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New Compass Concept

Iris is a drawing compass that functions like a camera aperture. Laid flat, two fingers are used to rotate the top ring to expand or contract its 20 stainless steel leaves to vary the circle within. The Høvel pencil sharpener also shown can also be used as a small finishing plane. Both tools are designed by UK start-up Makers Cabinet. www.makerscabinet.com

For Square Holes

For those who need to drill square holes there should be a spot in the shed for this compact and, at 46kg, light

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