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Manufactured from high
speed steel with
ergonomically shaped and
balanced handles record
power turning tools are
developed by woodturners
for woodturners. Contains
ch100, ch320, ch520,
ch200, ch210, ch220. The
rpchs6 professional
spindle collection is our
best selling turning tool
set. This set of six
comprises a roughing
gouge for rounding square
timbers, a skew chisel
to achieve silk like
finishes, 3 spindle
gouges for detailed
contour work and a
parting tool for beading
and parting. The set
comes complete in an
attractive presentation
box..
Availability: In Stock
£89.95
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All you need to start
turning bowls and
spindles. the ultimate
starter set. high quality
turning tools made from
high speed steel to
reatain their sharpness
longer. Ch100 - 3/4”:
roughing gouge. ch210 -
3/8”: spindle gouge.
ch520 - 3/8”: parting
& beading tool. ch602 -
3/8”: deep bowl gouge.
ch700 -1/2”: domed
scraper. ch900 -3/4”:
oval skew.
Availability: In Stock
£109.95
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1" domed scraper, hss.
This domed scraper is
ideal for turning deep
internal work where
normal gouges cannot
reach. The next size up
from the ch701, the
ch702 is 1" in size and
gives a radius curve to
the work piece which is
wider still. Manufactured
from high speed steel
with ergonomically shaped
and balanced handle.
Blade length: 170mm.
Blade width: 25mm. Handle
length: 220mm.
Availability: In Stock
£23.95
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1/2" left hand skew
scraper, hss, 16"
rosewood handle skew
chisel for use on large
spindle work, this tool
when used correctly will
give a super smooth
planed finish to the
workpiece. This left hand
variant should be used
when working from right
to left along the
spindle. A long handle
and large blade gives
plenty of support and
stability. Manufactured
from high speed steel
with ergonomically shaped
and balanced handle..
Availability: In Stock
£32.65
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Veritas 16½" thickness
calipers. primarily used
by turners, these
thickness calipers can be
fitted into virtually any
shape of vase or bowl. To
use, open the caliper by
just pulling the legs
apart (having the spacing
nut between the legs
rather than outside them
allows this), put in
position and then set the
spacing nut to the wall
thickness. Open calipers,
remove and measure tip
gap. The spacing nut can
be adjusted for any
thickness from 0" to 14"
on this the 16-1/2"
model. The respective
throat depths (from nut
to tip) are 11-1/2" and
5-1/2". These are equally
good for dimensional
take-offs of almost any
oddly shaped object.
Steel with brass
fittings.
Availability: In Stock
£36.50
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Primarily used by
turners, these thickness
calipers can be fitted
into virtually any shape
of vase or bowl. To use,
open the caliper by just
pulling the legs apart
(having the spacing nut
between the legs rather
than outside them allows
this), put in position
and then set the spacing
nut to the wall
thickness. Open calipers,
remove and measure tip
gap. The spacing nut can
be adjusted for any
thickness from 0" to 14"
on the 16-1/2" model and
0" to 5-1/2" on the 9"
model. The respective
throat depths (from nut
to tip) are 11-1/2" and
5-1/2". These are equally
good for dimensional
take-offs of almost any
oddly shaped object.
Steel with brass
fittings..
Availability: In Stock
£22.99
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Most callipers require a
reading from the side.
With this direct-reading
calliper, the reading is
taken vertically from the
back. Graduated scale
etched.graduated in 32
nds, up to 4". constant
closing force. brass
thumbsrew allows you to
set comparative
measurements..
Availability: In Stock
£51.95
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The workhorse of the
range. a strong well
balanced tool for general
applications. Steel
hooped handle to
withstand repeated mallet
blows. features a thick
cross section in the
blades which makes them
suitable for more
demanding applications
and seep recesses like
mortices where leverage
needs to be applied.
second hoop on the handle
allows for repeated
mallet blows. Fitted with
double hoop ash handle.
Overall length 10½" -
13".
Availability: In Stock
£36.75
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Manufactured from high
speed steel with
ergonomically shaped and
balanced handles record
power turning tools are
developed by woodturners
for woodturners. the
result being some of the
finest turning tools
money can buy. the rpchs6
professional spindle
collection is our best
selling turning tool set.
this set of six comprises
a roughing gouge for
rounding square timbers,
a skew chisel to achieve
silk like finishes, 3
spindle gouges for
detailed contour work and
a parting tool for
beading and parting. the
set comes complete in an
attractive presentation
box.
Availability: In Stock
£103.65
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Bangles and curtain rings
are just two of the
projects which can be
undertaken with the use
of robert sorby bead
forming tools. They can
also be used to adorn
stems with captive rings.
Unlike some simular
tools, the original
robert sorby ring cutting
tools are designed in
such a way that
sharpening and
repeatability are not
compromised. All tools
are supplied with full
use and sharpening
instructions. Overall
length 13½" handle
length 8½".
Availability: In Stock
£25.49
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Manufactured from high
speed steel with
ergonomically shaped and
balanced handles.
Everything you need for
spindle and bowl work.
The rpchs8 set comprises
of: - ch100 3/4" roughing
gouge, ch200 1/4"spindle
gouge, ch210 3/8"
spindle gouge ch220 1/2"
spindle gouge ch320 1"
flat skew chisel ch520
3/8" parting & beading
tool ch601 1/4" deep bowl
gouge (short handle
version) ch701 3/4" domed
scraper the set comes
complete in an attractive
presentation box..
Availability: In Stock
£119.95
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Robert sorby captive ring
tool 1/2" this unique
captive ring tool has a
user friendly flat shaft
with a specifically
designed cutter seat.
This seat is machined
into both sides of the
shaft so that when
cutting either side of
the captive ring, the
cutter is angled to the
front and into the
direction of the cut,
giving more control over
the cut whilst still
keeping the tool flat on
the rest. The cutters can
be swivelled in the seat
allowing the ring to be
cut within a limited
space. The captive ring
tool cutters are
interchangeabe with the
804h mishroom tool and
the 803h box hollower.
Sharpen the cutters with
a diamond file or honing
stone flat across the
face. User instruction
included..
Availability: In Stock
£24.00
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Robert sorby ¼" micro
spindle gouge. the unique
sizes and profiles from
the micro tools range
provide the flexibility
of approach and tool
control that are
essential for fine detail
work. They are ideal for
working on smaller lathes
where fouling the bed
bars is a problem with
conventional tools. 10"
overall length.
Availability: In Stock
£21.45
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Robert sorby ¼" micro
round nose scraper. The
unique sizes and profiles
from the micro tools
range provide the
flexibility of approach
and tool control that are
essential for fine detail
work. They are ideal for
working on smaller lathes
where fouling the bed
bars is a problem with
conventional tools. 10"
overall length.
Availability: In Stock
£19.29
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These perfectly balanced
bowl gouges are ideal for
all aspects of bowl and
goblet turning whether on
the internal or external
faces of the workpiece.
Fitted with a 16in handle
and 9 1d4in blade it is
easy to achieve the
required sweep, even
when taking heavy cuts to
hollow out the centre of
a bowl for example.
the very solid section of
hss minimises chatter and
vibration.
Availability: In Stock
£22.05
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Fitted with a robust
unbreakable handle. same
rugged specification as
the 331 series. designed
more for on-site work
where heavier blows may
need to be taken.
Excellent for site work
where a mallet is not
always used. Fitted with
a robust unbreakable
handle. Overall length
11": 279mm. Blade length
6¼": 159mm.
Availability: In Stock
£27.55
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Bangles and curtain rings
are just two of the
projects which can be
undertaken with the use
of robert sorby bead
forming tools. They can
also be used to adorn
stems with captive rings.
Unlike some simular
tools, the original
robert sorby ring cutting
tools are designed in
such a way that
sharpening and
repeatability are not
compromised. All tools
are supplied with full
use and sharpening
instructions. Overall
length 13½" handle
length 8½".
Availability: In Stock
£30.70
Archived Product
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Bangles and curtain rings
are just two of the
projects which can be
undertaken with the use
of robert sorby bead
forming tools. They can
also be used to adorn
stems with captive rings.
Unlike some simular
tools, the original
robert sorby ring cutting
tools are designed in
such a way that
sharpening and
repeatability are not
compromised. All tools
are supplied with full
use and sharpening
instructions. Overall
length 13½" handle
length 8½".
Availability: In Stock
£94.95
Archived Product
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Bangles and curtain rings
are just two of the
projects which can be
undertaken with the use
of robert sorby bead
forming tools. They can
also be used to adorn
stems with captive rings.
Unlike some simular
tools, the original
robert sorby ring cutting
tools are designed in
such a way that
sharpening and
repeatability are not
compromised. All tools
are supplied with full
use and sharpening
instructions. Overall
length 13½" handle
length 8½".
Availability: In Stock
£22.45
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These scrapers have the
mass and rigidity to damp
out vibration and produce
a clean finish. Their
heavy duty design allow
these scrapers to be used
with a long reach over
the tool rest. Excellent
for large bowl work,
platters and deep
hollowing. overall length
21".
Availability: In Stock
£70.95
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Manufactured from a
high-grade steel, well
finished and furnished
with a solid adjusting
nut for fine setting. the
legs are flat, very
durable and pivot on a
hardened stud. the
flexible bow spring is
exceedingly strong to
assure reliability. Size
and approx. capacity:
200mm / 8 inch.
Availability: In Stock
£18.85
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1" square end chisel,
hss. The square end
chisel is used for
straight and conical
work, this 1 inch
version gives the user
more control on larger
work pieces. Manufactured
from high speed steel
with ergonomically shaped
and balanced handle.
Blade length: 170mm.
Blade width: 25mm. Handle
length: 220mm..
Availability: In Stock
£17.19
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This more recent version
of the traditional skew
has an oval shape rather
than the flat back of the
standard chisel to make
it easy to roll the
chisel across the
toolrest, giving a
smoother feel to blade
control on fine work.
many first time
woodturners find this
easier to master than the
standard flat backed
version.
Availability: In Stock
£15.25
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1 1/2" right hand skew
scraper, hss, 16"
rosewood handle skew
chisel for use on large
spindle work, this tool
when used correctly will
give a super smooth
planed finish to the
workpiece. This right
hand variant should used
when working left to
right along the spindle.
A long handle and large
blade gives plenty of
support and stability.
Manufactured from high
speed steel with
ergonomically shaped and
balanced handle..
Availability: In Stock
£32.65
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A most versaltile
hollowing tool. Ideal for
end and side grain. Will
under cut rims. Includes
scraper blade for half
round, shallow and flat
work as well as shear
scraping. New beading and
coving cutters can also
be fitted. Includes use
and sharpening
instructions. Dimensions:
length: 19". Min
aperture: 1". Max
project: 6"..
Availability: In Stock
£52.95
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Robert sorby 839h high
speed steel continental
spindle gouge 35mm.
originating from europe,
these tools have gained a
reputation for their
superb handling qualities
on spindle work. Being a
forged construction,
they have an even wall
thickness, thereby
increasing finesse
without compromising
strength. This high speed
steel turning tool has a
finely polished flutes
which ensures optimum
edge with conmfortable
ash handle gives balance
and control. These tools
are ideal for making
bowls. They can produce
either massive profiling
cuts or delivate
finishing cuts as
necessary. Handle length
12". Overall length
18½".
Availability: In Stock
£57.95
Archived Product
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The workhorse of the
range. a strong well
balanced tool for general
applications. Steel
hooped handle to
withstand repeated mallet
blows. features a thick
cross section in the
blades which makes them
suitable for more
demanding applications
and seep recesses like
mortices where leverage
needs to be applied.
second hoop on the handle
allows for repeated
mallet blows. Fitted with
double hoop ash handle.
Overall length 10½" -
13".
Availability: In Stock
£25.49
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Robert sorby high speed
steel continental spindle
gouge 12mm. originating
from europe, these tools
have gained a reputation
for their superb handling
qualities on spindle
work. Being a forged
construction, they have
an even wall thickness,
thereby increasing
finesse without
compromising strength.
This high speed steel
turning tool has a finely
polished flutes which
ensures optimum edge with
conmfortable ash handle
gives balance and
control. These tools are
ideal for making bowls.
They can produce either
massive profiling cuts or
delivate finishing cuts
as necessary. Handle
length 10". Overall
length 15½".
Availability: In Stock
£27.55
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Robert sorby 845h high
speed steel ring tool
½". designed
specifically for end
grain hollowing. The dual
bevels allow for
hollowing of internal
curved surfaces and flat
bottomed vessels. These
tools produce an
unrivalled surface on end
grain. Ideal for goblets
and egg cups. Comes
complete with full
instructions. Handle
length 12". Overall
length 18¼".
Availability: In Stock
£37.75
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Robert sorby 845h high
speed steel ring tool ½"
no handle. designed
specifically for end
grain hollowing. The dual
bevels allow for
hollowing of internal
curved surfaces and flat
bottomed vessels. These
tools produce an
unrivalled surface on end
grain. Ideal for goblets
and egg cups. Comes
complete with full
instructions.
Availability: In Stock
£28.59
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Robert sorby 843lh
roughing out gouges 1¼"
handled. recommended for
the initial turning of un
even of square stock to
round. The shape of the
roughihg-out gouge
enables the tool to cut
safely with the wings
(the name given to the
tips of the side walls)
well back from the
workpiece. not
designed for use on bowl
grain projects..
Length: 21".
Availability: In Stock
£56.95
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Robert sorby 842xlh high
speed steel bowl gouge
¾". this high speed
steel turning tool has a
finely polished flutes
which ensures optimum
edge with conmfortable
ash handle gives balance
and control. This tool is
a must in the tool kit of
every bowl turner. Milled
from round bar, giving
both mass and stability.
These tools are ideal for
making bowls. They can
produce either massive
profiling cuts or
delivate finishing cuts
as necessary. Handle
length 17". Overall
length 26¾".
Availability: In Stock
£58.99
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Robert sorby 843h
roughing out gouges 1¼"
blade only. recommended
for the initial turning
of uneven of square stock
to round. The shape of
the roughing-out gouge
enables the tool to cut
safely with the wings
(the name given to the
tips of the side walls)
well back from the
workpiece. Handle not
included. not designed
for use on bowl grain
projects. .
Availability: In Stock
£45.95
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Robert sorby 843h
roughing out gouges ¾"
blade only. recommended
for the initial turning
of uneven of square stock
to round. The shape of
the roughihg-out gouge
enables the tool to cut
safely with the wings
(the name given to the
tips of the side walls)
well back from the
workpiece. Handle not
included. not designed
for use on bowl grain
projects. .
Availability: In Stock
£30.70
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Robert sorby 842lh high
speed steel bowl gouge
¼" (6mm). this high
speed steel turning tools
has a finely polished
flutes which ensures
optimum edge with
conmfortable ash handle
gives balance and
control. This tool is a
must in the tool kit of
every bowl turner. Milled
from round bar, giving
both mass and stability.
These tools are ideal for
making bowls. They can
produce either massive
profiling cuts or
delivate finishing cuts
as necessary. Handle
length 14". Overall
length 23".
Availability: In Stock
£30.70
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Robert sorby 842xlh high
speed steel bowl gouge
½". this high speed
steel turning tool has a
finely polished flutes
which ensures optimum
edge with conmfortable
ash handle gives balance
and control. This tool is
a must in the tool kit of
every bowl turner. Milled
from round bar, giving
both mass and stability.
These tools are ideal for
making bowls. They can
produce either massive
profiling cuts or
delivate finishing cuts
as necessary. Handle
length 17". Overall
length 26".
Availability: In Stock
£47.99
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Robert sorby 843h
roughing out gouges ¾"
handled. recommended for
the initial turning of un
even of square stock to
round. The shape of the
roughing-out gouge
enables the tool to cut
safely with the wings
(the name given to the
tips of the side walls)
well back from the
workpiece. Not designed
for use on bowl grain
projects. Length: 19".
Availability: In Stock
£39.80
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These perfectly balanced
bowl gouges are ideal for
all aspects of bowl and
goblet turning whether on
the internal or external
faces of the workpiece.
Fitted with a 16in handle
and 9 1d4in blade it is
easy to achieve the
required sweep, even
when taking heavy cuts to
hollow out the centre of
a bowl for example.
the very solid section of
hss minimises chatter and
vibration.
Availability: In Stock
£14.60
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Robert sorby 832h 3/16"
fluted parting tool
handled. this tool has a
milled flute running
along the bottom edge,
reating 2 sharp spurs at
the cutting face. These
sever the fibres to
produce a burnished
finish. The tapered
profile also reduces the
risk of binding in the
cut. Length 18½".
Availability: In Stock
£49.99
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Robert sorby 839h high
speed steel continental
spindle gouge 8mm.
originating from europe,
these tools have gained a
reputation for their
superb handling qualities
on spindle work. Being a
forged construction,
they have an even wall
thickness, thereby
increasing finesse
without compromising
strength. This high speed
steel turning tool has a
finely polished flutes
which ensures optimum
edge with conmfortable
ash handle gives balance
and control. These tools
are ideal for making
bowls. They can produce
either massive profiling
cuts or delivate
finishing cuts as
necessary. Handle length
10". Overall length
15½".
Availability: In Stock
£24.45
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The spindlemaster is
ideal for small projects
like boxes and rattles,
and works just as
effectively on large
pieces like bedposts and
staircase spindles. If
you have reservations
about using a skew
chisel, the
spindlemaster is the
answer. Its design it is
flat on one surface, and
oval on the other makes
dig-ins a thing of the
past. It is easy to use
for even the least
experienced turner. In
addition to doing the
regular planing job of
the skew chisel, the
spindlemaster will also
cut both beads and coves
with the greatest ease..
Availability: In Stock
£27.55
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Perfect for turning pens.
Includes 5/16'' roughing
gouge, 1/16'' parting
tool and 1/2" micro
spindlemaster gouge all
tools are 10'' long
overall each tool is
individually hardness
tested to guarantee edge
retention and quality all
tools have hand polished;
select grade ash handles
in a comfortable shape,
which has become the
classic profile.
Availability: In Stock
£56.95
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This tool clamps onto
your parting tool to
allow accurate sizing of
spindles. Required
diameter can be pre-set
by locking sizing tool to
parting tool with the aid
of two thumb screws.
suitable for use with the
following parting tools;
830h1-4, 831h and 833h..
Availability: In Stock
£21.45
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6 pc spindle turning set
by robert sorby. the
ultimatefull size all
round woodturning tool
set. perfect for the
beginner for any type of
turning from bowls to
spindles. 3/4" roughing
gouge, 3/8" spindle
gouge, 3/4" oval skew
chisel, 1/8" parting
tool. Includes 1/2" round
nose scraper and a 3/4"
bowl gouge.
Availability: In Stock
£122.95
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Bangles and curtain rings
are just two of the
projects which can be
undertaken with the use
of robert sorby ring
cutting tools. They can
also be used to adorn
stems with captive rings.
Unlike some simular
tools, the original
robert sorby ring cutting
tools are designed in
such a way that
sharpening and
repeatability are not
compromised. All tools
are supplied with full
use and sharpening
instructions. Overall
length 13½" handle
length 8½".
Availability: In Stock
£68.95
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3/8" parting tool, hss.
Intially profiled for the
parting off of work
pieces, these tools are
now commonly used for the
turning of beads,
notches and v-grooves on
all spindle work. This
5/8" parting tool lends
itself to larger work.
Manufactured from square
section high speed steel,
the tool faces are
ground square to allow
for true vertical and
parting cuts. This tool
has ergonomically shaped
and balanced handle.
Blade length: 170mm blade
width: 9mm. Handle
length: 220mm.
Availability: In Stock
£18.99
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Robert sorby 842flh high
speed steel fingernail
bowl gouge 6mm (¼"). now
available with fingernail
profile grind. Increased
flexibility allows for
"pull" cuts - avoiding
catching lathe bed.
Greater cutting tip area
can be used, for heavy
profiling cuts and fine
delicate shearing cuts.
This high speed steel
turning tool has a finely
polished flutes which
ensures optimum edge with
conmfortable ash handle
gives balance and
control. These tools are
ideal for making bowls.
They can produce either
massive profiling cuts or
delivate finishing cuts
as necessary. Handle
length 14". Overall
length 23".
Availability: In Stock
£30.70
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The workhorse of the
range. a strong well
balanced tool for general
applications. Steel
hooped handle to
withstand repeated mallet
blows. features a thick
cross section in the
blades which makes them
suitable for more
demanding applications
and seep recesses like
mortices where leverage
needs to be applied.
second hoop on the handle
allows for repeated
mallet blows. Fitted with
double hoop ash handle.
Overall length 10½" -
13".
Availability: In Stock
£37.75
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1 3/4" oval skew chisel,
hss. 16" rosewood handle.
A long handle and wide
blade means this skew
chisel comes into its own
when taking on large
section spindles. A
strong and stable tool
with an oval profile
which gives a smoother
action when rolling on
the tool rest to produce
a bead or even a
straight. This tool is
ground evenly an both
sides of the blade, so
it can be used both right
handed and left handed
along the spindle.
Manufactured from high
speed steel with
ergonomically shaped and
balanced handle..
Availability: In Stock
£39.95
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It is a flexible system
which enables deep vessel
hollowing with the
minimum of timber
wastage. The rs2000
system lends itself not
just to hollow forms but
with the use of the
slicer will produce
picture frames and other
large rings. The full
rs2000 system is supplied
in a compact, robust
mahogony stained and
lacquered case fitted
with brass clasps and
hinges, carrying handle
and instruction manual.
The system includes main
& side handle, collar &
stud for side handle,
extension shank, slicer,
reversible hooker,
swivel tip complete,
round end swivel, side
end cut swivel tip, ½"
dual purpose shank also
includes: chattertool
collar, square/pointed
chattertool cutter
includes: domed/hollow
chattertool cutter, hss
scraper blade & allen
key.
Availability: In Stock
£275.95
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3/8" deep bowl gouge,
hss. A versatile tool can
be used both internally
and externally on bowls
and goblets etc. This
mid-range bowl gouge
gives the user many
options from a single
tool. The long handle
gives the user extra
support. Manufactured
from high speed steel
with ergonomically shaped
and balanced handle.
Blade length: 215mm.
Blade width: 9mm. Handle
length: 395mm.
Availability: In Stock
£20.95
Archived Product
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For concave cutting.shear
scraping is a recently
enhanced method of
woodturning which relies
on the presentation of
the scraper at a shear
angle. The 3/8" square
shank sits firmly on the
toolrest and presents the
cutter at 45º to the
workpiece when used in
either direction. This is
due to the unique cutter
seating position. Each
tip can be repositioned
several times before
resharpening becomes
necessary. Complete with
two double-ended hss
tips, hss cutter and
allen key and full
instructions. Swivel tips
can be set at any angle
for hollowing in blind
holes..
Availability: In Stock
£21.45
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Robert sorby 832h 1/16"
fluted parting tools
handled. this features a
radically new & unique
cutting profile with a
blade profile of only
2mm. The long bevel has a
milled flute which is the
cutting face. The small
bevel is the sharpening
face. When parting off
this unique arrangement
causes the tip to always
cut at a shear cutting
angle of 45 degrees. This
produces a finish without
equal from a parting
tool, virtually
eliminating the need for
sanding. Length 18½".
Availability: In Stock
£38.79
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Robert sorby 842flh high
speed steel fingernail
bowl gouge ½" (13mm).
now available with
fingernail profile grind.
Increased flexibility
allows for "pull" cuts -
avoiding catching lathe
bed. Greater cutting tip
area can be used, for
heavy profiling cuts and
fine delicate shearing
cuts. This high speed
steel turning tool has a
finely polished flutes
which ensures optimum
edge with conmfortable
ash handle gives balance
and control. These tools
are ideal for making
bowls. They can produce
either massive profiling
cuts or delivate
finishing cuts as
necessary. Handle length
14". Overall length 23".
Availability: In Stock
£46.95
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Robert sorby 829h ¾" box
scraper blade only. the
special cutting profile
of this scraper makes it
ideal for cutting the
parallel side walls of
end grain boxes. The
small radius on the point
at the bottom of the
cutting section creates a
smooth intersection
between the side wall and
flat bottomed vessels.
The profiles cause this
to be very responsive and
sensitive in use. Length:
16".
Availability: In Stock
£25.49
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Traditional carving
handle with parallel
brass ferule. fitted with
parallel leather washer.
Fitted with a tapered
brass ferrule for comfort
and elegance. These
chisels have the same
blades as the "london
pattern" model, but with
a tradtional turned
boxwood handle.
Availability: In Stock
£22.45
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Robert sorby 831h 3/16"
diamond section parting
tool handled. the special
profile of this tool
reduces the risk of
binding in the cut. It
also reduces the amount
of heat build up caused
by friction. This lessens
the chance of burning the
bottom of the parted off
projet. Length: 17".
Availability: In Stock
£45.95
Archived Product
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For convex cutting.shear
scraping is a recently
enhanced method of
woodturning which relies
on the presentation of
the scraper at a shear
angle. The 3/8" square
shank sits firmly on the
toolrest and presents the
cutter at 45º to the
workpiece when used in
either direction. This is
due to the unique cutter
seating position. Each
tip can be repositioned
several times before
resharpening becomes
necessary. Complete with
two double-ended hss
tips, hss cutter and
allen key and full
instructions. Swivel tips
can be set at any angle
for hollowing in blind
holes..
Availability: In Stock
£21.45
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The workhorse of the
range. a strong well
balanced tool for general
applications. Steel
hooped handle to
withstand repeated mallet
blows. features a thick
cross section in the
blades which makes them
suitable for more
demanding applications
and seep recesses like
mortices where leverage
needs to be applied.
second hoop on the handle
allows for repeated
mallet blows. Fitted with
double hoop ash handle.
Overall length 10½" -
13".
Availability: In Stock
£24.45
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The robert sorby texan
range are a selection of
large scale tools for
large scale projects.
these turning tools are
longer in reach but their
large section makes them
more stable and less
prone to vibration.
Overall length 38".
features superior
blade finish, fine
balance for unrivalled
tool control,
outstanding performance,
and a comfortable 23" ash
handle.
Availability: In Stock
£61.45
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The robert sorby
spiralling system is a
further development on
the texturing tool and is
used to create both left
and right handed spirals
with ease. It features an
innovative rest with
indexed reference
positions, which enable
the replication of the
spirals. Differing pitch
and twist profiles are
made possible by altering
the presentation angle of
the cutter or by changing
the cutter to a different
one the texturing tool is
part of the system as
well as a graduated rest,
2mm, 4mm and 6mm
spiralling cutters.
Availability: In Stock
£137.95
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Bangles and curtain rings
are just two of the
projects which can be
undertaken with the use
of robert sorby ring
cutting tools. They can
also be used to adorn
stems with captive rings.
Unlike some simular
tools, the original
robert sorby ring cutting
tools are designed in
such a way that
sharpening and
repeatability are not
compromised. All tools
are supplied with full
use and sharpening
instructions. Overall
length 13½" handle
length 8½".
Availability: In Stock
£71.95
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Used to part the finished
project off from the
waste material, the
parallel sides make for a
rigid tool that handles
well. The ¼" tool
reduces the amount of
waste, vital if the
timber is an expensive,
exotic one. It also makes
for a fine detailing
tool, e.g. beads and
fillets. Length: 17".
Availability: In Stock
£24.45
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1/4" spindle gouge, hss.
Spindle gouge for shaping
small intricate pieces,
this 1/4" tool allows
ultra fine details to be
added. Manufactured from
high speed steel with
ergonomically shaped and
balanced handle. Blade
length: 175mm. Blade
width: 6mm. Handle
length: 220mm.
Availability: In Stock
£13.99
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The easybeader is a
unique yet simple tool to
cutting a series of
consistent and regular
beads. originally
conceived by a production
turner it allows for easy
replication of designs
like bee-hive boxes, and
honey dippers. Because of
its shape the turner can
move quickly from one
bead to the next safe in
the knowledge that both
size and spacing will be
the same.
Availability: In Stock
£22.45
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It is a flexible system
which enables deep vessel
hollowing with the
minimum of timber
wastage. The rs2000
system lends itself not
just to hollow forms but
with the use of the
slicer will produce
picture frames and other
large rings. The full
rs2000 system is supplied
in a compact, robust
mahogony stained and
lacquered case fitted
with brass clasps and
hinges, carrying handle
and instruction manual.
The system includes main
& side handle, collar &
stud for side handle,
extension shank, slicer,
reversible hooker,
swivel tip complete,
round end swivel, side
end cut swivel tip.
Availability: In Stock
£255.95
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Robert sorby ¾" curved
scraper blade only. The
curved end profile makes
this excellent for
creating, smoothing and
blending curved surfaces
in bowl work. E.g. round
bottomed boxes. This tool
is able to take an
agressive cut, whilst
retaining butterfly
sensitivity for refining
cuts.
Availability: In Stock
£25.49
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Robert sorby 12 piece
micro carving tool set in
wooden box. Robert sorby
micro carving tools are
manufactured to the same
exacting standards as the
full-size tools highly
polished blades protect
against rusting and every
cutting edge is honed and
buffed, ready for
immediate use large
handles are more
comfortable â
particularly during
prolonged use and sold
brass fer-rules
contribute to form and
function. Each micro
carving chisel measures
6½" overall length
includes polished wooden
case..
Availability: In Stock
£205.00
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Robert sorby full round
extra heavy duty scraper
handled. massive in
section, these were
designed to reduce
vibration and be stable
in use. Because of their
shear bulk (overall
length 21½" and 22½")
these scrapers can be
used with a large
overhang from the tool
rest. Excellent for large
bowl work, platters and
deep hollowing. All
blades 1½" x 3/8" (10mm)
section.
Availability: In Stock
£70.95
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1/2" spindle gouge, hss.
Spindle gouge for large
spindle work, but also
can be used as a small
bowl gouge. Manufactured
from high speed steel
with ergonomically shaped
and balanced handle.
Blade length: 170mm.
Blade width: 13mm. Handle
length: 220mm.
Availability: In Stock
£16.99
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1/4" deep bowl gouge,
hss. A versatile tool can
be used both internally
and externally on bowls
and goblets etc. The
small size of this tool
means tight details and
hollows can be achived.
The long handle gives the
user extra support.
Manufactured from high
speed steel with
ergonomically shaped and
balanced handle. Blade
length: 215mm.blade
width: 6mm. Handle
length: 395mm.
Availability: In Stock
£15.99
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Robert sorby 840h ¼"
standard spindle gouge
handled. this high speed
steel turning tool has a
finely polished flutes
which ensures optimum
edge with conmfortable
ash handle gives balance
and control. These are
detailing tools used on
between-centre work,
where the grain is
running parallel to the
bed bars. They are used
to create coves, beads
and othere profiles on
goblets, vases and egg
cups. Handle length 10".
Overall length 16½.
Availability: In Stock
£19.29
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Robert sorby 840h 3/8"
spindle gouge standard
blade only. these are
detailing tools used on
between-centre work where
the grain is running
parallel to the bed bars.
They are used to create
coves, beads and other
profiles on goblets,
vases and egg cups..
Availability: In Stock
£16.09
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Robert sorby 804h
mushroom tool blade 4
1/2". the mushroom tool
uses the standard shaft
and handle with a cutter
particulary suitable for
undercutting the cap of a
mushroom. This tool is
part of the
interchangeable cutter
system. It uses a
specially machined cutter
seat in a uniquely
designed flat shaft. The
cutter seat has been
machined so that when the
cutter is in position it
is slightly angled down
to the front and into the
direction of the cut. It
is machined in this way
on both sides so that the
cutter is in the correct
position when cutting
from either direction
whole keeping the shaft
flat on the tool rest.
This is the standard
version. There are many
different shaped cutters
available for various
applications,
specifically designed to
fit into the cutter
seat..
Availability: In Stock
£24.45
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Robert sorby 868h 8mm
shear scraper micro
turning tool. the unique
sizes and profiles
provide the flexibility
of approach and tool
control that are
essential for fine detail
work. These tools are
ideal for working on
smaller lathes where
fouling the bed bars is a
problem with conventional
tools. 10" overall
length.
Availability: In Stock
£21.45
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Robert sorby 840h ¾"
spindle gouge handled
standard. these are
detailing tools used on
between-centre work where
the grain is running
parallel to the bed bars.
They are used to create
coves, beads and other
profiles on goblets,
vases and egg cups.
Length 18¼".
Availability: In Stock
£36.75
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Traditional carving
handle with parallel
brass ferule. fitted with
parallel leather washer.
Fitted with a tapered
brass ferrule for comfort
and elegance. These
chisels have the same
blades as the "london
pattern" model, but with
a tradtional turned
boxwood handle.
Availability: In Stock
£32.65
Archived Product
-
The easybeader is a
unique yet simple tool to
cutting a series of
consistent and regular
beads. Originally
conceived by a production
turner it allows for easy
replication of designs
like beehive boxes, and
honey dippers. Handled.
Suitable for use with
both spindle and bowl
work..
Availability: In Stock
£25.49
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3/8" spindle gouge, hss.
Spindle gouge for medium
to large workpieces this
intermediate sized tool
can be used for detail
work or creating shape.
Manufactured from high
speed steel with
ergonomically shaped and
balanced handle. Blade
length: 170mm blade
width: 10mm. Handle
length: 220mm.
Availability: In Stock
£15.99
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The spindlemaster is
ideal for small projects
like boxes and rattles,
and works just as
effectively on large
pieces like bedposts and
staircase spindles. If
you have reservations
about using a skew
chisel, the
spindlemaster is the
answer. Its design it is
flat on one surface, and
oval on the other makes
dig-ins a thing of the
past. It is easy to use
for even the least
experienced turner. In
addition to doing the
regular planing job of
the skew chisel, the
spindlemaster will also
cut both beads and coves
with the greatest ease..
Availability: In Stock
£33.69
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Robert sorby 832h 1/16"
fluted parting tools
blade only. this features
a radically new & unique
cutting profile with a
blade profile of only
2mm. The long bevel has a
milled flute which is the
cutting face. The small
bevel is the sharpening
face. When parting off
this unique arrangement
causes the tip to always
cut at a shear cutting
angle of 45 degrees. This
produces a finish without
equal from a parting
tool, virtually
eliminating the need for
sanding. Length 18½".
Availability: In Stock
£29.59
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Robert sorby rs2007kt
multi-tip shear scraper
from the texan range. the
robert sorby texan range
are a selection of large
scale tools for large
scale projects. these
turning tools are longer
in reach but their large
section makes them more
stable and less prone to
vibration. Overall length
38". minimum aperture.
1". maximum project 12".
features superior
blade finish, fine
balance for unrivalled
tool control,
outstanding performance,
and a comfortable 23" ash
handle.
Availability: In Stock
£71.95
Archived Product
-
For convex cutting.shear
scraping is a recently
enhanced method of
woodturning which relies
on the presentation of
the scraper at a shear
angle. The 3/8" square
shank sits firmly on the
toolrest and presents the
cutter at 45º to the
workpiece when used in
either direction. This is
due to the unique cutter
seating position. Each
tip can be repositioned
several times before
resharpening becomes
necessary. Complete with
two double-ended hss
tips, hss cutter and
allen key and full
instructions. Swivel tips
can be set at any angle
for hollowing in blind
holes..
Availability: In Stock
£28.59
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Sorby ½" round skew
chisel handled. fine
detail to large spindle
work. Perfect finish
straight from root. Sorby
½" round skew chisel
handled. Round skew
chisels have been the
choice of many production
turners over the years.
Intended for use on
spindlework, their round
shape makes these tools
easy to manoeuvre when
creating beads, coves
and other details.
Availability: In Stock
£25.49
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Robert sorby 829h ¾" box
scraper handled. the
special cutting profile
of this scraper makes it
ideal for cutting the
parallel side walls of
end grain boxes. The
small radius on the point
at the bottom of the
cutting section creates a
smooth intersection
between the side wall and
flat bottomed vessels.
The profiles cause this
to be very responsive and
sensitive in use. Length:
16".
Availability: In Stock
£33.69
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It consists of a handle,
blade and a double
bevelled texturing cutter
with integral bearing. It
can be used to create
unique effects that alter
the tactile and visual
qualities of your bowls,
hollow forms, goblets or
boxes perfect for adding
that individual mark to
your work orange peel,
striated and ribbed
patterns are possible
using this tool. Some of
these effects are subtle
some are very coarse and
aggressive depending on
the angle of the cutter
as it makes contact with
the work and the pressure
applied..
Availability: In Stock
£56.95
Archived Product
-
Traditional carving
handle with parallel
brass ferule. fitted with
parallel leather washer.
Fitted with a tapered
brass ferrule for comfort
and elegance. These
chisels have the same
blades as the "london
pattern" model, but with
a tradtional turned
boxwood handle.
Availability: In Stock
£22.45
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Robert sorby captive ring
tool 4 piece set. the
captive ring tool set
comes with all 4 cutter
sizes. 3/16", 1/4",
3/8" and 1/2". This
unique captive ring tool
has a user friendly flat
shaft with a specifically
designed cutter seat.
This seat is machined
into both sides of the
shaft so that when
cutting either side of
the captive ring, the
cutter is angled to the
front and into the
direction of the cut,
giving more control over
the cut whilst still
keeping the tool flat on
the rest. The cutters can
be swivelled in the seat
allowing the ring to be
cut within a limited
space. The captive ring
tool cutters are
interchangeabe with the
804h mishroom tool and
the 803h box hollower.
Sharpen the cutters with
a diamond file or honing
stone flat across the
face. User instruction
included..
Availability: In Stock
£43.95
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Robert sorby 839h high
speed steel continental
spindle gouge 25mm.
originating from europe,
these tools have gained a
reputation for their
superb handling qualities
on spindle work. Being a
forged construction,
they have an even wall
thickness, thereby
increasing finesse
without compromising
strength. This high speed
steel turning tool has a
finely polished flutes
which ensures optimum
edge with conmfortable
ash handle gives balance
and control. These tools
are ideal for making
bowls. They can produce
either massive profiling
cuts or delivate
finishing cuts as
necessary. Handle length
12". Overall length
18½".
Availability: In Stock
£43.95
Archived Product
-
The spindlemaster is
ideal for small projects
like boxes and rattles,
and works just as
effectively on large
pieces like bedposts and
staircase spindles. If
you have reservations
about using a skew
chisel, the
spindlemaster is the
answer. Its design it is
flat on one surface, and
oval on the other makes
dig-ins a thing of the
past. It is easy to use
for even the least
experienced turner. in
addition to doing the
regular planing job of
the skew chisel, the
spindlemaster will also
cut both beads and coves
with the greatest ease.
Availability: In Stock
£41.85
Archived Product
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Robert sorby shear
scrapers handled with hss
cutter. for concave
cutting. Shear scraping
is a recently enhanced
method of woodturning
which relies on the
presentation of the
scraper at a shear angle.
The 3/8" square shank
sits firmly on the
toolrest and presents the
cutter at 45º to the
workpiece when used in
either direction. This is
due to the unique cutter
seating position. Each
tip can be repositioned
several times before
resharpening becomes
necessary. Complete with
two double-ended hss
tips, hss cutter and
allen key and full
instructions. Swivel tips
can be set at any angle
for hollowing in blind
holes..
Availability: In Stock
£28.59
Archived Product
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The sorby 45hs is a
spindle turners set. this
is of particular interest
to the turner who makes
miniature dolls house
furniture. The set
includes 1/4" spindle
gouge, 1/8" spindle
gouge, 1/4" round nose
scraper, 1/4" skew
chisel and 1/16" parting
tool. The tools have an
overall length of 10".
Availability: In Stock
£91.95
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6 piece hss woodturning
chisel set hardened
blades with brass
ferrules. Ash handles.
Packed in wooden storage
box. Contents. bowl
gouge with 12.7mm (1/2)
blade. roughing gouge
with 25mm (1) blade.
oval skew with 25mm (1)
blade. parting tool
with 5.5mm (7/32)
blade. round nose
scraper with 25mm(1)
blade. spindle gouge
with 10mm (3/8) blade.
Availability: In Stock
£148.15
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Robert sorby 840h 3/8"
standard spindle gouge
handled. this high speed
steel turning tool has a
finely polished flutes
which ensures optimum
edge with conmfortable
ash handle gives balance
and control. These are
detailing tools used on
between-centre work,
where the grain is
running parallel to the
bed bars. They are used
to create coves, beads
and othere profiles on
goblets, vases and egg
cups. Handle length 10".
Overall length 16½.
Availability: In Stock
£21.45
Archived Product
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Robert sorby 842flh high
speed steel fingernail
bowl gouge 3/8". now
available with fingernail
profile grind. Increased
flexibility allows for
"pull" cuts - avoiding
catching lathe bed.
Greater cutting tip area
can be used, for heavy
profiling cuts and fine
delicate shearing cuts.
This high speed steel
turning tool has a finely
polished flutes which
ensures optimum edge with
conmfortable ash handle
gives balance and
control. These tools are
ideal for making bowls.
They can produce either
massive profiling cuts or
delivate finishing cuts
as necessary. Handle
length 14". Overall
length 23".
Availability: In Stock
£37.75
Archived Product
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Robert sorby ¾" curved
scraper handled. The
curved end profile makes
this excellent for
creating, smoothing and
blending curved surfaces
in bowl work.e.g. Round
bottomed boxes. This tool
is able to take an
agressive cut, whilst
retaining butterfly
sensitivity for refining
cuts..
Availability: In Stock
£34.69
Denmark