TurnMaster Shank + Head Only
RSTM-SH
Providing choice and flexibility in one easy to handle tool. 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 decide what material best suits the way they work. Designed to quickly and easily complete many popular projects,...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Handled Chisel Head (No Cutter)
RSTM-HSH
TurnMaster Handled Chisel Head - No Cutter (RSTM-HSH)
Providing choice and flexibility in one easy to handle tool.
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 decide what material best suits the way they work.
Designed...
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...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Tungsten Carbide Cutters Pack of 3
RSTM-CT123
TurnMaster Tungsten Carbide Cutters Pack of 3 (RSTM-CT123)
Tungsten Carbide pack of thee cutters, square cutter, round cutter and detail point cutter.
Tungsten Carbide makes light work of tough materials and is an extremely hard wearing and long lasting material.
Although designed as a throwaway item it can be sharpened on specialist equipment such as the Robert Sorby ProEdge system with...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Tungsten Carbide Round Cutter
RSTM-CT1
TurnMaster Carbide Round Cutter (RSTM-CT1)
Tungsten Carbide makes light work of tough materials and is an extremely hard wearing and long lasting material.
Although designed as a throwaway item it can be sharpened on specialist equipment such as the Robert Sorby ProEdge system with a Diamond Belt.
Sharpens to 0.7 microns.
Hardness is 90RC.
Material is micro grade tungsten carbide.
Better...
Robert Sorby HSS TurnMaster Pack of Three Cutters
RSTM-TIP123
HSS TurnMaster Pack of Three Cutters (RSTM-TIP123)
High speed steel pack of three cutters, round cutter, square cutter and detail point cutter.
This super fine grain structure will provide a razor sharp edge.
The result is a superior finish to your turning projects and less need for sanding.
Can easily be sharpened on traditional sharpening machines such as the Robert Sorby ProEdge or bench...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster HSS Square Cutter
RSTM-TIP3
TurnMaster HSS Square Cutter (RSTM-TIP3)
This super fine grain structure will provide a razor sharp edge.
The result is a superior finish to your turning projects and less need for sanding.
Can easily be sharpened on traditional sharpening machines such as the Robert Sorby ProEdge or bench grinders.
Sharpens to 0.2 - 0.4 microns.
Hardness 62RC.
Material M2 HSS.
Better used for external...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster HSS Pack of Four Cutters
RSTM-TIP4567
TurnMaster HSS Pack of Four Cutters (RSTM-TIP4567)
The pack contains:
French Curve, perfect for shear scraping inside forms such as egg cups and goblets.
Teardrop, a popular cutter choice ideal for a range of finishing sweeping cuts inside or outside forms.
Mushroom cutter, great for undercutting.
Dovetail or box scraper, an model choice for creating parallel side walls and 90 degrees...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Excelsior Round Cutter
RSTM-GT1
TurnMaster Excelsior Round Cutter (RSTM-GT1)
Titanium Nitride bonded onto quality High Speed Steel, provides the same advantages as HSS whilst enhancing the cutting life of the tool tip.
Use the same traditional sharpening equipment used for HSS.
Sharpens to 0.12-0.2 microns.
Harness of coating up to 85RC.
Material is Titanium Nitride on M2 HSS.
Better used for internal waste removal,...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Excelsior Detail Point Cutter
RSTM-GT2
TurnMaster Excelsior Detail Point Cutter (RSTM-GT2)
Titanium Nitride bonded onto quality High Speed Steel, provides the same advantages as HSS whilst enhancing the cutting life of the tool tip.
Use the same traditional sharpening equipment used for HSS.
Sharpens to 0.12-0.2 microns.
Harness of coating up to 85RC.
Material is Titanium Nitride on M2 HSS.
Better used for line detailing...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Excelsior Square Cutter
RSTM-GT3
TurnMaster Excelsior Square Cutter (RSTM-GT3)
Titanium Nitride bonded onto quality High Speed Steel, provides the same advantages as HSS whilst enhancing the cutting life of the tool tip.
Use the same traditional sharpening equipment used for HSS.
Sharpens to 0.12-0.2 microns.
Harness of coating up to 85RC.
Material is Titanium Nitride on M2 HSS.
Better used for external waste removal,...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Excelsior French Curve Cutter
RSTM-GT4
TurnMaster Excelsior French Curve Cutter (RSTM-GT4)
Titanium Nitride bonded onto quality High Speed Steel, provides the same advantages as HSS whilst enhancing the cutting life of the tool tip.
Use the same traditional sharpening equipment used for HSS.
Sharpens to 0.12-0.2 microns.
Harness of coating up to 85RC.
Material is Titanium Nitride on M2 HSS.
Better used for internal shaping...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Excelsior Box/Dovetail Cutter
RSTM-GT5
TurnMaster Excelsior Box/Dovetail Cutter (RSTM-GT5)
Titanium Nitride bonded onto quality High Speed Steel, provides the same advantages as HSS whilst enhancing the cutting life of the tool tip.
Use the same traditional sharpening equipment used for HSS.
Sharpens to 0.12-0.2 microns.
Harness of coating up to 85RC.
Material is Titanium Nitride on M2 HSS.
Better used for parallel side...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Excelsior Teardrop Cutter
RSTM-GT6
TurnMaster Excelsior Teardrop Cutter (RSTM-GT6)
Titanium Nitride bonded onto quality High Speed Steel, provides the same advantages as HSS whilst enhancing the cutting life of the tool tip.
Use the same traditional sharpening equipment used for HSS.
Sharpens to 0.12-0.2 microns.
Harness of coating up to 85RC.
Material is Titanium Nitride on M2 HSS.
Perfect for scraping or shear scraping...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Excelsior Mushroom Cutter
RSTM-GT7
TurnMaster Excelsior Mushroom Cutter (RSTM-GT7)
Titanium Nitride bonded onto quality High Speed Steel, provides the same advantages as HSS whilst enhancing the cutting life of the tool tip.
Use the same traditional sharpening equipment used for HSS.
Sharpens to 0.12-0.2 microns.
Harness of coating up to 85RC.
Material is Titanium Nitride on M2 HSS.
Better used for undercutting small...
Robert Sorby TurnMaster Tip Sharpener
RSTM-TH
TurnMaster Tip Sharpener (RSTM-TH)
The TurnMaster Tip Holder allows the user to sharpen small cutters.
Helps avoid fingertips getting caught whilst sharpening.
The bolt secures the cutters to end of the tool.
Strong and durable design.
Robert Sorby Box Hollower
B803003
Box Hollower (803H)
The unique Box Hollower is specifically designed for hollowing projects with straight sides and flat bottoms.
It is ideal for boxes and can also be used on larger projects, like tall vases.
Its broad cutter facilitates the rapid removal of waste wood.
Because the shank is a full 3/4" flat section, there is no fear of tool rotating inside.
Robert Sorby Mushroom Tool
804H
Mushroom Tool (804H)
The Mushroom Tool uses the standard shaft and handle with the cutter particularly suitable for undercutting the cap of a mushroom, but may be adapted for undercutting.
Robert Sorby Captive Ring Tool
B805052
Captive Ring Tool (805H)
The unique Captive Ring Tool from Robert Sorby has a user friendly flat shaft with a specially 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 keeping the tool flat on the rest.
The...
Robert Sorby Captive Ring Tool Set Includes Four Cutters
A805HS
Captive Ring Tool Set Includes Four Cutters (A805HS)
Bangles, curtain rings and wheels as well as captive rings on goblets and puzzles are amongst the projects which can be created this Captive Ring Tool Set.
There is no longer a need to have an array of tools to cut different sizes of ring.
The Robert Sorby Captive Ring set includes four different cutters to enable the turner to cut rings...
Ball End Cutter
804C01
The Robert Sorby Ball End Cutter 804C01 is designed for the smooth shaping on the inside of bowls, vases and hollow forms. It delivers the same smooth surfaces and is designed for the same purposes as the RS233C Ball End cutter but supports a different tool range. The two are not interchangeable. This cutter is one of 14 that support a range of tools and offer incredible flexibility to the turner....
Robert Sorby Spade End Cutter
804C02
Spade End Cutter (B804C02)
The Robert Sorby Spade End Cutter offers a broader cutting edge than the Ball End Cutter for additional smoothing.
Used for smooth shaping on the inside of bowls, vases and hollow forms.
This cutter is one of 14 that support a range of tools and offer incredible flexibility to the turner.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across...
Robert Sorby Pointed End Cutter
804C03
Pointed End Cutter (B804C03)
The Robert Sorby Pointed End Cutter is perfect for roughing down, particularly on spindle work.
Use the angled sides for roughing out while the point provides the additional feature of allowing fine detail to be achieved.
This cutter is one of 14 that support a range of tools and offer incredible flexibility to the turner.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond...
Robert Sorby Skew Cutter
804C04
Skew Cutter (B804C04)
The Robert Sorby Skew Cutter is excellent for getting into those tight corners when a clean square edge is required. This cutter is one of 14 that support a range of tools and offer incredible flexibility to the turner.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face. To gain best results and increase the longevity of the cutter this simple...
Robert Sorby Rim Cutter
804C05
Rim Cutter (B804C05)
As its name suggests, the Robert Sorby Rim Cutter is the ideal tool to deliver a fine rim on small bowls and boxes.
This cutter is one of 14 specialised tips that support a range of tools and offer incredible flexibility to the turner.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face.
To gain best results and increase the longevity...
Robert Sorby Mini Round Nose Cutter
804C06
Mini Round Nose Cutter (B804C06)
The Robert Sorby Mini Round Nose Cutter is the ideal tool to produce fine detail coves on small projects.
This cutter is one of 14 specialised tips that support a range of tools and offer incredible flexibility to the turner.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face.
To gain best results and increase the longevity...
Robert Sorby Side & Face End Cutter
804C07
Side & Face End Cutter (B804C07)
The Robert Sorby Side and Face End Cutter is an ideal tool for cleaning up the face of a rim or inside a box.
Its unusual dog leg shape provides easy access for those awkward internal finishing cuts.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face.
To gain best results and increase the longevity of the cutter this simple...
Robert Sorby Side/End Box Cutter
804C08
Side/End Box Cutter (B804C08)
Designed to create parallel sides on boxes and vases the Robert Sorby Box Cutter is equally adept at creating flat bottomed surfaces and delivering those perfectly crisp corners on small projects.
The Box Cutter is one of 14 specialised tips that support a range of tools and offer incredible flexibility to the turner.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file...
Robert Sorby Mushroom Cutter
804C09
Mushroom Cutter (B804C09)
The Robert Sorby Mushroom Cutter is excellent for producing an undercut under the rim of a bowl or mushroom.
This immensely popular shape is also available with the TurnMaster but the two cutters are not interchangeable.
The Mushroom Cutter is one of 14 specialised tips that support a range of tools and offer incredible flexibility to the turner.
Sharpening:
Use...
Robert Sorby Half Radius Cutter
804C10
Half Radius Cutter (B804C10)
The Robert Sorby Half Radius Cutter is excellent for scraping the inside curve of any small project.
The Half Radius Cutter is one of 14 specialised tips that support a range of tools and offer incredible flexibility to the turner.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face.
To gain best results and increase the longevity...
Robert Sorby Captive Ring Cutter
805C
Captive Ring Cutter (805C)
The cutters are available in sizes: 3/16", 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2".
The Robert Sorby Captive Ring Tool has a user friendly flat shaft with a specially designed cutter seat.
The 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...
No.2 Turning Tool Handle (700/2)
HTT2
10" Ash Handle for woodturning tools, complete with ferrule and end cap.
Robert Sorby No.3 Turning Tool Handle (700/3)
HTT3
12' Ash Handle for woodturning tools, complete with ferrule and end cap.
Robert Sorby Aluminium Handle
B888
Aluminium Handle (B888)
The micro tool system is ideal for woodturners who specialise in miniature pieces.
This micro aluminium handle 5.1/2” (140mm) is ideal for those who work primarily on mini or midi lathes.
The handle can be fitted with various interchangeable blades (sold separately) which makes this a versatile piece of kit.
Blades to fit this handle:
Modular Micro...
Robert Sorby Sovereign Handle
SOV
Sovereign Handle (SOV)
Sovereign handles, available in three sizes:
SOV-12
12" - The newest of the Sovereign handles. At 12" this handle size delivers control at close range making it ideal for smaller projects.
SOV-16
16" - This handle is equally at home providing added comfort when stretching to the bottom of long vases or adding that stability often required...
Robert Sorby Sovereign System
SOV-S
Sovereign handles, with the addition of two collets.
Handles available in three sizes.
12" - The newest of the Sovereign handles. At 12" this handle size delivers control at close range making it ideal for smaller projects.
16" - This handle is equally at home providing added comfort when stretching to the bottom of long vases or adding that stability often required with...
Robert Sorby Sovereign 4" Handle Extension
SOV-EXT
Sovereign 4" Handle Extension (SOV-EXT)
The Sovereign Extension is a useful addition to the range of accessories.
Custom-made during the development of the new Sovereign sets.
This 4″ extension adds length to any Sovereign handle.
Use the Sovereign Threaded Coupler (SOV-TC) to join handles together.
Robert Sorby Sovereign Side Handle
SOV-SH
Sovereign Side Handle (SOV-SH)
The Sovereign Side Handle delivers that extra stability by providing a horizontal screw-in appendage.
The machined knurled pattern provides additional grip.
Robert Sorby Sovereign Threaded Coupler
SOV-TC
Sovereign Threaded Coupler (SOV-TC)
For those wanting to join two or more Sovereign handles together we offer a dedicated threaded coupler.
This item is compatible with:
Sovereign 4" Handle Extension (SOV-EXT)
Robert Sorby No.1 Turning Tool Handle (700/1)
HTT1
No.1 Turning Tool Handle (700/1)
8.3/4" Ash Handle for woodturning tools, complete with ferrule and end cap.
Robert Sorby Ball End Cutter
RS233C
Ball End Cutter (RS233C)
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...
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...
Robert Sorby Bullet Cutter
RS232C
Bullet Cutter (RS232C)
The Robert Sorby Bullet Cutter is designed for the rapid removal of waste material when using either of two popular tools the Swan Neck and Swivel Tip tools. Used in combination with the Ball End Cutter (RS233C) for developing hollow forms.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face. To gain best results and increase the longevity of the...
Robert Sorby Square/Pointed Cutter
RS220
Square/Pointed Cutter (RS220)
One of two double ended chattertool cutters that will produce a myriad of decorative patterns.
Alternative patterns can be created by adjusting cutter lengths, alternating between cutter shapes, changing lathe speeds, using traverse or stationary cuts and by making cuts on, above or below centre.
To be produced on end grain only.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond...
Robert Sorby Cove Cutter
RS238C
Cove Cutter (RS23)
The Robert Sorby Cove Cutter is one of five additional cutters available for the popular Robert Sorbyn Multi-tip Hollowing Tool.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face. To gain best results and increase the longevity of the cutter this simple procedure should be done little and often.
Related Products:
This cutter is designed...
Robert Sorby General Purpose Cutter
851C
General Purpose Cutter (851C)
The Robert Sorby General Purpose Cutter is a small cutter designed for the removal of waste material when using the smaller Swan Neck and Swivel Tip probe tools. Ideal for end grain use on shallower depth projects.
Sharpening:
Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the top face. To gain best results and increase the longevity of the cutter this simple...
Robert Sorby Cutter Set with Bead/Cove/Recess Shapes
RS237C
Cutter Set with Bead/Cove/Recess Shapes (RS237C)
This set features three cutters for Robert Sorby's popular Multi-tip Hollowing Tool.
RS236C
The RS236C is the larger of two double sided beading cutters and is designed to cut 3/8" and 5/8" beads.
Designed for use with: Multi-tip Hollowing Tool (RS200KT and RS200)
RS235C
Similarly the RS235C is the larger of two...






















































