With the free metalworking plan that you can download on this page you can make a Contour gauge.

 

Contour gauge plan
Project difficulty
Simple, requires precision
Skill level
for intermediate experienced metalworker
Level of workshop equipment
Basic manual metalworking shop machines
Dimensions

240mm (9.45'') x 309mm (12.17'') x 35.5mm (1.4'')

 

The universal mechanical contour gauge (shape copying and controlling tool) that we present in this project is especially useful for modeling ships and airplanes, but not just that. Because of its simplicity, you can use it for copying and controlling various curved surfaces on working items. This tool is also convenient for checking out curves - for example, while making a turning template, etc. Also, you can easily adjust construction to your needs by changing some dimensions, or in another words you can decrease or enlarge the whole assembly to suit the regular dimensions and tools for your line of work.

 

Exploded view and parts list
Contour gauge - Parts list
Assembly drawing
Contour gauge - Assembly drawing
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Submitted by Ceh Jan