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Review on General Tools 818 Scratch Awl with Sturdy Hardwood Handle and Durable Steel Tip by Angela Rodriguez

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Big and bulky, nothing fancy

This awl is not slim and thin with a gentle taper as shown. The tip is not sharp for marking. A check showed it to be 3/16" in diameter, but this could be due to the shorter and thinner part at the end. The mainshaft measures 0.237 inches at its widest point. I was hoping to use it to replace my current one to slowly open small holes for larger ones, but it's just too thick to start with. On the plus side, it feels very durable and holds up well. When the tip is sharpened it can be suitable for marking IF the steel is hard enough.

Pros
  • 6-1/2" overall length with 3-1/2" blade
Cons
  • Available in black only

Comments (3)

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May 22, 2023
Dull, missing tip cap.
April 19, 2023
Works well as an ice pick, too!
March 23, 2023
Don't waste your money on this one