Awls are essential and versatile members of the bookbinder’s tool kit. Whether punching holes in sections for sewing, creating marbled paper, or applying a bead of adhesive in just the right place, awls are almost always within arm’s reach. Colophon offers a wide selection of awls to fit a variety of hands, individual preferences, and bookbinding and box making applications. Descriptions and specifications are listed below. Make a selection in the dropdown menu to see an image of that specific awl.  

John James Stabbing Awl:  

John James Marking Awl:  

Kathmandu Gourd Awl: 

Kathmandu Awl with stand: 

Mini Kathmandu Awl with stand: 

Teflon Coated Awl: 

Stylus: