Dykem 80300 Steel Blue Layout Fluid, Brush-in-Cap (4oz)

I decided I was getting a little more serious in my metal fabrication, and needed to upgrade my layout methods. Dykem is a tried and true product, and I don't know why I didn't use this sooner. It's been extremely helpful in laying out project on my lathe and other metal fab projects. It lasts quite a while - a little goes a long way.

Dychem is the standard by which others are judged.

This Layout fluid is easy to use and takes only minutes to dry. Performs as expected.

Good stuff

Product was exactly what I hoped for & needed. HOWEVER . . . the time between placing my order & actually receiving it was far from satisfactory.

Works like it should, no complaints.

I had used the cheap sharpie alternative for years on small home based projects for years and that was sufficient most of the time for quick jobs. But recently when I was doing hand work on some titanium parts, the slow progress and frequent handling to test fit as I was working made the need for the proper product very apparent. Although not overly expensive for regular repeated use, Dykem for infrequent home use does seem a bit pricey. But when you need it, there is a huge difference in using the product designed for the purpose. The markings stand out so much better. But more importantly, the markings remain undisturbed while handling. Sure, you'll get extra marks from working on the part but the coating doesn't just rub off so your original marks are still usable. The little 2 oz. daubers were hard to find and seeing others comment on spillage was concerning. For home use, I would love to see this offered in a little 1 oz nail polish sixed bottle with applicator. I may try to find some empty bottles and do it myself for long term storage of my still nearly full 4 oz bottle.

Used it for years in my shop. I'm volunteering at a local high school machine shop class. They were using high lighter pens for layout so I bought this for the class. Much appreciated.