Hamilton Panel gauge

$325.00
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Weight:
4.00 LBS
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Current Lead time:
12-16 weeks
Hamilton Panel gauge

The Hamilton Panel Gauge is a meticulously crafted, precision woodworking tool, designed for accurate line marking on various materials. Featuring an 8-inch hardwood fence with a brass wear strip, it ensures durability and smooth operation. The 28-inch beam, reversible for versatility, allows users to switch seamlessly between a razor knife for fine lines and a pencil holder for marking rough stock.

Engineered for exceptional accuracy, this handmade woodworking gauge is equipped with a positive locking clamp, securing your settings for consistent results in joinery, cabinetry, and furniture making. Each gauge is artisan-crafted to order, reflecting a commitment to quality craftsmanship.

For custom requests, including special beam lengths or alternative wood species, feel free to reach out via phone or email.  (479) 530-4312 or jeff@hamiltontools.com

Current lead time: 12 to16 weeks. Contact me with any questions concerning lead times.

Sustainability Notice

As of January 2, 2017, the entire Genus of Dalbergia (Rosewood) and all Bubinga species are listed under CITES II, classifying them as endangered. While domestic orders of rosewood continue as usual, international sales of rosewood and Bubinga panel gauges are no longer available. For those seeking alternatives, we offer a selection of ethically sourced hardwoods that provide the same durability and precision.

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  • 5
    Best panel gauge available

    Posted by Garret on 12th May 2025

    If you need a panel gauge (and hand-tool woodworkers will need one, if not also machine woodworkers), this is the only one currently on the market that I would even consider buying. (There aren't many available in the first place.) The workmanship and materials are first-rate. It's a tool that will last for generations and will work exceptionally well. Get one while Jeff is still making them!

  • 5
    Hamilton Panel Gauge

    Posted by Simon Pocock on 29th Mar 2022

    Haven't had an opportunity to use the gauge as yet but it's a beautiful looking piece of gear (I chose the curly maple), feels really nice in the hand, smooth precise action of the gauge. Anticipate this gauge will last a lifetime.

  • 5
    Birdseye Panel Gauge

    Posted by Collin Anderson on 22nd Oct 2021

    This is an absolutely perfect tool.

  • 4
    Hamilton Panel Guage

    Posted by Tom Chappell on 15th Aug 2021

    Excellent design, fit and finish. Works well and is reasonably orice. Very satisfied with my purchase.

  • 5
    Panel Gauge

    Posted by Gary Benge on 11th Nov 2019

    Awesome work, I love it

  • 5
    Panel Gauge

    Posted by Guy Griffith on 2nd Sep 2019

    This Panel Gauge is the best one I have ever used. It is masterfully built and has the best mechanism for securing the fence to the beam that I have ever seen. Creating square panels is an essential task for furniture construction and this Panel Gauge works perfectly.

  • 5
    Hamilton Panel Gauge

    Posted by Gordon M. on 15th Jun 2019

    Excellent product made in America!. There's not much to a panel gauge, or so you would think. This model has an excellent fingernail type cutter that tracks well, a hole in the other end of the beam for a pencil AND a beam that is 24"+. Try and find all that in one gauge - you can't, at least til now. Quality craftsmanship, good communication from the vendor, I'll be back for another tool. Well done!

  • 5
    Very appreciative

    Posted by Toshen Golias on 22nd Apr 2011

    Too many times I've ordered a tool that looked and sounded beautiful in a website's photo and description, only to be disappointed by the actual quality. Today, Jeff Hamilton of Hamilton Woodworks made up for all those times.

    I already have had the pleasure of using two fine marking gauges by Hamilton Woodworks in my shop, one of each size, so when I ordered the panel gauge, I expected an exceptional tool. The tool arrived today and surprised me by exceeding my expectations.

    This panel gauge takes it place among the most beautifully made hand tools in my shop. It's carefully shaped of well selected and gorgeously grained wood, well fitted together, exquisitely finished, and very robust. I'll be using and cherishing this tool for the rest of my life, and I'm sure it will be passed along for generations more.

    Those of us who don't live near Hamilton Toolworks don't have the good fortune of being able to handle these tools before we order them. If you're in this situation, please allow me be your hands: if you appreciate fine tools as I do, once you've held one of these tools, you'll give it a special place in your shop and you'll look for excuses to use it.

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