WEN ME899R Pocket Marking Ruler: Sliding Stop Precision
- Adjustable sliding brass stop locks down rock solid along the anodized aluminum blade.
- End scale on the tip allows rapid height calibration on table saw blades and router bits.
- Compact 6-inch pocket size with clear laser-etched metric and imperial scales.
- Sliding stop thumbscrew must be snugged firmly to avoid movement under heavy pencil pressure.
- Does not include angle graduations like a full combination square.
The Straight-Shooter Take
Setting router bit heights or table saw blade depths with a floppy tape measure or an unwieldy combination square is slow and awkward. WEN's ME899R pocket marking ruler features an adjustable sliding stop block that locks anywhere along the 6-inch aluminum blade. Even better, the very tip of the blade features vertical end graduations so you can stand the ruler on your saw table and dial in exact cut depths in seconds.
Fit, Finish & Mechanical Integrity
The ruler is machined from extruded aluminum with a durable red anodized coat. The sliding stop block rides along precision grooves and locks down tight with a knurled brass thumb screw. When unlocked, the stop glides smoothly without binding.
- Multi-Sided Layout: Both faces feature high-contrast laser markings with 1/32-inch resolution on one edge and metric on the other
- Vertical End Scale: The end face of the rule features precise graduations starting right at zero for height gauges
- Scribing Guide: Lock the stop at 1-3/8 inches, slide the stop along the edge of your lumber, and your pencil draws an exact parallel line
Real-World Durability Check
- Router Table Depth: Set router bit height for tongue-and-groove cabinet door profiles to exactly 3/8 inch in seconds.
- Repeatable Shelf Scribing: Scribed identical face frame offsets across 18 cabinet stiles with zero drift.
- Pocket Carry: Rides comfortably in a front shirt or apron pocket all day without jabbing you when bending down.
Bottom Line: Keep or Pass?
One of the most heavily used layout tools in our shop. It replaces bulky combination squares for 90 percent of bench measurement and saw setup tasks.
Shop Benchmarks & Specs
| Blade Length | 6.0 Inches (150 mm) |
| Scales | Imperial 1/32-inch & 1/16-inch; Metric 1mm & 0.5mm |
| Stop Block | CNC-machined aluminum with knurled brass locking thumbscrew |
| End Graduation | Direct-reading end scale for blade height |