How Is Scratch Awl Used?

A scratch awl is a woodworking layout and point-making tool. It is used to scribe a line to be followed by a hand saw or chisel when making woodworking joints and other operations. ... They are sometimes used in the automotive and sheet metal trades to punch holes and scribe lines in sheet metal.

How is a awl used?

A stitching awl is a tool with which holes can be punctured in a variety of materials, or existing holes can be enlarged. It is also used for sewing heavy materials, such as leather or canvas. It is a thin, tapered metal shaft, coming to a sharp point, either straight or slightly bent.

What's a scratch all tool?

Use to scribe lines on metal, plastic and a variety of other materials. Pierce holes in wood, plastic, leather, even light gauge metal. Blades are high carbon, alloy tool steel fully polished to resist rust.