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The SC1 and SC2 are the first mini-chucks on the market to offer woodturners a premium-quality solution for those who regularly turn small, intricate items - bringing the world-renowned quality of the SC3 and SC4 to the mini-chuck market. The SC1 works in conjunction with a separately available insert, which means it can be used across a wide variety of lathes with different thread sizes, with a simple change of insert. It also makes a perfect partner to the SC4 chuck, as the inserts are a universal fit between both chucks. It also has a very compact 53.5 mm (2”) diameter body - giving easier access around the workpiece making it ideal for the turning of very small items. Insert must be bought separately. -
The SC1 and SC2 are the first mini-chucks on the market to offer woodturners a premium-quality solution for those who regularly turn small, intricate items - bringing the world-renowned quality of the SC3 and SC4 to the mini-chuck market. The SC2 is a direct-thread chuck and features a larger diameter body than the SC1, at 63.5 mm (2 1/2”), giving larger holding capacities than the SC1. -
Record SC3 Chuck Package is lighter and more compact than the SC4, making it ideal for use on any lathe, particularly small to medium sized machines and is still compatible with the full jaw range. The compact design reduces load on the lathe spindles and bearings and gives good access to smaller work pieces. The large jaw slides offer unrivalled strength and holding power that cannot be found in other chucks of this size.Supplied complete with the deep wood screw, 50 mm standard jaws and 2” faceplate this package offers unrivalled value. -
Record SC4 Professional Geared Scroll Chuck Package with no insert is perfect for the demanding woodturner, being capable of holding large work pieces yet possessing the precision and compactness to handle more delicate work. This model features an enclosed back with full indexing plate and has pinions driven by a long ball ended hex key to make access easy, even when large work pieces are mounted. This chuck is an insert model which means it is easily future proofed against upgrades and can be used on multiple lathes, even if they have different spindle threads (additional optional inserts required).Supplied complete with the deep wood screw, 50 mm standard jaws, 2” faceplate this package offers professional performance at an exceptionally affordable price.Please order SC4 chuck insert to suit your lathe -
Record SC4 Professional Geared Scroll Chuck Package with no insert is perfect for the demanding woodturner, being capable of holding large work pieces yet possessing the precision and compactness to handle more delicate work. This model features an enclosed back with full indexing plate and has pinions driven by a long ball ended hex key to make access easy, even when large work pieces are mounted. This chuck is dedicated thread, M33 x 3.5.Supplied complete with the deep wood screw, 50 mm standard jaws, 2” faceplate this package offers professional performance at an exceptionally affordable price. -
Manufactured in the UK, the filter is made of EU4 grade, non-woven, thermally bonded polyester fibres. It has a 'G4 arrestance rating of 90%', the filters are very easy to replace. As a general rule-of thumb filters should be regularly checked and replaced every 6-12 months. -
Largely inspired by Norwegian turner Petter Herud a series of Revolving (or Live) Stebcentres has been introduced. Not only do these offer the same degree of security as the conventional Stebcentre, but they have allowed the turner to experiment with basic off-centre turning. Visit www.robert-sorby.co.uk to download instructions on how to produce multi-sided dishes and bowls. -
The slim blade allows for a very fine parted section to be achieved. This is especially useful when grain match after parting is required. e.g. parting a lid from its box. The blade is 1¼" deep giving strength to such a thin section which eliminates flex and vibration. -
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The handles are made of aluminium and alloy in combination to give the best of strength, balance and vibration dampening qualities. Each handle comes with a durable Softex grip for extra comfort. Additional knurling provides a further non-slip surface. Both handles will take turning chisels with a 5/8" diameter shaft. -
The handles are made of aluminium and alloy in combination to give the best of strength, balance and vibration dampening qualities. Each handle comes with a durable Softex grip for extra comfort. Additional knurling provides a further non-slip surface. Both handles will take turning chisels with a 5/8" diameter shaft.
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The Hardwood Scraper is different in that it has a negative rake on the bevel. It is designed to reduce or eliminate tear-out of the fibres of wood leaving a highly polished surface on all types of wood. This feature is particularly highly sought after by those working in the typically hard woods like African Blackwood. Musical instrument makers find the Hardwood Scraper a particularly useful addition to their collection of lathe tools. It is equally effective on spindle and faceplate work. -
820h Round nose scraper 1/2inch ; 830h Parting tool 1/8 inch ; 840h Spindle gouge 3/8 inch ; 842h Bowl gouge 3/8 inch ; 843h Roughing gouge 3/4 inch ; 810h Standard Skew Chisel 3/4 inch -
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For anyone turning salt and pepper mills using a CrushGrind mechanism, this is an essential tool in obtaining the correct depth and size of recesses needed to enable the mechanism to work correctly. The step or shoulder of the tool gives an accurate position of the recess required for the base section of the mill. The small V notch on the right hand side allows the other groove to be produced in the top section when it is lined up with the outer face. The CrushGrind tool will give accurate and effortless results time and again. -
Its small scale makes it ideal for smaller hollow forms.-
- ½" Flat surface allows for aggressive hollowing
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- Swivel clamp allows under cutting
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- One curved tip (RS111C) for flowing shapes
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- A second pointed tip (RS112C) for square shapes
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- Teardrop scraper cutter acts as a round, half round and square scraper all in one
- Full instructions included
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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. Perfect for the smaller piece. Related Products: This cutter is designed for use with the following tools:-
- Midi Multi-tip Hollowing Tool (RS100KT and RS100)
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The Multi Tip Hollowing Tool (RS200KT) is our recommendation for those who wish to take their first steps in hollowing and those working on projects of 6 inch and under. It is one of the most versatile tools around. -
Delicately balanced tools that are the planes of the spindle turners tool kit. 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. They will smooth cylinders, clean the end grain of spindles, cut shallow curves, beads, pummels and v-cuts, e.g. stair balustrading and chair legs. These tools are indispensable if a fine finish is required from the tool. -
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Robert Sorby Patriot Chuck 11/2" x 6 dual direct thread has a unique threading system so it will fit both right hand and left hand threads. Like all Robert Sorby tools the Patriot is proudly manufactured in Britain. Fitted with smooth action 2" (50mm) jaws which have internal and external dovetail and gripper teeth to ensure work is held more securely. It also supplied with a screw chuck.Would suit, Harrison Graduate, Wadkin BL150, Poolewood PW28-40, Poolewood Euro 2000, Woodfast M series, Apollo Professional -
The Sandmaster is an essential part of every turner's tool kit. It comes with 5 different grits of abrasive to take even the roughest projects to a glass-like finish every time. It avoids an uneven finish often associated with hand sanding and there is no danger of catching hands on the revolving project. There is little or no surface damage/head build-up, as there is with power sanding and there is no cable to trip over. Head articulates to access even the most difficult areas. Sponge head is ideal for working in tight spaces. Sandmaster creates a fraction of the dust generated by power sanding. It can be adapted to take a polishing mop. -
Related Products: This cutter is designed for use with the following tools: Midi Multi-tip Hollowing System (RS100KT, RS100) RS2000 Deep Hollowing System 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 traditional scraping and shear scraping techniques. 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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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. NOTE: a threaded coupler is required. -
Sovereign Threaded Coupler, this handy accessory allows the turner to easily customise handle length. Use to join handles together. -
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, the TurnMaster has been a huge success with both novices and experienced turners. Its unprecedented collection of parts and cutters making it the most versatile and value added single tool concept on the market today. Designed specifically to fit the Sovereign System. -
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This 18" tool can produce either massive profiling cuts or delicate finishing cuts as necessary, -
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. -
A must in the tool kit of every bowl turner. These tools are ideal for making bowls. They can produce either massive profiling cuts or delicate finishing cuts as necessary.
