Robert Sorby Standard Bowl Gouges (Deep Flute)
The Robert Sorby standard bowl gouges are a must in the tool kit of every bowl turner.
These tools are ideal for making bowls, capable of producing either massive profiling cuts or delicate finishing cuts as necessary.
Robert Sorby Fingernail Profile Bowl Gouges (Deep Flute)
The profile of this Robert Sorby Fingernail Profile Bowl Gouge increases the flexibility allowing a woodturner to perform "pull cuts" without catching the lathe bed. The greater cutting tip area allows for both delicate shearing cuts and for heavy profiling cuts.
Robert Sorby Spindle Roughing Gouges
Robert Sorby spindle roughing gouges are for initial turning of uneven or 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.
Robert Sorby Standard Spindle Gouges
The Robert Sorby Standard Spindle Gouges are ideal tools for detailed work between centers, such as creating coves, beads, and other profiles on spindle projects. Available in sizes ranging from 1/4" to 3/4", these gouges feature comfortable handles and are suitable for turning projects like goblets, vases, and egg cups.
Robert Sorby Fingernail Profile Spindle Gouges
Robert Sorby fingernail profile spindle gouges are ideal for fine detailing on spindle work. The wing tips are ground back to reduce the danger of catching when working in confined areas.
Robert Sorby Long & Strong Spindle Gouges
Robert Sorby long and strong spindle gouges are the same as standard but with a longer blade allowing you additional reach into the workpiece.
Robert Sorby Continental Style Spindle Gouges
The Robert Sorby Continental Style Spindle Gouges are renowned for their excellent handling in spindle work. Available in sizes ranging from 8mm to 30mm, they feature ergonomic handles for comfort and control. These gouges are ideal for delicate spindle turning tasks, offering precision and smooth results, making them a favorite among woodturners.
Robert Sorby Spindlemaster - 812H
The spindlemaster will create beads & coves as well as planing and trimming end grain.
Taming the skew is perhaps the most common of problems encountered by the woodturner. The digs-ins which ensue from incorrect presentation cause many turners to avoid using the skew chisels and consequently reduce their skills and limit their opportunities of turning between centres. The new Spindlemaster...
Robert Sorby Standard Skew Chisels
Robert Sorby standard skew chisels are rectangular in section, giving this type of of skew more weight. This makes them superb for large spindle work e.g kitchen table legs and newel posts.
Robert Sorby Oval Skew Chisels
Robert Sorby oval skew chisels have a profile that allows the tool to glide effortlessly along the tool rest.
Use to smooth cylinders, clean the end grain of spindles, cut shallow curves, beads, pummels and V-cuts, e.g stair ballustrading and chair legs.
Robert Sorby 1/16' Slim Parting Tool
This Robert Sorby 1/16" handy parting tool is designed to give the cleanest and finest of cuts with the minimum of waste wood. Its 1¼" blade width eliminates the flexing and twisting normally associated with such a thin blade.
The double bevel HSS cutting face gives the very finest of cuts. For added security the blade is seated and riveted deep into the handle.
Robert Sorby Standard Parting Tools
Robert Sorby standard parting tools are used to part the finished project off from the waste material, the parallel sides make for a rigid tool that handles well. The 1/8" (3mm) 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.
Robert Sorby Diamond Section Parting Tool
The special profile of this Robert Sorby diamond section parting tool reduces the risk of binding in the cut. It also reduces the amount of heat build up caused by friction, thereby reducing the chance of burning the bottom of the parted project.
3/16" Diamond Parting Tool - 17" with handle.
Robert Sorby Fluted Parting Tool
This Robert Sorby fluted parting tool has a milled 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. The long bevel has a milled flute which is the cutting face. The small bevel his the sharpening face. When parting off, this unique arrangement causes...
Robert Sorby Beading & Parting Tool
The Robert Sorby beading and parting tool is 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.
3/8" Beading & Parting Tool - 18¾" with handle.
Robert Sorby Bedan Parting Tool
The Robert Sorby bedan parting tool is 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.
3/8" Bedan Parting Tool - 18¾" with handle.
Robert Sorby Round Nose Scraper
The Robert Sorby Round Nose Scraper is used on bowls and spindle work to create smooth flowing curves e.g goblets, egg cups, and inside boxes.
Robert Sorby Curved Scraper
The curved end profileof thie Robert Sorby Scraper makes this excellent for creating, smoothing and blending curved surfaces in bowl and spindle work, eg round bottomed boxes. This new tool is able to take an agressive cut, whilst retaining the butterfly sensitivity for the refining cuts.
3/4" Curved Scraper - 16" with handle
Robert Sorby Box Scraper
The special cutting profile of this Robert Sorby box 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 the flat bottomed vessels. The profiles cause this to be very responsive and sensitive in use.
3/4" Box Scraper - 16" with handle
Robert Sorby Round/Side Cut Scraper
The Robert Sorby round/side cut scraper is designed for blending the parallel side wall and the curved bottom of vessels together. It is excellent for undercutting the rims of small bowls.
3/4" Round Side Cut Scraper - 16" with handle
Robert Sorby Diamond/Side Cut Scraper
The Robert Sorby diamond/side cut scraper can be used on square bottomed boxes the end profiles allows the tool to create a right angled juncture between side wall and bottom. The 85º angle at the end prevents the tool from cutting th eside wall and the bottom at the same time.
3/4" Diamond/Side Cut Scraper - 16" with handle.
Square End Scrapers
The Square End Scrapers available from Classic Hand Tools are highly versatile tools designed primarily for finishing convex and flat-bottomed forms in woodturning. These scrapers are particularly useful for achieving smooth, clean surfaces on your projects. The square end can also be modified to specific shapes, such as a diamond point, to suit different tasks.
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Robert Sorby Heavy Duty - Full Round Scraper
The Robert Sorby Heavy Duty Full Round Scraper is ideal for finishing on bowls and platters especially where a smooth curve is required.
1 1/2" (38mm) wide by 21" (525mm) overall length.
Robert Sorby Heavy Duty - Bowl Finishing Inboard Scraper
The Robert Sorby Heavy Duty Bowl Finishing Inboard Scraper is ideal for finishing bowls when working inboard.
1 1/2" (38mm) wide by 21" (525mm) overall length.
Robert Sorby Heavy Duty - Bowl Finishing Outboard Scraper
The Robert Sorby Heavy Duty Bowl Finishing Outboard Scraper is ideal for finishing when working in the outboard mode of the lathe.
1 1/2" (38mm) wide by 21" (525mm) overall length.
Robert Sorby Full Round Scraper Cutter
The Robert Sorby Full Round Scraper 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 Robert Sorby Hollowmaster the tool it was designed for...
Robert Sorby Hollowmaster
The Robert Sorby Hollowmaster is the perfect complement to the Multi Tip Hollowing Tool. It uses the same unique design of a meaty 3/4" flat shank which when laid on the tool rest gives ample support to prevent the tool from being turned over by the rotation of the wood. You are not fighting the laws of nature, but removing wood with ease.
It's swan neck design means that the Hollowmaster...
Robert Sorby Recess Bead Cove Cutter Set
This set of three cutters for Robert Sorby's Multi-tip Hollowing Tool.
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).
Similarly the RS235C is the larger of two cove cutters. This cutter is perfectly designed to cut coving on spindle work to 3/8''...
Robert Sorby Midi Hollowmaster
The Robert Sorby Midi Hollowmaster is 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 Midi Point Tip
The Robert Sorby Midi Point Tip cutter provides an excellent chouse for creating parallel sides on small boxes and vases. The flexible cutter will also creat flat surfaces on the bottom of pieces as well as crsip corners. Designed for the Midi 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...
Robert Sorby Midi Round Cutter
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 finishing cuts on smaller...
Robert Sorby Multi-Tip Hollowing Tool
The Robert Sorby Multi-Tip Hollowing tool is one of the most versatile hollowing tool.
It is ideal for end and side grain and will under-cut rims.
Also included is 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
All the benefits and attributes of the full size Robert Sorby Multi-tipped Hollowing tool (RS-200KT) but 2/3 the size, giving access through a much smaller aperture when turning fine hollow forms.
1/2" flat surface allows for aggressive hollowing and the swivel clamp allows under cutting.
This tool comes with a full set of instructions and three cutters (RS-222, RS-111C and RS-112C).
Robert Sorby Midi Round Tip
The Robert Sorby Midi Round End Swivel Tip is an excellent choice for removing waste material very quickly especially undercutting. A true work horse designed for the midi multi-tip hollowing tool but suitable for a range of Robert Sorby tools (see below)
Sharpening: Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the face. To gain best results and increase the longevity of the cutter this simple...
Robert Sorby Small Tear-drop Scraper
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 curved shapes. A great all rounder that supports...
Robert Sorby Medium Tear-drop Scraper
The Robert Sorby Medium Tear-drop Scraper, like its big brother (Large Tear-drop RS-213C) 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 and the rounded shapes for internal curved...
Robert Sorby Round End Swivel Tip
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)
Sharpening: Use a diamond file or honing stone flat across the face. To gain best results and increase the longevity of the cutter this simple procedure...
Robert Sorby Side & End Swivel Tip
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.
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.
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Robert Sorby 1/4'' & 1/2'' Bead Cutting Tip
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 and increase the longevity...
Robert Sorby 3/8' & 5/8' Bead Cutting Tip
The Robert Sorby Bead Cutter is one of a few additional cutters available for the popular Robert Sorby Multi-tip Hollowing Tool. This double sided cutter will cut beautiful beads on spindle work at 3/8" and 5/8" 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 and increase the longevity...
Robert Sorby 1/4'' & 1/2'' Cove Cutting Tip
The Robert Sorby Cove Cutting Tip 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.
This cutter is designed for use with the following tools:
Multi-tip...
Robert Sorby Recessing & Dovetailing Cutter
The Recess and Dovetail cutter (RS-234C) is the perfect tool for creating dovetails and recesses at 45 – 60º – ideal for creating a foot on a bowl.
Designed for use with: Multi-tip Hollowing Tool (RS-200KT and RS-200) and Swivel Tip Probe (RS-8803H)
High Speed Steel.
Robert Sorby Diamond Sharpening File (40 micron)
The Robert Sorby Diamond Sharpening File is the ideal handy accessory for sharpening replaceable tool tips.
It can also be used on knives, scissors, even tungsten carbide router bits.
For maximum life lubricate with water during use.
Bead Forming Tools - 835H
The Robert Sorby Bead Forming Tool has been designed for creating precise and consistent beads. Perfect for making decorative bangles, curtain rings, and adorning stems with captive rings, this tool ensures accuracy without compromising on ease of sharpening and repeatability.
Available in multiple sizes: 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2".
Includes full use...
Beading Tool Set
Robert Sorby bead forming tools to cut perfect semi-circular beads every time.
The nose design permits multiple bead designs.
This ia a boxed set of 5 RS-835H Bead Forming Tools 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16" & 3/8" .
Robert Sorby Easybeader - 814H
The Easybeader allows traditional beads to be formed whilst also offering the option of producing perfect half beads. Suitable for use with both spindle and bowl work.
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...
Robert Sorby Captive Ring Tool Set
This set of Robert Sorby Captive Ring Tools comes with tips capable of producing 3/16", ¼", 3/8", and ½" rings. These can be used on the stems or spindles of projects or may be used in their own right as items of jewellery, napkin rings, curtain ring or even wheels.
The set enables the turner to cut rings of the four above mentioned sizes with just one tool simply by switching over the tips....
Robert Sorby Chattertool - 215
Chattertool patterns add a neat, random decoration on end grain like box lids. These are created by using the Robert Sorby chattertool which comes with two different double-ended chattering tips and a handy scraper cutter. One chattertool tip (RS220) has a straight and a pointed end, the second (RS221) has a convex and a concave half-round end.
Chatter patterns are created by causing the spring...