Check out this automatic center punch.
Because its spring loaded, there’s no hammer needed, and you can use it one handed.
This thing is great for situations where I need a precise hole location-like when I’m installing cabinet hardware.
Punching a divet into the wood first, keeps the drill bit from wandering when you start to drill a hole.
I also like to use this when I’m installing hinges on doors.
I’m not sure what brand this is because there’s no markings on it, but I bought it at Ace Hardware a few years back.
In a world where everything runs off batteries, wifi, and apps you have to download, sometimes it’s just nice to use something that’s purely mechanical.
Let me know what’s your favorite low-tech tool. @hausplans
Check out this automatic center punch.
Because its spring loaded, there’s no hammer needed, and you can use it one handed.
This thing is great for situations where I need a precise hole location-like when I’m installing cabinet hardware.
Punching a divet into the wood first, keeps the drill bit from wandering when you start to drill a hole.
I also like to use this when I’m installing hinges on doors.
I’m not sure what brand this is because there’s no markings on it, but I bought it at Ace Hardware a few years back.
In a world where everything runs off batteries, wifi, and apps you have to download, sometimes it’s just nice to use something that’s purely mechanical.
Let me know what’s your favorite low-tech tool. @hausplans
