Lee Valley Center Finder

This is a fast and measurement-free method for finding the center of turning blanks – not just square and circular stock, but hexagonal and octagonal blanks as well. All you need to do is set the flanges of the tool (60° on one side, 90° on the other) flush with the edges of the stock and mark along the center guide, then rotate and repeat for an intersecting line.

It can be used on hexagonal stock up to 5 3/4″ thick and squares, circles and octagons up to 8″ thick. The clear plastic lets you see the position of the stock through the 7 7/8″ square guide.