The Six Pointer

Moore Bettah Ukuleles · Nov 5, 2016

You can't find one anywhere Ken because it's a silly idea IMO. Maybe I'm missing something but how hard is it to measure something metrically and divide by two? The 4 pointer and 6 pointer are valuable because you are measuring in the middle of the field. As I said, I'm probably not understanding the problem.

Beau Hannam Ukuleles · Nov 5, 2016

Silly idea?
Well.... Ken would sell at least 10 straight away if he made them and more if i posted on facebook with a link to ebay. Think of how many gagets stew mac sell !!!

I'll buy one for you Chuck and you can thank me when you start using it every day

Stew mac sells this tool (below) but id rather Ken's center finder.

http://www.stewmac.com/Luthier_Tools/Tools_by_Job/Tools_for_Measuring/StewMac_Shop_Rule.html

Pete Howlett · Nov 5, 2016

Use that rule and Ken's tool everyday. That said, I'd like a three pointer

Hms · Nov 6, 2016

Can't you use a 4 pointer and ignore the 4th pointer?
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Timbuck · Nov 6, 2016

Hms said:
Can't you use a 4 pointer and ignore the 4th pointer?
h

of course you can

Rrgramps · Nov 6, 2016

Hms said:
Can't you use a 4 pointer and ignore the 4th pointer?
h

I'm more tempted to get the 6 pointer; seems to be more versatile. Why not skip the points not needed?

Is there an advantage to using a 4-pointer for four strings, or a 3-pointer for three? Bulk, balance, mass; form, fit, or function-wise?

saltytri · Nov 6, 2016

Timbuck said:
of course you can

Not if the goal is to mark the center of a bridge, for example. The four-pointer isn't wide enough.

My shop is full of jigs, gadgets and contraptions that do just one thing. A three-pointer would get more use than a lot of them.

Dominator · Nov 6, 2016

Hms said:
Can't you use a 4 pointer and ignore the 4th pointer?
h

I believe Beau's main point when requesting a 3 pointer was for a more "robust" version that would take a little more abuse being out on the bench on a regular basis. I keep my 4 pointer tucked away safely when not in use as well.

Beau Hannam Ukuleles · Nov 6, 2016

My reason for wanting a 3 pointer is because my 4 and 6 pointers are tucked safely away in a draw so they dont get damaged.

I want a cheaper 3 pointer that I can leave on the bench like a simple 6" ruler to be grabed and used quickly.

The Six Pointer

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