6" Spring DIvider/Compass w/ Pencil Holder

This is a really nice compass with an area to attach a pencil. I got this for leather working and it works perfectly for that. It can be used for anything else of course. It's very well built, easy to use and to install the pencil with very high accuracy. The compass can open up to draw a surprisingly large circle and can also make small circles so it's very flexible in its use. This is a very useful and high quality compass for the cost. I would recommend it and would buy it again.

The spring loading on the arm is great. Once you adjust to the desired diameter, there is no movement or drift as you trace out your circle. I also really liked that the compass came with a little, rubber protective sheath for the compass tips.

I initially bought my daughter a compass from Walmart, it was very low quality and she complained that it wobbled and the lead had to be sharpen. I found this compass and it seems like a good fit for her. it is steady and uses pencils that she can sharpen easily. The compass came in a thick plastic bag and is covered in oil when I got it. I was a little disappointed because it doesn't have a finished coating to prevent it from rusting. And the oil is messy. So I took 1 star off. I wiped off all the oil and gave it to my daughter. She said it works so we will see. If it rusts, I will update my review and rating accordingly. BTW, the two legs are also very sharp, so be careful.

Good tool, works well

I really like the accuracy you can maintain with the thumb wheel style adjuster that stays put under spring tension. I found that the Paper Mate, "Write Bros." pens and the Bic "Round Stic" pens have a thin enough barrel to insert in the pencil retainer. But I warn you, that screw adjustment for writing utensils is hard on equipment. Overall, very pleased! 😎

arrived as advertised

This does not hold a pencil firmly. Otherwise it is nice, but without a pencil holder that works it is just useless.

As far as a compass works for drawing circles, I am sure that this would work fine in a classroom. However, I would not take this outside of a bookbag. I purchased this for navigational use, so it lived in my mapcase. Within six months of outdoor use, without any abuse by taking it swimming or washing it in a dishwasher, it is completely covered in rust. The product description says that this is made of metal. Which it is. Either raw iron, or more than likely a cheap tool steel alloy. The pencil holder appears to be made out of aluminum, because it is not magnetic, but tack welded onto the arm. My plan is to remove the rust, and then either blue the steel by making it cherry red and then quenching it in oil, or I will take the time to prime and paint it. TLDR: Who is dumb enough to manufacture a tool out of non-stainless steel and not make any attempt at rust proofing?

Die Hülse für die Reißnadel ist innen ca. 8,1 mm groß, gibt aber auch dickere Reißnadeln als die normalen sechskantigen Teile.

This spring divider feels solid and precise — ideal for woodworking, leatherwork, metalwork, or any job that needs consistent, accurate marking. The 6-inch size is just right for most tasks, and the tension in the spring is spot on — not too stiff, not too loose. Build quality is great for the price, with smooth adjustments and sharp points that mark cleanly. A proper tool, not a toy. Highly recommended for anyone who values accuracy in their layout work.

Muy bueno, es preciso cómodo de usar . recomendable

I haven't used it yet, however, it appears to be well made and suitable for my intending use (woodworking).

Permet de tracer des cercles de plus de 14 cm de rayon avec précision ( ne se tord pas quand on l’utilise). Réglage de l’écartement précis avec la molette. Un regret : le porte crayon aurait pu être plus large...