Spindle Gouge Fingernail Grind. Sorby fingernail spindle gouge 3/8. The fingernail shape of this gouge increases flexibility allowing the turner to perform 'pull cuts' without catching the lathe bed. As a follow up to my video on using the lady fingernail grind spindle gouge this video shows how i obtain that shape and sharpen it.
Ideal for fine detailing on spindle work.
Roughing gouges are wide fluted gouges used to initially round a wooden spindle, and to roughly shape it. Pull and push cuts, delicate shearing. It is one of the easiest tools to sharpen. A spindle gouge has a more open flat flute and is best used for details and spindle turnings. This 1/2 spindle gouge features a medium grind, with wing tips that have been ground back so the tool does not catch on the work piece. Cheap tool holder, buy quality tools directly from china suppliers:wood turning chisels spindle fingernail bowl gouge tools outboard turning attachment for wood lathe with cast iron stand enjoy free shipping worldwide! I use the finger nail ground bowl gouges for all of my roughting out, smaller pieces smaller gouge, larger pieces larger gouge. Not only do we offer spindle turning tools, we also have a full range of related items for woodturners at exceptional prices.
