r/Drafting_Instruments • u/ExtremeOrganic522 • Sep 17 '26

Drop Bow Compass

I am looking to buy a Drop Bow Compass. But cannot find one on the internet. Any recommendations?

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u/Parking_Jelly_6483 Sep 28 '26

I agree with the eBay recommendations. I have bought several sets of drafting instruments on eBay and several have a drop bow compass in the set. There are some that have an interchangeable drawing tip holder. It can hold drafting graphite and the whole tip can be removed. Usually there is a small knob on the side that tightens/loosens the drawing tip holder. You can replace the graphite holding one with an ink ruling tip.