star hill red 1095 marking knife

the star hill red 1095 marking knife is a precision layout tool built for timber framing, woodworking, and joinery. it’s made to leave a crisp, accurate line you can trust—cut after cut.

what this marking knife is used for

this knife produces a clean, accurate layout line that guides chisels, saws, and joinery cuts. it is ideal for:

• timber frame layout and joinery

• dovetail layout and fine furniture marking

• precise scoring on hardwoods, softwoods, and end grain

• layout against ezl, ezb, ezt, squares, and straightedges

• makers, woodworkers, and craftspeople who need clean, repeatable lines

key features

• 1095 high carbon steel for a keen edge and straightforward resharpening

• tuned bevel geometry for clean, accurate scribe lines

• rigid profile for tight registration against layout tools

• comfortable handle shape for controlled one-hand marking

• hand-finished and stropped at star hill timberworks

• designed for both timber framing and fine woodworking precision

why 1095 matters

1095 is a classic high carbon steel that shines in layout work because it offers:

• a very fine edge for crisp, readable lines

• quick touch-ups on stones and strops

• predictable sharpening and repeatable performance

specifications

• steel: 1095 high carbon

• edge: precision-bevel marking edge

• applications: timber framing, joinery, dovetails, woodworking layout

• production: blades crafted by millet knives, finished by star hill timberworks

who this knife is for

this knife is ideal for:

• timber framers who need reliable precision layout

• furniture makers and woodworkers focused on accuracy

• makers looking for a durable, long-life layout knife

• anyone upgrading from pencil-based or basic marking tools

what’s included

• star hill red 1095 marking knife

• protective wrap for storage and shipping