Hi,
I found this marking gauge in the local flea market cheap. It is in good working order, without a pin.
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It looks like they used a small finish nail, which is long since gone. I'm thinking about drilling a small hole, slightly smaller diameter than some finish nails I have, drive the nail, clip off the head and try to put a sharp bevel on it with a file.
Another thing; there is no finish on it. Is this typical?
I would not want to sand the surface, especially the beam, prior to putting on a finish, and I'm not certain a finish is even necessary at this stage.
Any help would be appreciated.