Robert Sorby Slim Parting Tool
B830S08
Slim Parting Tool (830SH)
The slim blade allows for a very fine parted section to be achieved.
This is especially useful when grain math after parting is required e.g. parting a lid for its box.
The blade is 1 1/4" deep giving strength to such a thin section which eliminates flex and vibration.
For a solid interface with the handle, the blade is seated and riveted a full 4" into...
Robert Sorby Beading & Parting Tool 3/8" 10mm
B833103
Beading & Parting Tool (833)
Size: 10mm (3/8")
A versatile tool used for parting off as well as producing beads. Its size makes it very stable, but also very sensitive in use.
Ideal for creating the spigots to fit in a chuck.
Can be used with a sizing tool (ref 970).
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Robert Sorby Micro Parting Tool 1/16"
865
Micro Parting Tool (865)
Used to part the finished project off from the waste material, the parallel sides make for a rigid tool that handles well.
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Robert Sorby Fluted Parting Tool 1/16"
87002
Fluted Parting Tool (B87002W)
This parting tool has a flute running along the bottom edge, creating two 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.
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Robert Sorby Modular Micro Parting Tool 1/16"
B888/3
Modular Micro Parting Tool (B888/3)
A smaller version of the full size diamond parting tool, 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.
Possesses a fine 2mm cutting edge.
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Compatible with the...
Robert Sorby Easybeader
814H
Easybeader (814H)
The Easybeader is designed to quickly and efficiently cut a series of evenly spaced beads.
Conceived by a production turner who needed to produce bee-hive designs, the Easybeader is simple to use and easy to sharpen.
Comes complete with a full set of instructions.
Ideal to create honey dippers.
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Robert Sorby Bedan Parting Tool
B834103
Bedan Parting Tool (834)
Used in the same way as the beading and parting tool, the relieved side bevel allows the tool to plunge cut in bowls and boxes with little risk of binding.
Can be used with the Sizing Tool (ref 970).
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Robert Sorby Micro Bedan Tool 1/4"
871
Micro Bedan Tool (871)
Used in the same way as a beading and parting tool, the relieved side bevel allows the tool to plunge cut in bowls and boxes with little risk of binding.
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Robert Sorby Modular Micro Beading & Parting Tool
B888/5
Modular Micro Beading & Parting Tool (B888/5)
A smaller version of the full size beading and parting tool.
This versatile addition to the modular range is equally effective parting-off work as it is when producing perfectly formed beads.
Possesses a fine 4mm cutting edge.
Compatible with the Robert Sorby Modular Micro Aluminium Handle (B888).
Robert Sorby Micro Negative Rake Scraper
B860
Micro Negative Rake Scraper (860)
Like its much larger 3/4” stablemate this tool was originally designed to tackle hardwoods used in making true-to-life dolls’ house furniture.
Leaves a beautiful polished surface on all types of wood, this scraper is just as effective when turning micro bowl work as it is when turning wooden sections of musical instruments such as bagpipe drones.
The...
Robert Sorby Micro Spindle Gouge 1/8"
B862
Micro Spindle Gouge (862)
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 Micro Round Nose Scraper 1/4"
B863
Micro Round Nose Scraper (863)
Used on bowls and platters to create smooth flowing curves.
The unhandled version of the tool allows the turner to add their own handle.
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Robert Sorby Micro Skew Chisel 1/4"
B864
Micro Skew Chisel (864)
Skew chisels are superb for spindle work.
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Robert Sorby Five Piece Micro Spindle Turning Set
A45HS
These tools are available as a spindle turner's set. Ideal for those making dolls' house furniture.
Robert Sorby Multi-Scraper
B86800W
Multi-Scraper (868H10)
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 Mirco Skew Chisel 1/2"
869
Skew Chisel (869)
Rectangular in section, giving this type of skew more weight.
This makes them superb for large spindle work.
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Robert Sorby Five Piece Micro Turning Heavy Duty Tool Set
A46HS
Five Piece Micro Turning Heavy Duty Tool Set (A46HS5T)
Spindle turning set.
This intermediate set is for those projects a little larger in size.
They feature slightly heavier blade sections.
Ideal for small boxes and vessels up to 4".
Robert Sorby Curved Scraper 3/8"
B87210W
Curved Scraper (872)
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 Five Piece Micro Hollowing Tool Set
A47HS
Five Piece Micro Hollowing Tool Set (47HS)
A combination set offering miniature hollowing tools and fine round skew chisels for spindle and detailing work.
Set includes:
Bedan
Curved Scraper
Hollowing Tool
1/8" Round Skew
1/4" Round Skew
Robert Sorby Micro Spindlemaster 1/2"
879
Micro Spindlemaster (879)
The Micro Spindlemaster is an important addition to the spindle turners toolkit.
Can be used to plane, bead, cove and trim end grain.
Easy to use and sharpen.
The polished back bevel helps to produce a high quality finish.
Exceptional results on softer, traditionally more difficult woods like pine.
The unhandled version of the tool allows the turner to add...
Robert Sorby Midi Parting Tool 1/8"
B885031
Midi Parting Tool (885H)
Designed to part off work but great as detailing tool, the 885H Parting 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 those with a midi or mini lathe or who work in restricted areas.
Overall length is 14".
Robert Sorby Modular Micro Spindlemaster
B888/2
Modular Micro Spindlemaster Unhandled (B888/2)
A miniature version of its versatile big brother the the modular micro Spindlemaster can be used to plane, bead, cove and trim end grain.
It's easy to use and easy to sharpen, and like the larger version, the polished back bevel helps to produce a high quality finish.
The unhandled tool allows the turner to add their own handle.
Delivers...
Robert Sorby Modular Micro 1/2" Gouge
B888/4
Modular Micro Gouge (B888/4)
Micro 1/2" Gouge from the micro tool range.
Ideal for woodturners who specialise in miniature pieces.
Compatible with the Robert Sorby Modular Micro Aluminium Handle (B888).
Robert Sorby Multi-Tip Hollowing Tool
RS200KT
Multi-Tip Hollowing Tool (RS200KT)
A most versatile hollowing tool.
Ideal for end and side grain. Will under-cut rims.
Includes a 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.
Robert Sorby Midi Multi Tip Hollowing Tool
RS100KT
Midi Multi Tip Hollowing Tool (RS100KT)
All the benefits and attributes of the full size Multi-tipped Hollowing tool (RS200KT) but 2/3 the size, giving access through a much smaller aperture when turning fine hollow forms.
Comes with three cutters (RS222, RS111C & RS112C).
Robert Sorby Hollowmaster
RS230KT
Hollowmaster (RS230KT)
If even more access under the rim is required then the swan-necked Hollowmaster is an ideal complement to the Multi Tipped Hollowing Tool.
It has a flat working surface for stability, a hollowing cutter in an adjustable washer and also has an internal scraper cutter.
Cutters are sharpened with a diamond hone.
Full size Hollowmaster is 22" long and midi-size is...
Robert Sorby Midi Hollowmaster
RS130KT
Midi Hollowmaster (RS130KT)
Designed for generating square sections such as shoulders or tenons where a turned part is to be assembled into a hole - a chair leg is good example.
This cutter is also useful on the outside of a round form, as well as long straight sections on spindle work.
Excellent results can be achieved in shear scraping mode with cutter especially effective shear scraping...
Robert Sorby Multi-Tip Hollowing Tool with 3 Tips
SOV-RS200
Multi-Tip Hollowing Tool with 3 Tips (SOV-RS200)
The Multi Tip Hollowing Tool comes complete with three cutters - two for hollowing and a third for scraping.
To be used with the Sovereign Handles SOV-16S, SOV-22S or SOV-12S.
The half round shank which enables a full 3/4" to be in contact with the tool rest giving the turner complete control when hollowing.
Of the two hollowing tips...
Robert Sorby Midi Multi Tip Hollowing Tool with 3 Tips
SOV-RS100
Midi Multi Tip Hollowing Tool with 3 Tips (SOV-RS100)
The Multi Tip Hollowing Tool has a half round shank which enables a full 3/4" to be in contact with the tool rest giving the turner complete control when hollowing.
Of the two hollowing tips one is rounded for a flowing shape whilst the other is more pointed and as such is ideal for a crisp corner in a box.
They are fitted to a swivelling...
Robert Sorby Hollowmaster + 2 Tips
SOV-RS230
Hollowmaster + 2 Tips (SOV-RS230)
The Hollowmaster is designed to enable the hollowing of vases.
Its swan neck shape allows the cutter to access under rims.
Like the Multi Tip Hollowing Tool it has a half round shank which when the flat surface is placed on the tool rest gives extra control.
It comes complete with two cutters - one for hollowing and a second for finishing.
Robert Sorby Midi Hollowmaster +2 Tips
SOV-RS130
Midi Hollowmaster +2 Tips (SOV-RS130)
The Hollowmaster is designed to enable the hollowing of vases.
Its swan neck shape allows the cutter to access under rims.
Like the Multi Tip Hollowing Tool it has a half round shank which when the flat surface is placed on the tool rest gives extra control.
It comes complete with two cutters - one for hollowing and a second for finishing.
Robert Sorby Extra Large Multi -Tip Hollowing Tool with 3 Tips
SOV-RS300
Extra Large Multi -Tip Hollowing Tool with 3 Tips (SOV-RS300)
The Multi Tip Hollowing Tool has been in existence for a number of years.
It comes complete with three cutters - two for hollowing and a third for scraping.
One of the beauties of this tool is that it has a half round shank which enables a full 3/4' to be in contact with the tool rest giving the turner complete control when...
Robert Sorby High Speed Steel Scraper Blade
RS222
High Speed Steel Scraper Blade (RS222)
The Robert Sorby small tear drop cutter provides a multi-facetted, highly efficient cutting edge.
The shape of the cutter effectively converts the tool into a round, half-round or square scraper suitable for use on the inside or outside of small bowls, platters and hollow forms.
Use the straight edge on outside curves and the rounded shapes for internal...
Robert Sorby Medium Tear Drop Cutter
RS200C
Medium Tear Drop Cutter (RS200C)
The Robert Sorby medium tear drop cutter, like its big brother (Large Teardrop RS213C) provides a multi-facetted, highly efficient cutting edge.
The shape of the cutter effectively converts the tool into a round, half-round or square scraper suitable for use on the inside or outside of bowls, platters and hollow forms.
Use the straight edge on outside curves...
Robert Sorby Round End Swivel Tip
RS211C
Round End Swivel Tip (RS211C)
The Robert Sorby Round End Swivel Tip is an excellent choice for removing waste material very quickly especially undercutting.
A true work horse designed for the multi-tip hollowing tool but suitable for a range of Robert Sorby tools (see below).
This cutter is also available in Robert Sorby's Excelsior (titanium nitride coated high speed steel) series.
Sharpening:
Use...
Robert Sorby Side/End Cut Swivel Tip
RS212C
Side/End Cut Swivel Tip (RS212C)
The Robert Sorby Side End Swivel Tip is designed to create parallel sides on boxes and vases.
This flexible cutter will also create flat surfaces on the bottom of pieces as well as crisp corners.
This cutter is also available in Robert Sorby's Excelsior (titanium nitride coated high speed steel) series.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing...
Robert Sorby Midi Round Cutter
RS130C
Midi Round Cutter (RS130C)
The Robert Sorby Midi Round Cutter is the perfect circular cutter for all general purpose turning.
An incredible all rounder this cutter provides the opportunity to rotate a couple of times to provide a clean sharp edge before it requires sharpening.
The perfect accompaniment for the Midi Hollowmaster the tool it was designed for and for delivering those scraping...
Robert Sorby Round Scraper Tip
RS230C
Round Scraper Tip (RS230C)
The Robert Sorby Full Round Cutter is the perfect circular cutter for all general and large purpose hollow form turning.
An incredible all-rounder this cutter, like all full round cutters, provides the opportunity to rotate a couple of times to provide a clean sharp edge before it requires sharpening.
The perfect accompaniment for the Hollowmaster the tool it was...
Robert Sorby Excelsior Round Scraper Tip
RS230GC
Excelsior Round Scraper Tip (RS230GC)
The Robert Sorby Full Round Cutter is the perfect circular cutter for all general and large purpose hollow form turning.
An incredible all rounder this cutter, like all full round cutters, provides the opportunity to rotate a couple of times to provide a clean sharp edge before it requires sharpening.
The perfect accompaniment for the Hollowmaster the...
Chattertool
TRS216KT
This is created by the Chattertool (RS215KT) which is both a shear scraper and a decorating tool. When fitted with either of the double ended spring steel cutters it will produce a myriad of patterns on end grain only. Supplied with two chatter cutters (RS220 and 221) and scraper (RS222). User instructions included. The Chatter Tool is featured in the Decorative Techniques DVD. An endless variety of...
Robert Sorby Shallow Hollowing 14" Tool
B850001
Shallow Hollowing 14" Tool (850H)
End grain hollowing tools designed for hollowing small and miniature work, using branchwood or end grain timber.
The smallest (850H) is designed to work through the narrowest of apertures, down to as small as 3/8" (10mm).
Robert Sorby Medium Hollowing Tool
B851001
Medium Hollowing Tool (851H)
The individual shape of this tool makes them suitable for blind turning or under cutting where reach is restricted.
This tool has a more exaggerated swan neck and thicker shaft that the 850H.
The cutting edge of this tool is machined from high speed steel section and is designed to work through the narrowest of apertures.
These tools are used with the round...
Robert Sorby Swan Neck Hollowing Tool 20"
B855003
Swan Neck Hollowing Tool (855H)
The Swan Neck Hollowing Tool is a very versatile, general purpose hollower.
Ideal for under-cutting.
Fitted with a replaceable High Speed Steel tool tip (851C).
Min aperture: 1/2"
Max depth: 6"
Robert Sorby Swan Neck Hollowing Tool 24"
B859004
Swan Neck Hollowing Tool 24" (859H)
The individual shape of these tools makes them suitable for blind turning or under cutting here reach is restricted.
The 14" version (851H) is designed for end grain use on shallower depth projects whilst the slightly larger model (855H) allows for greater reach.
This 24" version (859H) is produced from a more substantial section steel, and...
Robert Sorby Micro Straight Tool
B87606W
Micro Straight Tool (B87606W)
This narrow ornamental tool is ideal for creating apertures in miniature vases or for straight hollowing.
Available individually or in the ornamental hollowing set (A38HS3T) originally designed for crafting Christmas decorations.
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Robert Sorby Micro Cranked Tool 3/16"
B87706W
Micro Cranked Tool (B87706W)
The cranked tool is ideal for taking the undercuts required in miniature hollowing work.
Use in combination with the Hook tool to create some unbelievably small hollow forms.
Available individually or in the ornamental hollowing set (A38HS3T) originally designed for crafting Christmas decorations.
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Robert Sorby Micro Hook Tool 3/16"
B87806W
Micro Hook Tool (B87806W)
This narrow ornamental tool is ideal for creating apertures in miniature vases or for straight hollowing.
Available individually or in the ornamental hollowing set (A38HS3T) originally designed for crafting Christmas decorations.
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Robert Sorby Three Piece Micro Hollow/Ornamental Set
A38HS3T
This set of micro turning tools has been specifically designed for miniature hollowing.