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
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A versatile scribe, hand punch, and hole starter, the TEKTON Scratch and Punch Awl is made for use on a variety of materials including wood, metal, tile, concrete, plastic, leather, and vinyl. Comfortably contoured, the unique three-sided handle with a soft, nonslip grip gives you complete control in multiple hand positions so you can push, pull, twist, and maneuver with safety and precision. Made of premium chrome molybdenum steel, the stout 1/4-inch diameter blade stays straight and true.
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