8" - 200mm Bench Grinder
RSBG8
This new and upgraded machine has an industrial-inspired design with a heavy-duty motor and offers improved power, stability and performance. Smooth and quiet in use.
With a larger than standard 40mm wide white aluminium oxide wheel, ideal for tool sharpening, alongside a standard carborundum wheel for general purpose grinding.
Specifications
Stone Diameters: 200mm (8")
Coarse Stone...
Satin Gloss Pen Polish
PPP
Formulated specifically to give a gloss finish on pens and other small turned items.Gives an instant, durable finish.No odour, non-toxic, food safe and water resistant.High gloss works even better when used after an application of satin gloss.
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Head Only
RSTM-HEAD
TurnMaster Head Only (RSTM-HEAD)
The TurnMaster Chisel Head, can allow turners to equip different cutters to individual heads interchanging on the chisel as needed.
The Robert Sorby TurnMaster is the first tool in the world to combine three cutting edge technologies in one flexible system.
Now woodturners can choose between tungsten carbide, titanium nitride and high speed steel cutters and...
Bushing Set for Atrax Fountain & Rollerball Pen
BUSH30
Bushing Set for Atrax Rollerball & Fountain Pen Kits
Graphite Transfer Paper
J70001
Our graphite transfer paper is ideal for tracing patterns onto your projects.It is best when used with the burnisher for a good transfer without tearing the paper.To use, place pattern on surface and tape in place.Slip the transfer paper between pattern and wood.12' X 24' Sheet.
Lilac Veneer 450 x 150
M52-040
Colour: Purple
Grain: Light
Species: Bolivar
Size: 450mm x 150mm
Thickness: 0.5mm
Deluxe Razor Stand
DRS
This gorgeous chrome elegant razor stand kit is the perfect storage and display solution for your razor and shaving brush and will look good in any bathroom.
Its simple design features a chrome finish razor and shaving brush holder that will match the finish and components of your favourite razor.
It also has a large 85mm diameter base with rubber feet pads to keep from sliding and tipping over.
Please...
Robert Sorby Aluminium Oxide Discs 75mm
W413
Aluminium Oxide Discs 75mm (413)
Velcro Sanding Discs (10 pack)
Five different grit abrasives available to take even the roughest projects to a glass-like finish every time.
Perfect to fit the Robert Sorby Sandmaster Bowl Sander (W410) for hand sanding wood turned projects.
Bushing Set for Glacia Pen
BUSH55
Bushing Set for Glacia Pen - Product Code: GBPC
Simply use this Glacia Pen bushing set on the mandrel to turn your blanks to the correct diameter.
Burnishing Cream
CBC
A very mildly abrasive cleaner which smooths and cleans finishes, reviving the lustre of previously polished surfaces and enhancing the gloss of newly applied lacquers and polishes.
2.5" Posable Hose Assembly Kit
CVA25080104
Self supporting extraction port and hose, ideal for woodturning, 660mm in length. This is an official LOC-LINE® product, the original and best modular hose. Suitable for 2.5" systems.
Clear Pen Stand
PKS
Economical way in which to show off two kits, ideal for a matched pair. Great for craft shows, makes them stand out and takes up very little space. Helps sell that special pen set.
Pens not included
Robert Sorby Thread Cutters
890
Thread Cutters (890)
These Robert Sorby Thread Cutters are perfect for making lidded boxes, helping produce threaded lids, specially produced for cutting in wood.
Available Handled and Unhandled.
Producing threads needs a lot of practice and a steady hand but once mastered this technique adds significant value to your project.
Thread cutters are available in matching pairs for internal...
Robert Sorby Unhandled Spindle Gouge
840
Unhandled Spindle Gouge (840)
These are detailing tools used on between-centre work, where the grain is running parallel to the lathe bed.
Spindle gouges are used to create coves, beads and other profiles on goblets, vases, bed posts, candle stick and other spindle products.
B840190: This 3/4" is produced from a forged bar and therefore flat and wide.
Lifetime HSS Guarantee.
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True Grit Superfine Abrasive Wax Paste
TGSF140
True Grit Superfine is a Wax based, all natural, abrasive wax paste. Hand blended in West Yorkshire.
The Perfect Companion to True Grit.
True Grit Superfine is a wax-based abrasive paste, made completely of natural and ethically sourced ingredients, all the way to the tub and labels! Superfine was made and developed with resin and hybrid users in mind, allowing them to greatly reduce scratches...
Chestnut Iridescent Paint
CIPAINT
Iridescent Paints give a change in hue, a slight colour shift when viewed from different angles and are especially effective on irregularly shaped items.
Available in nine different amazingly bright and vibrant colours:
Green
Azure
Purple
Red
Turquoise
Cerise
Pink
Yellow
Vivid Blue
100ml bottles. Supplied individually.
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Excel Burnisher
J70002
The Excel burnisher used in conjunction with the graphite transfer paper allow you to easily transfer your pattern onto your project.
NOVA 10" Cole Jaws
JSCOLE
NOVA Cole Accessory Jaw Set is an accessory for NOVA chucks. Designed to expand the range and capacity of your standard NOVA chuck for specific projects and applications.
Designed for re-chucking of bowls to remove chuck marks, add decoration or to re-shape the bottoms of bowls that have already been turned
Other Nova jaw sets can be fitted to the Cole Jaws making a combination jaw facility
Suitable...
Wire Burners - Spindle Set
KC1
From America, the KC Wire Burners can add that little extra detail to your turned work.The wires are made from high quality steel, and each burner should last several dozen applications before needing to be replaced.
Gorilla Glue
GG
Gorilla Glue has devoted following due to its strength, open working time and shelf life.
Gorilla Glue is unaffected by extremes of heat or cold.
100% waterproof.
Expands to 3 times its size during curing.
Bonds wood, metal, stone, foam, glass and much more.
Drive Centre
DRIVECENTR
Suitable for all types of spindle work.Integral points will not work loose. Removable with extractor ring. 4 prong for squared spindle ends, 2 prong for out of square spindle ends.
Record Power LED Light
59000
This powerful work lamp is a perfect addition to any workshop. The long flexible neck allows it to be positioned to illuminate even the most hard-to-reach areas and get rid of troublesome shadows, giving a clear view of the work in progress. To further increase the lamp’s flexibility, a sliding collar on the lamp head allows either a spotlight or floodlight beam to be created. The strong magnetic...
Pen Assembler
TRPA
Pen Assembly Kit
Assembling Pens is very rewarding after spending time turning them, but unfortunately, this can be the most difficult part.
Turners Retreat is proud to introduce to their range of pen turning tools, the Pen Assembler.
Available in 1 or 2 Morse tapers this assembler fits easily on the lathe for easy construction of 7mm pens and pencils using the lathe as a clamping system.
Made...
Pen Blank - Zebrano - Gents
ZGPB
Approximate measurements 1" x 1" x 6"
Colour and grain pattern may vary from pictured sample, due to this being a natural product.
Robert Sorby ProEdge Knife Jig
PEKJIG
ProEdge Knife Jig
Continuing with their innovative new products, Robert Sorby has introduced a Knife sharpening jig as an extremely useful accessory for the very popular ProEdge Ultimate Sharpening system.
The Knife sharpening jig consists of a new back plate with a raised wear plate attached, a universal arm, a choice between a small or large knife holder and a set of instructions.
The jig...
Robert Sorby ProEdge Premium Square Guide
PESQW
ProEdge Premium Square Guide
The square guide raises the tool away from the tool platform.
Using a set square or triangle adjust the bar to ensure a perfectly accurate position for sharpening all your chisels and plane blades.
Pen Blank Drilling Jaws - Vertical
VPBDJ
Use these aluminium utility jaws to convert your drill press vice into a great new pen blank drilling accessory.The jaws include grooves cut vertically to support your pen blank for drilling.Horizontal grooves allow you to position a turned barrel or plain brass tube horizontally for cutting or squaring.The jaws easily drop onto your drill press vice and attach magnetically (to jaws over 1 high).Great...
Robert Sorby Chuck Exert
NEX
To enable Patriot chucks with a standard thread to fit large spindle lathes.
Robert Sorby Standard Parting Tool
830
Standard Parting Tool (830)
Used to part the finished project from the waste material, the parallel sides make for a rigid tool that handles well.
It reduces the amount of waste, vital if using an expensive wood.
It also makes for a fine detailing tool e.g. bead and fillets.
Lifetime HSS Guarantee.
Polycryl Preservative
PO
Polycryl is a non-toxic, large molecular weight acrylic polymer that will fill and strengthen soft, semipunky or spalted wood. It will not yellow or discolor the wood. Polycryl is ideal for strengthening the soft areas of wood so that it can be turned, carved or worked with. It is water-soluble and penetrates best when the wood is green. Easy and safe to use with soap and water clean up. Polycryl wood...
Flash / Release Tape
FBRT25
High-temperature, pressure sensitive PET tape with silicone adhesive used in a very wide range of composites processes including resin infusion and pre-preg. 66m Roll. 25mm and 50mm widths available. Flash/release breaker tape is very commonly used in the aerospace and wider composites industry, particularly in vacuum bagging, resin infusion and pre-preg processes where it serves number of uses including...
Pen Blank - Stardust Red
APB78
Stardust Red Pen Blank
Nothing says Christmas more than red glitter! Get into the festive spirit with this vibrant pen blank.
Glittering red colour
Can be easily turned
Approximate measurements 3/4" x 3/4" x 5"
Colour and pattern will vary slightly from the pictured blank due to the manufacturing process. No two are the same, making each pen you create completely unique!
Robert Sorby Skew Chisel
810H
Skew Chisel (810H)
Rectangular in section, giving this type of skew more weight.
This makes it superb for large spindle work e.g. newel posts and table legs.
This tool now has a 'rolled' edge to help turners avoid catching an edge.
Lifetime HSS Guarantee.
Robert Sorby Bead Cutter
RS239C
Bead Cutter (RS23)
The Robert Sorby Bead Cutter is one of five additional cutters available for the popular Robert Sorby Multi-tip Hollowing Tool. This double sided cutter will cut beautiful beads on spindle work at 1/4' and 1/2' and is one of two beading cutters available for this tool.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face. To gain best results...
Vinyl Gloves - Pack of 10
CVG
Chestnut lightly powdered disposable vinyl gloves are ideal for keeping your hands clean.Suitable for either hand and in a large size.Supplied in packs of 10.
Crown Jewel Pen Kit
CJGP
Crown Jewel Ballpoint Twist Pen Kit
Give the crown jewel of gifts for those of your friends, family or buyers who like a bit of "bling". It's easy to make with a single tube and features a 24kt Gold plated cabochon with a shimmering Crown and 7/16" Clear Crystal. Easy to make with a single 11/32" tube.
Please note, the image is an example of what you could create with...
Pen Blank - Ghost of Sparta
APB23
Ghost of Sparta Pen Blank
Shimmering red and white colour
Can be easily turned
Approximate measurements 3/4" x 3/4" x 5"
Colour and pattern will vary slightly from the pictured blank due to the manufacturing process. No two are the same, making each pen you create completely unique!
Robert Sorby Sovereign Tang Collet Adaptor
SOVCOL
Collets for the Sovereign system.
SOV-C06
The SOV-C06 has the narrowest aperture and is suitable for the ¼” Spindle gouge There are also a few tools that require no collet and fit directly into 1/4” shank end of the Sovereign handle. Among these are the 1/2” and 3/4” bowl gouges, the 1/2” fingernail bowl gouge and the extra long multi tip hollowing tool.
SOV-C10
The...
Pen Blank - Stardust Gold
APB80
Stardust Gold Pen Blank
Whether you're making a Christmas, birthday or anniversary gift, the Stardust Gold glitter pen blank is stunning for any special occasion.
Glittering gold colour
Can be easily turned
Approximate measurements 3/4" x 3/4" x 5"
Colour and pattern will vary slightly from the pictured blank due to the manufacturing process. No two are the same,...
Pen Blank - Mica Pearl - Black Pearl
MCBPPB
This design is a feast to the eye! It provides a remarkable new and original look to your project.
Approximate measurements 3/4" x 3/4" x 5"
Colour and pattern may vary slightly from the pictured blank, due to the manufacturing process.
Please note, mica pearl can be a brittle material to work with. On close inspection, chipped edges are visible on the blank which shows the potential...
Robert Sorby Unhandled Fingernail Spindle Gouge
840F
Unhandled Fingernail Spindle Gouge (840F)
Ideal for fine detailing on spindle work.
Having the wing tips ground back reduces the danger of them catching when working in confined areas.
Fingernail Spindle Gouges come with a Lifetime HSS Guarantee.