🛠️ Master precision with every circle—because your projects deserve the best.
The General Tools 842 Precision Pencil Compass is a carpenter-grade, hand-powered scribing tool featuring a durable die-cast metal body with rust resistance. It offers a 9-inch jaw capacity with spring tension adjustment for precise circle marking, a swivel pivot spring handle for smooth operation, and an included pre-sharpened pencil for immediate use. Ideal for professionals seeking accuracy and reliability in carpentry and design.
| Manufacturer | General Tools |
| Part Number | 842 |
| Item Weight | 0.64 ounces |
| Item model number | 842 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
| Color | Yellow |
| Style | Yellow |
| Finish | Beige |
| Material | Metal |
| Shape | Triangle |
| Power Source | Hand Powered |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Cutting Diameter | 8 Inches |
| Tool Tip Description | Fine |
| Special Features | Pre sharpened |
| Included Components | General Tools 842 Precision Pencil Compass, includes pencil , Yellow |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Warranty |
| Assembled Diameter | 8 Inches |
M**G
Carpenters scribe
I am a trim Carpenter and this is essential for my job to scribe straight lines on boards to be ripped it is small and can easily be fit in any of my pouches you don't need these other fancy large ones or more expensive ones that do the same thing I think it's a great product and the prices incredible
B**F
Functional
A quality compass that I can make fine adjustments to.
A**R
OK
Does not accept anything larger in diameter than a #2 pencil.
T**I
This little compass is a gem!
This little compass is a gem! It's surprisingly sturdy for its size and the pencil it comes with is sharp and holds well. Perfect for those intricate drawings and drafting projects.
A**R
Excellent design, sturdy construction
These are the perfect ones to get for a classroom. The pencil can be swapped easily for easy sharpening. Adequate size. Super durable. Solid, heavy, construction
W**G
Poor quality.
I am disappointed with this item. It is poor quality and is difficult to use accurately. I cannot recommend it for woodworking projects.
L**E
Well made and easy to use.
An exceptional tool for tracing shapes and creating perfect circulars on paper and cardstock.
R**S
Won’t hold a standard pencil
Won’t hold any standard pencil. Must have skinny pencils to fit. Returned the item.
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