Using an awl to precisely locate a hole for drilling can be problematic. Sometimes the awl will drift, going slightly off mark as it’s deflected by the wood’s growth rings. I found that using a nail set instead alleviates the problem. I use the smallest diameter nail set I can find, and use it only
BeaverCraft Wood Carving V Gouge K12/02 Woodworking Hand Chisel Compact Wood Carving Knife for Beginners and Profi, Brown
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The Awl Popular Woodworking
Scribe, awl, ice pick? See comments for description : r/Blacksmith
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KAKURI Japanese Nail Punch Tool for Woodworking 1/8 Made in Japan, KUGISHIME Nail Setter Hevy Duty Japanese Steel, Black
I don't think I like leathercraft. I think I just like making tools for leathercraft. I made this cocobolo awl handle last night and finished it off with a hand shaped hardened
Leathercraft Stitching Tool 4 in 1 Hole Punch Set Leather Sewing Awl Kit, with Interchangeable Blades, for Leatherworking
Dasco Pro All-Metal Scratch Awl