Robert Sorby Fingernail Spindle Gouge
840FH
Fingernail Spindle Gouge (840FH)
Ideal for fine detailing on spindle work.
Having the wing tips ground back reduces the danger of them catching when working in confined areas.
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Robert Sorby Excelsior Spindle Gouge
840GH
Excelsior Spindle Gouge (840GH)
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 sticks and other spindle projects.
With an increased edge life by bonding Titanium Nitride to our existing HSS tools.
Sharpen in the same way as...
Robert Sorby Spindle Roughing Gouge 3/4"
843H19
Spindle Roughing Gouge 3/4" (B843193)
Also known simply as a roughing gouge.
Recommended for the initial turning of uneven or square spindle stock to round.
The shape of the spindle roughing gouge enables the tool to cut safely with the wings (the tips of the side walls) well back from the work piece.
Not designed for use on bowl grain projects.
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Robert Sorby Midi Spindle Gouge 3/8"
B881101
Midi Spindle Gouge 3/8" (B881101)
The 881H Spindle Gouge is one of a collection of scaled down regular HSS turning tools that make up the 52HS five piece turning tool set.
Ideal for spindle work these tools are the perfect companion for turners with a midi or mini lathe or those with limited work room.
Robert Sorby Midi Spindle Roughing Gouge
B883191
Midi Spindle Roughing Gouge (883H)
The 883H Spindle Roughing Gouge 3/4" - 19mm is one of a collection of scaled down regular HSS turning tools that make up the 52HS five piece turning tool set.
This tool is ideal for turners with a midi or mini lathe or those with limited work room.
Robert Sorby Long Aluminium Micro Handle
B889
Long Aluminium Micro Handle (B889)
Manufactured from high grade aluminium these knurled grip, anodized handles for the Robert Sorby modular micro system are available in two sizes.
The larger 7 3/4" version adds more leverage and grip for those preferring to work a little further from the project workpiece.
The Modular Micro Handle 5 3/4" (B888) is also available as a separate item...
Robert Sorby Spindle Gouge 1/4"
867
Spindle Gouge 1/4" (867)
A spindle gouge is a detailing tool used on between centre work where the grain is running parallel to the lathe bed.
Part of the micro turning tool range.
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Robert Sorby Modular Micro Roughing Gouge
B888/1
Modular Micro Roughing Gouge (B888/1)
At 13mm this tool has 5mm more cutting edge than its micro tool equivalent adding to its ability to remove waste quickly and efficiently.
Designed specifically for the Modular series of tools it is commonly used for the initial turning of uneven or square spindle stock to round.
The shape of the roughing gouge enables the tool to cut safely with the wings...
Robert Sorby Continental Spindle Gouge
B839082
Continental Spindle Gouge (839H)
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.
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Robert Sorby Round Nose Scraper
820H
Round Nose Scraper (820H)
Used on bowls and platters to create smooth flowing curves.
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Robert Sorby Unhandled Round Nose Scraper
820
Round Nose Scraper Unhandled (820)
Used on bowls and platters to create smooth flowing curves.
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Robert Sorby Square Scraper
823H
Square Scraper (823H)
For finishing convex and flat bottomed forms.
The end profile can be modified to a specific shape as required.
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Robert Sorby Unhandled Square Scraper
823
Square Scraper Unhandled (823)
For finishing convex and flat bottomed forms.
The end profile can be modified to a specific shape as required.
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Robert Sorby Curved Scraper
B828192
Curved Scraper (828)
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 aggressive cut, whilst retaining butterfly sensitivity for refining cuts.
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Robert Sorby Box Scraper
B829192
Box Scraper (829)
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.
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Robert Sorby Round Side Scraper
824
Round Side Scraper (824)
Designed for blending the parallel side wall and the curved bottom of vessels and boxes together.
It is excellent for undercutting the rims of small bowls.
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Robert Sorby Diamond Side Scraper
825
Diamond Side Scraper (825)
Used on square bottomed boxes the end profile allows the tool to create a right angled juncture between side wall and bottom.
The 85 degree angle at the end prevents the tool from cutting the side wall and the bottom at the same time.
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Robert Sorby Negative Rake Scraper 3/4"
821
Negative Rake Scraper (821)
Formerly known as the Hardwood Scraper it was originally designed to tackle hardwoods when producing musical instruments.
However, the tool is equally at home on all types of wood and is as effective on spindle work as it is on bowls – the action of the negative rake on the bevel reducing the risk of grain tear-out and leaving a polished surface that requires...
Robert Sorby External Shear Scraper
827
External Shear Scraper (827)
Shear scraping is a recently enhanced method of woodturning which relies on the presentation of the scraper at a shear angle.
This technique offers some significant advantages over conventional scrapers:
At the optimum angle of 45 degrees, the sliving action is safer and produces a superior finish.
Sanding is often unnecessary.
The risk of the cutter digging-in...
Robert Sorby Midi Round Nose Scraper 1/2"
B884131
Midi Round Nose Scraper 1/2" (884H)
The 884H Round Nose Scraper is perfect for small bowls and platters where a smooth curve is required.
This tool is one of a collection of scaled down regular HSS turning tools that make up the 52HS five piece turning tool set.
These tools are ideal for turners with a midi or mini lathe or those with limited work room.
Robert Sorby Modular Micro Round Sidecut
B888/10
Modular Micro Round Sidecut (B888/10)
Designed for blending the parallel side wall and the curved bottom of vessels and boxes.
It is also excellent for undercutting the rims of small bowls.
Compatible with the Robert Sorby Modular Micro Aluminium Handle (B888).
Robert Sorby Modular Micro French Curve
B888/11
Modular Micro French Curve (B888/11)
The curved end profile makes this tool excellent for creating, smoothing and blending curved surfaces in bowl work and round bottomed boxes.
It can also be used to take an aggressive cut whilst retaining sensitivity for refining cuts.
Compatible with the Robert Sorby Modular Micro Aluminium Handle (B888).
Robert Sorby Modular Micro Diamond Side Cut
B888/12
Modular Micro Diamond Side Cut (B888/12)
Compatible with the Robert Sorby Modular Micro Aluminium Handle (B888).
Robert Sorby Modular Micro Round Nose
B888/9
Modular Micro Round Nose (B888/9)
Micro round nose scraper from the micro tool range.
Used on bowls and platters to create smooth flowing curves.
This popular micro tool has a 50 % finer cutting edge than the smallest full sized equivalent, enabling the woodturner to create excellent results on incredibly small projects.
Compatible with the Robert Sorby Modular Micro Aluminium Handle (B888).
Robert Sorby Multi-Scraper
B868000
Multi-Scraper (868)
Shear scraping is a recently enhanced method of woodturning which relies on the presentation of the scraper at the shear angle.
This technique offers some significant advantages over conventional scrapers.
At the optimum angle of 45 degrees, the slicing action is safer and produces a superior finish.
Sanding is often unnecessary.
The risk of the cutter digging-in...
Robert Sorby Heavy Duty Full Round Scraper
B8004
Heavy Duty Full Round Scraper (800)
Produced with a massive 1 1/2' x 3/8' (38mm x 10mm) section to absorb vibration and ensure stability making it ideal for long overhangs over the tool rest when producing deep vessels.
Designed for finishing on bowls and platter especially where a smooth curve is required.
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Robert Sorby Bowl Finishing Outboard Scraper
B800704
Bowl Finishing Outboard Scraper (8007)
Produced with a massive 1 1/2' x 3/8' (38mm x 10mm) section to absorb vibration and ensure stability making it ideal for long overhangs over the tool rest when producing deep vessels.
Designed for finishing when working in the outboard mode of the lathe.
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Robert Sorby Bowl Finishing Inboard Scraper
B800804
Bowl Finishing Inboard Scraper (8008)
Produced with a massive 1 1/2" x 3/8" (38mm x 10mm) section to absorb vibration and ensure stability making it ideal for long overhangs over the tool rest when producing deep vessels.
Designed for finishing bowls when working inboard.
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Robert Sorby Square Nose Scraper 1"
B801105
Square Nose Scraper 1"
Slightly narrower than the heavy duty scrapers but produced from thicker 1/2" (13mm section).
Designed for finishing convex and flat bottomed forms.
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Robert Sorby Bowl Scraper 1"
B801205
Bowl Scraper 1" (B801205)
Slightly narrower than the heavy duty scrapers but produced from thicker 1/2" (13mm section).
Designed for inboard bowl finishing.
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Robert Sorby Round Nose Scraper 1"
B801305
Round Nose Scraper (B801305)
Slightly narrower than the heavy duty scrapers but produced from thicker 1" (13mm section).
Designed for bowls and platters where a smooth curve is required.
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Robert Sorby Round Nose Scraper 1/2"
B801405
Round Nose Scraper (B801405)
Slightly narrower than the heavy duty scrapers but produced from thicker 1/2" (13mm section).
Designed for bowls and platters where a smooth curve is required.
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Robert Sorby Square Nose Scraper 1/2"
B801505
Square Nose Scraper (B801505)
Slightly narrower than the heavy duty scrapers but produced from thicker 1/2" (13mm section).
Designed for finishing convex and flat bottomed forms.
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Robert Sorby Oval Skew
809H
Oval Skew (809H)
The Robert Sorby Oval Skew Chisel is a delicately balanced tool.
Originally designed at Robert Sorby, the profile allows the tool to glide effortlessly along the tool rest without fear of the edges dragging on the rest.
This tool will smooth cylinders, clean the end grain of spindles, cut hallow curves beads, pummels and v-cuts e.g. star balustrading and chair legs.
The...
Robert Sorby Unhandled Oval Skew
809
Oval Skew Unhandled (809)
The Robert Sorby Oval Skew Chisel is a delicately balanced tool.
Originally designed at Robert Sorby, the profile allows the tool to glide effortlessly along the tool rest without fear of the edges dragging on the rest.
It will smooth cylinders, clean the end grain of spindles, cut hallow curves beads, pummels and v-cuts e.g. star balustrading and chair legs.
This...
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.
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Robert Sorby Unhandled Skew Chisel
810
Skew Chisel Unhandled (810)
Rectangular in section, giving this type of skew more weight.
The unhandled tool allows the turner to add their own handle.
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.
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Robert Sorby Spindlemaster
812H
Spindlemaster (812H)
The Spindlemaster’s enhanced tip, shear cutting action and highly polished bevel produce a very fine finish on all types of wood.
The polished back bevel helps to produce a high quality finish with exceptional results on softer, traditionally more difficult woods like pine.
The tool can be used to plane, bead, cove and trim end grain and is easy to use and sharpen.
Illustrated...
Robert Sorby Round Skew
813H
Round Skew (813H)
Intended for use on Spindle work.
Lightweight, making it highly manoeuvrable.
Ideal for production work.
Can be used on fine, detailed projects up to larger functional work to produce beads, coves, highlights and other details.
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Robert Sorby Unhandled Round Skew
813
Round Skew Unhandled (813)
Intended for use on Spindle work.
Lightweight, making it highly manoeuvrable.
Ideal for production work.
Can be used on fine, detailed projects up to larger functional work to produce beads, coves, highlights and other details.
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Robert Sorby Detail Point Tool
B822102
Detail Point Tool (822)
The Detail Point Tool is a 3/8" round shaft with a 3 facet point.
It is ideal for fine detailing on bowl and spindle work.
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Robert Sorby Midi Standard Skew 1/2"
B882131
Midi Standard Skew (882H)
The 882H Standard Skew is one of a collection of scaled down regular HSS turning tools that make up the 52HS five piece turning tool set.
These tools are ideal for turners with a midi or mini lathe or those with limited work room.
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Robert Sorby Round Skew 1/4"
875
Round Skew 1/4" (875)
Intended for use on spindle work.
Lightweight, making it highly manoeuvrable.
Ideal for production work.
Can be used on fine, detailed projects up to a larger functional work to produce beads, coves, highlights and other details.
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Robert Sorby Modular Micro Skew
B888/8
Modular Micro Skew (B888/8)
The Micro 1/4” (6mm) Skew is ideal for woodturners who specialise in miniature pieces.
This tool is superb for miniature spindle work.
Feel confident working the intricacies required for scale models with this delicate instrument.
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Compatible with the Robert Sorby Modular Micro Aluminium Handle (B888).
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.
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Robert Sorby Diamond Parting Tool
B831052
Diamond Parting Tool (831)
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, thereby lessening the chance of burning the bottom of the parted off project.
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Robert Sorby Slim Fluted Parting Tool
B832023
Slim Fluted Parting Tool (832H)
This parting tool has a flute running along the bottom edge, creating two sharp spurs at the cutting face.
The server are fibres to produce a burnished finish.
The tapered profile also reduces the risk of binding in the cut.
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Robert Sorby Unhandled Fluted Parting Tool
B832020
Fluted Parting Tool Unhandled (B832020)
Size: 1/16" - 2mm
This parting tool has a flute running along the bottom edge, creating two sharp spurs at the cutting face.
The server are fibres to produce a burnished finish.
The tapered profile also reduces the risk of binding in the cut.
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