--- product_id: 301215106 title: "Wood Marking Gauge for Woodworking 4.7\", Japanese KEBIKI Scribe Tool | Razor-sharp Japanese steel blade, Made in Japan, Adjustable width for clean layout lines, mortise, tenon, dovetail, joinery" brand: "kakuri" price: "$45.84" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Kakuri" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/301215106-wood-marking-gauge-for-woodworking-4-7-japanese-kebiki-scribe store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Lightweight bamboo body 120mm max width precision Razor-sharp Japanese carbon steel blade Wood Marking Gauge for Woodworking 4.7", Japanese KEBIKI Scribe Tool | Razor-sharp Japanese steel blade, Made in Japan, Adjustable width for clean layout lines, mortise, tenon, dovetail, joinery **Brand:** kakuri **Price:** $45.84 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Nail every cut with Japanese precision and timeless craftsmanship! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Wood Marking Gauge for Woodworking 4.7", Japanese KEBIKI Scribe Tool | Razor-sharp Japanese steel blade, Made in Japan, Adjustable width for clean layout lines, mortise, tenon, dovetail, joinery by kakuri - **How much does it cost?** $45.84 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/301215106-wood-marking-gauge-for-woodworking-4-7-japanese-kebiki-scribe) ## Best For - kakuri enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kakuri brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Crafted for Comfort:** Natural laminated bamboo body offers a lightweight, ergonomic grip that feels custom-made for your hand. - β€’ **Versatile & Reliable:** Ideal for mortise, tenon, dovetail, and prototype workβ€”trusted by pros for consistent, clean scribe lines. - β€’ **Precision in Every Mark:** Easily adjustable screw lock ensures flawless parallel lines up to 120mm wide for perfect joinery. - β€’ **Safety Meets Portability:** Innovative blade storage inside the wooden body keeps your tool safe and travel-ready. - β€’ **Heritage Meets Innovation:** Handcrafted in Japan by master carpenters, blending centuries-old tradition with modern usability. ## Overview The KAKURI Wood Marking Gauge is a 4.7-inch Japanese woodworking scribe tool featuring a razor-sharp carbon steel blade and a natural bamboo body. It offers precise, adjustable marking up to 120mm, with a screw-lock mechanism for stability. Lightweight and ergonomically designed, it stores the blade safely within its body, making it a durable, portable choice handcrafted by Japanese artisans for professional-grade joinery and carpentry. ## Description desertcart.com: KAKURI Wood Marking Gauge for Woodworking 4.7", Japanese KEBIKI Scribe Tool | Razor-sharp Japanese steel blade, Made in Japan, Adjustable width for clean layout lines, mortise, tenon, dovetail, joinery : Tools & Home Improvement Review: Easier to adjust than wedge-type kebiki - This is a nice tool, I use these much more often than I expected. It turns out to be terrific for cutting consistent strips of corrugated cardboard I use for models and prototypes, and also for splitting thin strips of wood along the grain, which is one of the original uses for these. You make repeated cuts on both sides, using the same reference edge, and then break the wood at the cut line. The resulting edge needs some planing to clean it up, but it's very effective on soft wood up to maybe 1/4" thickness. Probably more common is to use this as a marking gauge, or more precisely a "cutting gauge" since it leaves a knife line rather than a v-shaped pin line. The rapid adjustment of this one is very handy. The other two I have use a wedge in a tapered mortise for locking the arm, and that can be a little finicky. This one is on the short side at 90mm. The other two I have (also bought here on desertcart) are 120mm long and are easier to register when the arm is extended out further. This is an inexpensive model, maybe an affordable DIY version in Japan, where it is made. But it is very serviceable and its somewhat loose tolerances are the bar/body fit do not seem to affect its repeatability. I'm glad to have it and use it frequently. Review: On the mark... - I build small keepsake boxes and use two of these on a regular basis. I have the more modern roller type but these give a very clean, precise cut line every time. Yes, they are a bit old school, but the design has been in use for hundreds of years. great product!! ## Features - WOODWORKING MARKING GAUGE METRIC SCALE: It is Japanese woodworking marking scriber called SUJI KEBIKI. You can draw a parallel line with a certain width from the edge of the wood. The width is easily adjustable. It is a Japanese professional carpenter tool. - PRECISE WOOD MARKING DEVISE: Determine the width to draw the line and fix the jig with screws that can be turned by hand. Then, you can mark an accurate and beautiful straight line just by moving this tool. An easy-to-use lightweight tool. Please refer to the bottom of this page for using instruction. - STORABLE CUTTING EDGE: The blade can be stored in the wooden body when not in use. It is a safe carpentry tool. Convenient to carry and store. - JAPANESE WOODWORKING TOOLS: The wooden body is made of natural bamboo that fits comfortably in your hand. It is also lightweight and easy to handle. All KAKURI brand products are manufactured in Japan and handcrafted by Japanese craftsmen. - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: Made in Japan / Size: 5.3Γ—2.3Γ—7.2 inches / Weight: 4.2 oz / Maximum width: 120 mm (4.7 inches) / Blade Material: Japanese carbon steel / Body Material: Laminated bamboo ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08XQ5QTP6 | | Additional Features | Lightweight | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #81,806 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #64 in Scriber Marking Tools | | Body Shape | Square | | Brand | KAKURI | | Brand Name | KAKURI | | Closure Type | screw | | Color | 4-3/4" | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 437 Reviews | | Drill Point | Broad | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04969402409483 | | Grip Type | smooth | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Included Components | Marking Gauge, Blade | | Item Dimensions | 2.32 x 5.31 x 7.28 inches | | Item Weight | 120 g | | Line Size | 2mm_and_above | | Manufacturer | KAKURI | | Material | Carbon Steel | | Material Type | Carbon Steel | | Model Name | Marking Gauge | | Model Number | 41451 | | Point Type | Broad | | Recommended Uses For Product | Carpentry | | Style | 4-3/4 Inch | | Theme | Japanese woodworking | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | | Writing Instrument Form | Scriber | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** KAKURI - **Color:** 4-3/4" - **Material:** Carbon Steel - **Writing Instrument Form:** Scriber ## Images ![Wood Marking Gauge for Woodworking 4.7", Japanese KEBIKI Scribe Tool | Razor-sharp Japanese steel blade, Made in Japan, Adjustable width for clean layout lines, mortise, tenon, dovetail, joinery - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/711Yr0LQ7mL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easier to adjust than wedge-type kebiki *by B***G on March 22, 2021* This is a nice tool, I use these much more often than I expected. It turns out to be terrific for cutting consistent strips of corrugated cardboard I use for models and prototypes, and also for splitting thin strips of wood along the grain, which is one of the original uses for these. You make repeated cuts on both sides, using the same reference edge, and then break the wood at the cut line. The resulting edge needs some planing to clean it up, but it's very effective on soft wood up to maybe 1/4" thickness. Probably more common is to use this as a marking gauge, or more precisely a "cutting gauge" since it leaves a knife line rather than a v-shaped pin line. The rapid adjustment of this one is very handy. The other two I have use a wedge in a tapered mortise for locking the arm, and that can be a little finicky. This one is on the short side at 90mm. The other two I have (also bought here on Amazon) are 120mm long and are easier to register when the arm is extended out further. This is an inexpensive model, maybe an affordable DIY version in Japan, where it is made. But it is very serviceable and its somewhat loose tolerances are the bar/body fit do not seem to affect its repeatability. I'm glad to have it and use it frequently. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ On the mark... *by L***G on August 24, 2025* I build small keepsake boxes and use two of these on a regular basis. I have the more modern roller type but these give a very clean, precise cut line every time. Yes, they are a bit old school, but the design has been in use for hundreds of years. great product!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good wood kit addition. *by W***S on April 26, 2026* Quality wood. Cut's better with the grain than my wheel marker, but the wheel marker gut's better across the grain. Sharp cutter don't ask. Be careful when takin out of box. It was sticking out of the storage cut out. 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