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But after using this scribe and their "Flatback" measuring tape for a couple of years I would have to say that the reasonable price is not a worthwhile trade-off for the substandard quality of the materials and workmanship delivered. The movement of the arms is not smooth which makes it difficult to fine tune the adjustment.
While it still takes up space in my toolbag, I often find it easier to cut a gauge block out of a piece of scrap and sharpen my carp pencil than to use the Accuscribe to scribe a joint.I would be willing to pay more, for a great idea that was also well executed. There is a metal pin encased in the plastic housing that is supposed to be retractable enabling the tool to be used as a compass, but the pin will stay locked neither in the extended position nor the retracted position making it a useless annoyance.
Granted, FastCap has developed many innovative designs when it comes to woodworking tools. However, the surfaces of the two-piece molded plastic frame do not align properly and flex a great deal.
What makes their tools even more appealing is the seemingly reasonable price at which this innovation is offered.
The flat reference surface, articulated marking arm, knurled brass knobs, and built-in pencil sharpener are fantastic ideas.
A real bonus. Best Compass and scribe I have used.Even has a built in pencil sharpener.
putting up sheatrock in an older home with no straight walls, worked perfect and sved me alot of time
Adjustment knobs are solid, no slop. The flat bottom is nice but it is so wide that it makes the tool needlessly bulky and inaccurate on semi-rough surfaces (like heavily-textured walls and ceilings). Does it's job well and the price is right. Built-in pencil sharpener is very clever and incredibly handy.Cons: Too big/clunky, won't fit into the utility knife-sized slots in most tool belts. The triple adjustment knob setup is a little awkward, it's almost impossible to adjust it one-handed while holding moldings with the other. I'm a finish carpenter and I've been using it for a month or so. Pros: Flat bottom for accurate scribing to smooth surfaces, Retractable metal point for rough/irregular materials.
Plus it has a pencil sharpener great product, well thought out. By far the best scribe that i have used.
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