood, stained dark brown. The fence is held in position by a wedge. A pin in the end of the stem makes the mark. // Dimensions: Length of stem: 22.5 cm // Fence: approx. 7 x 5 cm // Associated information: See 98/44’
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