Benchcrafted Czeck Edge Pilot Carbide Marking Knife

Precision Marking for Woodworkers who Demand the Best

The Pilot Marking Knife is perfect for tasks like laying out tenon shoulders. Its robust 1mm thick, 8.7mm wide blade features a 44 included angle, with bevels ground to 40 on one side only. The back is ground flat so the point registers snugly against a straightedge or joinery element from either side.

Ergonomic Liberty Wood Handle

The pencil-like grip and smooth contour of the Liberty Wood handle flow seamlessly into a machined bronze ferrule, ensuring comfort during extended marking sessions. Three ferrule grooves enhance control, with the forward groove4.75mm wide and rounded at the bottomproviding a secure, natural grip.

Performance and Feel

• Zero-flex blade for reliable marking
• Stout profile for standard-duty use
• Balanced weight for control and comfort
• Seamless transition when switching from the lighter Kadet knife

Handle Material: Liberty Wood

Crafted from compressed 1.6mm birch veneer, phenolic resin, and dye, Liberty Wood offers:

• An appearance similar to fine rosewoods like Cocobolo
• Exceptional stability and abrasion resistance
• Natural polish with no applied finish to wear off
• A specific gravity rivalling Lignum Vitae for substantial hand feel

Specifications

12.5 x 150mm Liberty Wood handle

1 x 8.7 x 36.5mm 44 incl. sword point blade with 40 bevels

12mm diameter X 19mm satin finished bronze ferrule

Overall length: 200mm

Rockwell 58-60

Blade: Solid tungsten carbide