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A mortise marking gauge is a woodworking tool used to accurately measure and mark the location and depth of a mortise, which is a rectangular hole or recess cut into wood to receive a tenon or other joint. Here's how to use a mortise marking gauge effectively: 
Tools and Materials Needed:
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<li>Mortise marking gauge</li>
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<li>Pencil (optional for additional marking) </li>
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Steps to Use a Mortise Marking Gauge: 
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Prepare Your Workpiece: Ensure that your workpiece is ready for marking. This may involve cutting the wood to size and making any other necessary preparations. 
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Set the Desired Width: Adjust the mortise marking gauge to the desired width or thickness of the mortise. The gauge typically has a fence or two pins that can be moved to set the width. Tighten the locking mechanism to secure the setting. 
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Set the Depth: Determine the desired depth of the mortise. This can be based on your project's specifications or plans. Adjust the marking gauge's depth stop to the desired depth, ensuring it is secure. 
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Position the Gauge: Place the mortise marking gauge against the edge of the workpiece where you want to create the mortise. The fence or pins should rest firmly against the surface. 
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Mark the Edge: While holding the gauge steady, firmly run the marking wheel or cutter along the surface of the wood. This action will scribe a line, indicating the width and depth of the mortise on the wood. 
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Repeat as Needed: If your mortise requires multiple passes to reach the desired depth, make additional passes with the marking gauge, adjusting the depth stop accordingly. 
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Additional Marking (Optional): Depending on your project, you may want to use a pencil or another marking tool to clearly indicate the area to be removed for the mortise. 
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Chisel Out the Mortise: With the marked lines as your guide, use appropriate chisels and other tools to remove the wood within the marked area. Take care to stay within the lines, and work to the specified depth. 
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Test Fit: After cutting the mortise, test-fit the tenon or joint to ensure it fits correctly. Make any necessary adjustments if the fit is too tight or too loose. 
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Final Adjustments: Once you are satisfied with the fit, you can proceed with further assembly or joinery work as needed for your project. 
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Using a mortise marking gauge is essential for achieving precise and accurate mortises in woodworking projects. Proper measurement and marking at the beginning of the process help ensure that your joints fit together seamlessly.HOw to Use

HOW TO USE MORTICE MARKING GAUGE

A wooden mortise marking gauge is a specialized woodworking tool designed for accurately marking out mortises, which are rectangular slots or recesses in a piece of wood. This tool is particularly useful in woodworking projects where mortise and tenon joints are employed, as it allows for precise measurements and layout of the mortise, ensuring a snug fit with the corresponding tenon. Here are the primary application areas for a wooden mortise marking gauge: 
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Joinery Projects:
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<li>The most common application is in joinery projects where mortise and tenon joints are used. This includes furniture making, cabinet construction, and other woodworking tasks that require strong and durable connections between pieces of wood. </li>
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Cabinetmaking:
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<li>Cabinetmakers often use mortise and tenon joints for constructing cabinets and other furniture pieces. The wooden mortise marking gauge ensures accuracy in marking out the mortises, contributing to the overall quality and strength of the joints. </li>
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Door and Window Construction:
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<li>Wooden mortise marking gauges are essential in crafting doors and windows, especially when creating frames with traditional joinery methods. Mortise and tenon joints add strength and longevity to these structural elements. </li>
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Frame Joinery:
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<li>Whether it's for picture frames, mirror frames, or other decorative elements, a wooden mortise marking gauge helps in achieving precise mortises for strong and stable frame joinery. </li>
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Traditional Woodworking Techniques:
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<li>Woodworkers who adhere to traditional hand tool methods often use a wooden mortise marking gauge for its simplicity and reliability. It is a staple in workshops that prioritize craftsmanship and traditional joinery techniques. </li>
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Custom Woodworking:
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<li>Craftsmen involved in custom woodworking projects, such as bespoke furniture or artistic wood creations, find the wooden mortise marking gauge invaluable for achieving precise and custom-fit joinery. </li>
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Restoration and Replication:
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<li>In restoration work or replicating antique furniture, where traditional joinery methods are employed, a wooden mortise marking gauge aids in recreating accurate mortises to maintain the authenticity of the piece. </li>
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Educational Settings:
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<li>Woodworking schools, workshops, and educational settings that teach traditional joinery techniques often include the use of a wooden mortise marking gauge as part of the curriculum to instill fundamental woodworking skills. </li>
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In summary, the wooden mortise marking gauge is a versatile tool that plays a crucial role in traditional woodworking, especially in projects where mortise and tenon joints are integral to the construction and strength of the finished piece.

APPLICATIONS

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 <li>Cutting Gauge features beautiful Ebony&nbsp; &nbsp;and brass construction and the fine knife blade. actually blade&nbsp;&nbsp;cuts the grain for a super fine&nbsp; line.</li>
 <li>Also used to cut thin veneers for perfectly&nbsp; parallel edges.</li>
 <li>Knife can be set for depth or removed and sharpened by loosening the brass wedge.</li>
 <li class="a-spacing-mini" style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;">HIGH QUALITY MARKING GAUGE made of polished wood and adjustable</li>
 <li class="a-spacing-mini" style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;">IDEAL FOR CARPENTERS AND DIY it is an ideal product for the carpentry works and diy engineers. As a screw cutting gauge mark scraper and Adjustable Carpentry Line scriber</li>
 <li class="a-spacing-mini" style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;">USED FOR MARKING WOOD prior to sawing, chiseling or cutting this marking gauge features a radiused bottom edge to slide easily on the material being marked.</li>
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MORTICE MARKING GAUGE

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Cat. No.	Size

GMG-0219	3" / 75mm
GMG-0220	6''/150mm
GMG-0221	9" / 225mm

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