About this product
While traditional bowl gouges feature a radiused cutting-edge profile, the Irish Grind, popularized by renowned turner Liam O’Neill of Scotland, offers several advantages for advanced and production woodturners.
Key Features:
- Extended Cutting Edge: Provides faster stock removal and exceptional shear scraping versatility.
- Steeper Bevel Angle: Enhances aggressiveness for rapid material removal, ideal for large projects like bowl shaping.
- Efficient Stock Removal: Perfect for turners seeking quicker, heavier cuts with clean results.
- Preferred by Experts: Many top woodturners adopt variations of the Irish Grind for its balance of precision and power.
- M42 "Super Steel": Offers unmatched edge retention and durability, ensuring long-lasting performance.
- Razor Sharpness: Can be honed to a razor-sharp edge for smooth, precise cuts.
- Parabolic Flute Profile: Makes sharpening easier while optimizing chip clearing for uninterrupted work.
- Premium Handle: Supplied with a hand-polished, stained beech handle for comfort and durability.
- Ready to Use: Pre-sharpened and ready for action straight out of the box.
Dimensions:
- 3/8" Gouge: 3/8" flute with 1/2" bar
- 1/2" Gouge: 1/2" flute with 5/8" bar
Description supplied by Craft Supplies USA through its current Shopify listing. Product, performance, and health claims are the seller’s and have not been independently verified by StorkScout.
