carbide

In some quarters it is deemed that you are not a "Real or Proper" turner if you use the carbide set of chisels, whilst others would argue they are indeed a worthy choice and can give results that any turner would be proud of. I use them for 3 reasons. 1. They are easier to use 2. The learning...

There are some good deals on inserts and screws out there at the moment if you want to make your own tools. Moligh doll 5Pcs Turning Carbide Cutter Inserts Combination Set for Wood Turning Working Lathe Tool with Screw : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

I have only used carbide tools for pen turning, but recently swapped an old mortiser for a box of rarely used lathe tools. What sharpening system do you use/recommend? I asked a neighbour who is doing a woodworking course at the local Tech what they used and he told me that the tutor only...

Since discovering that cross cut blanks showed the wood in a different way I have been cutting nearly all my blanks this way or at 45 degrees, problem doing this is that I now seem to be spending more time sharpening my gouge than actually turning lol, some woods like Oak seem to dull the edge...

As I have stated before the lathe I use for my pen turning is an adapted metal working lathe. One of the issues I have is it does not have a conventional tool rest when using gouges. I had a good look at it and have decided to machine a proper tool holder to accommodate the use of a gouge. I...

I am brand new to this I made a bullet pen that turned out OK. This fired me up to have another go. Up to now I have spent a few bob on gouges kits tooling etc so I thought it was time to make some pens and see the results of my out lay. I cut and drilled several blanks. Getting them square and...

Hi everyone, I need to buy some new pen making chisels and was considering a carbide set. Can anyone recommend to me a good set of pen making chisels or carbide equivalents. Thank you Derek

As title says just wondering if anyone uses carbide tipped chisels to turn their pens, I am considering some till I can afford some decent hss chisels and sharpening system. Am aware I may get two differing opinions but would appreciate advice from anyone using carbide. Thanks in advance.

Turned this one yesterday, my first turned with proper woodturning chisels - I've been using those carbide tipped thingies up until now. Bought a Sorby Pro Edge and now I can properly sharpen chisels, so the carbide tools are consigned to the drawer. Anyway, here's the first pen turned, an...

I bought some 15mm carbide radius cutters from Arizona Carbide a while back, and finally got around to making a handle. I used a 12" length of mild 1/2" square steel. I marked it, drilled it, and tapped it with an 8-32 tap. For the notch, I cut a slot with a hacksaw a little deeper than the...

Hi, Guys, We all know that this forum is full of blokes who are generous enough to pass on their knowledge, and even some who pass on more material things...and I've just received a package from one of the latter! Many thanks, Buckeye, for the three tiny grub screws and the carbide tip - your...

Here are the chisels from Woodcrafts and Carbide Chisels Supplies. They look the business.

Hi, Guys, Anyone have a recommendation re buying a lathe chisel plus carbide tips suitable for pen-making? I've had a punt around on the Internet and there are plenty for sale - but only if I remortgage the house! Bloody ridiculous prices!!! I have been a long-time user of the one Woody made...

I would like to say at the outset i am not here to wind people up. I know most of you are diehard wood turners. I use a small round carbide tip on a home made handle (oak) and 5/16 round SS rod. The carbide tip has zero rake and i use it to basically knock off the edges of the blank. As it...

I ordered one of these yesterday. Proops centre finder for round bar lathes milling drilling 3 8 or 8mm spindle. M0286 I didn't think I needed one as I've used other methods before but I've had trouble recently finding the centre on some tapered bar. Hopefully it will work ok as I've made...

Has anyone got an address of any UK companies that supply replacement square carbide tips please:thumbs:

hello all, hi i am jon and i am a complete novice to turning,i have been woodworking for a bout a year now and have setup a nice little shed with most common tools(table saw,bandsaw,planer/thicknesser...etc...etc) and have really been enjoying the hobby,so i decided it was time to buy a...