Bridge City Tools CS-2 Centerscribe

[RobNJ]

What does everyone think?  Useful tool or more of a gimmick?
Definitely expensive but so pretty! haha
http://www.bridgecitytools.com/default/tools/what-s-new/cs-2-centerscribe.html

I know they had released a version in the past.
Would be interested to know if anyone had experience with it.

 

[Claimdude]

I have the older version and it works well for me. I don't have to center scribe a lot but when I do it is my go to tool for that. I enjoy the look and feel of well designed quality tools so your mileage may vary. Also, I only have one hand so this tool is very useful for me when needed.

Jack

What does everyone think?  Useful tool or more of a gimmick?
Definitely expensive but so pretty! haha
http://www.bridgecitytools.com/default/tools/what-s-new/cs-2-centerscribe.html

I know they had released a version in the past.
Would be interested to know if anyone had experience with it.

 

[peter halle]

Although I don't have experience with that particular product I have a DJ-1 and all the accessories that I haven't used but once and will probably offer here in the classifieds, but that said - opening the box and taking out the pieces and admiring the precision is, well, let's just say euphoric.

Peter

 

[jtwood]

I have had one of the units for quite some time.  They are re-releasing it after they manufacture a new batch.  Like all of the Bridge City tools I own, it is very accurate and does what it is designed to do very well.  If you need to mark the center of boards (up to 7.7" wide) or dowels or posts, etc., frequently, it is well worth the money.  No tape measure or ruler necessary.  Like Festools, they seem to retain a high percentage of their value on the resale market if you ever decide to sell them.

Steve

 

[Llama]

I have one and find it to be very useful. The mortise attachment is a nice add-on.

I use mine to mark the center of a board, then use my HP-6 with a profiled cutter to ensure proper alignment of the profile. (wordy, but I hope that makes sense)

 

[flair woodworks]

I have one and it is a useful, time-saving tool in my shop. I use it mostly for drawing pencil lines down the centers of boards, but also for marking center on the end of material. Very easy to use and saves trial and error marking with a combination square.

 

[nclemmons]

I use it.  Nice tools and make it easy for center marking.  While you can accomplish the same thing with a ruler or square, it's fast and accurate with this tool. 

 

[RobNJ]

Thanks.  Yeah - it seems like it's a luxury rather than a necessity.  The center marking for resawing or laying out precise joinery seemed pretty helpful, and the ability to scribe tenons did as well.  Obviously, you could get there with a square but not nearly as pretty!!

 

[Birdhunter]

I have a really old one. I use it every time I have to mark the center line of a board. It's a neat beautifully made tool that works.

I know that I could get the same results without this tool, but pulling it out of the box and using it is a pleasure.

 

[ear3]

[member=36071]Llama[/member] That plane is so sweet!  Do you think it was worth the investment (starts to get expensive with all the different profiles)?  I have the LN beading tool for that type of work, but the plane looks like it would be quicker and more versatile, and also would allow you to create larger profiles.

I have one and find it to be very useful. The mortise attachment is a nice add-on.

I use mine to mark the center of a board, then use my HP-6 with a profiled cutter to ensure proper alignment of the profile. (wordy, but I hope that makes sense)

 

[Llama]

It is always tough to say if it is worth it for someone else.

I certainly have no regrets with this or any other BCTW tool I own. I have three profiles, and will be buying more as I need them. Very versatile tool! I have the cutter in the pic, the rabbet and a surface cove profile. Mostly, I've just had fun with them. I like the beading profile for fronts of shelves, and stuff like that... Breaks things up nicely. If you haven't seen them, look at the BCTW blog. There are some awesome things you can do with the plane and some creative cuts.

I've attached a pic of the others I have. I am still in awe of the flawless craftsmanship of these tools. I haven't regretted any of them.

[member=36071]Llama[/member] That plane is so sweet!  Do you think it was worth the investment (starts to get expensive with all the different profiles)?  I have the LN beading tool for that type of work, but the plane looks like it would be quicker and more versatile, and also would allow you to create larger profiles.

I have one and find it to be very useful. The mortise attachment is a nice add-on.

I use mine to mark the center of a board, then use my HP-6 with a profiled cutter to ensure proper alignment of the profile. (wordy, but I hope that makes sense)

 

[ben_r_]

I thought about it, added it to cart and almost bought it. Then I realized I could to pretty much all the same stuff for $8 with one of these and closed the tab:http://www.rockler.com/rockler-center-offset-marking-tool