Narex Scratch & Birdcage Awls

The varnished beech wood handle on the birdcage awl gives me a solid, comfortable grip even after hours of marking dovetails, and the point came sharp enough to start work immediately.

The stained beech wood handles on these awls have a nice weight to them, making precise marking much easier than with my old generic ones. I was surprised by how comfortable the varnished grip feels during longer sessions.

The scratch awl's tip was sharp enough to start pilot holes cleanly in hard maple without any slip. The birdcage awl's tapered shape makes it perfect for precise marking, and the varnished handle gives a nice grip.