Description
Turning pens, finials, and small intricate projects requires downsized tools that offer precise control. This 3-piece HSS pen making set provides the essential profiles needed for miniature work, forged from high-speed steel to retain a sharp edge longer. These compact tools maneuver easily around mandrels and small workpieces, allowing for smooth, continuous cuts on both acrylic and wood blanks.
Features
- High-Speed Steel Blades – maintain a sharp edge longer than carbon steel during high-RPM mini turning.
- Compact Tool Profiles – maneuver easily around mandrels and small workpieces for detailed shaping.
Specifications
- Material: High-Speed Steel (HSS)
- Piece Count: 3
- Storage: Wooden Case
- Supplier Part Number: HL50001
- KMS Product Code: SLI-HL50001
Common Shop Applications
- Turning custom wooden and acrylic pens.
- Shaping delicate finials for ornaments and boxes.
Includes
- Gouge – For initial shaping and coves.
- Skew Chisel – For smooth finish cuts and V-grooves.
- Parting Tool – For sizing and separating the project.
Recommended Shop Add-Ons
- Most pen makers also grab: Pen Mandrel – Essential for mounting pen blanks securely to the lathe headstock.
- You’ll also need: Micro Mesh Sanding Set – The industry standard for getting a high-gloss finish on acrylic pen blanks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these tools full-sized or mini? A: These are mini-tools, specifically designed for small-scale projects where standard-sized chisels would be too large and unwieldy.
Q: Do they come pre-sharpened? A: They come with a factory edge, but most pen makers give them a quick hone on a diamond stone for a razor-sharp finish before use.
