Bench Dog 10-016 Trim-Loc Casement Trim Installation Tool

by Bench Dog

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

This tool makes humans as close to foolproof as we can get, at least when it comes to measuring, cutting and installing trim without a flaw. We love that it’s a solid piece, with nothing adjustable on it, so you know its 45- and 90-degree angles are always true. It takes the gymnastics out of measuring, too, whether screwed to your workbench or temporarily tacked to the working wall with 6d finish nails, because of the built-in tape measure hooks. Even tricky inside-to-inside miters are a snap. Perfect 3/16-inch reveals on windows and door jambs are guaranteed every time: Just line it up and draw your guide with the pencil holes. Though it’s marketed for casements, we’d keep it in the toolbox for all kinds of jobs. Imagine installing baseboard up to door trim and lining up the Trim Loc for a perfect cutline every time. We think it’d be the perfect gauge for squaring saw blades, too. This little tool will save you time, money and lots of frustration.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste

From the Manufacturer

Trim-Loc is made to measure, mark, and install casement trim. Built-in tape measure hook slots let you quickly and accurately measure jamb openings. It's also perfect for measuring your trim stock. Just fasten Trim-Loc to your bench, hook the tape measure, and lay out perfect miters every time! Use Trim-Loc's precision 45-degree and 90-degree guides to quickly mark the cut lines. It's also a handy square and setup tool. When you're ready to install the trim, Trim-Loc will hold the stock in perfect alignment while you nail it in place so you get consistent 3/16- reveals every time! Do you work on a crew or have a lot of trim to hang? If so, think about buying two Trim-Locs, one for your tool belt, and one for mounting to the bench.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000AV36Q
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 10-016
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,395 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #44 in Home Improvement > Hardware > Door Hardware & Locks

Customer Reviews

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71 of 77 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It is a lot more substantially made than it appears, January 13, 2004

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Bob Feeser "MillCrafters.com" (Springfield, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bench Dog 10-016 Trim-Loc Casement Trim Installation Tool (Tools & Home Improvement)

When I ordered the Trim Loc Casement tool, I thought it would be a flimsy lightweight unit. I was surprised when I received it that it was built out of such thick aluminum. It is protected with a baked on finish that should last. It is one of those simple tools that give you big consistent results. Trying to eyeball the casement trim offset won't give you the consistent professional results of this tool.
I have several Bench Dog tools, and not one of them is less than best in class. They are decorated in many woodworking reviews, and this one deserves five stars. Highly recommended.

43 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Saves time, increases accuracy, December 8, 2003

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Roger A. Knopf "makes sawdust in spare time" (Menlo Park, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bench Dog 10-016 Trim-Loc Casement Trim Installation Tool (Tools & Home Improvement)

I don't necessarily care about some of the features of this tool but for the one main thing it does it has become a "must" in my toolbox. It quickly and precisely locates casement trim when installing, making the job go more quickly and giving me more consistent reveals. Anything else it does is gravy.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Handy, July 5, 2004

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This review is from: Bench Dog 10-016 Trim-Loc Casement Trim Installation Tool (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is handy especially if you work alone. Makes trim installation easier after you become familiar with it. Beware that the older model was made from quality aluminium and this is now a cheap plastic.