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Wilbur's Finest 9 in imperial quarter-inch punching guide

Narrow dark guide with numbered openings and quarter-inch scale layout.
Narrow dark guide with numbered openings and quarter-inch scale layout.

What this tool is for

The imperial guide makes quarter-inch patterns easy to repeat. Use every second opening for half-inch intervals, or select the numbered stations that match your folded section.

Specifications

Brand
WILBUR'S FINEST
Tool type
Punching cradle or guide
Model
BBAWL
Selected guide
9 in imperial
Guide pitch
¼ in
Contents
Guide and cradle per listing
Amazon.com reference
B097NK4KD7

Fit and buying advice

The same product family also lists a metric version. This nine-inch version uses quarter-inch increments. A separate awl should be on your tool list unless confirmed in the exact offer.

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Questions about this tool

Will it match a 5 mm pattern?

Quarter-inch and five-millimeter steps differ. Choose a metric guide for a 5 mm layout.

How do I repeat a half-inch pattern?

Use every second quarter-inch opening after choosing the first station.

What does the photo confirm?

It shows the numbered guide. The listing describes the guide and cradle as the package.

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