Rick Yochim
Well-known member
All,
My question relates to the marking tool or writing device you have found that best creates a clean line when marking out molding profiles on end grain and/or transferring or freehand drawing designs onto oddly shaped stock.
I have yet to get beyond my #3 pencil and my 5mm mechanical pencil with a hard lead. These work fine for me in most situations, but sometimes when the mark is too light (grainy wood, end grain etc.) I get a sloppy fuzzy line when I press harder. Don’t like that.
I've tried fine point Sharpies with some success but the tips seem to break apart before they run out of ink. I do like the sharpness of an ink line when sticking moldings or sawing profiles because they are easier to see. I just can't find the right pen.
I'm open to trying anything so any and all success stories here are gratefully appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Rick Yochim
My question relates to the marking tool or writing device you have found that best creates a clean line when marking out molding profiles on end grain and/or transferring or freehand drawing designs onto oddly shaped stock.
I have yet to get beyond my #3 pencil and my 5mm mechanical pencil with a hard lead. These work fine for me in most situations, but sometimes when the mark is too light (grainy wood, end grain etc.) I get a sloppy fuzzy line when I press harder. Don’t like that.
I've tried fine point Sharpies with some success but the tips seem to break apart before they run out of ink. I do like the sharpness of an ink line when sticking moldings or sawing profiles because they are easier to see. I just can't find the right pen.
I'm open to trying anything so any and all success stories here are gratefully appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Rick Yochim