Robert Sorby Sash Mortice Chisel
Used for light mortising work, satinwood handle. A 2 degree taper prevents binding in the cut. Ideal for clearing out waste from mortices for tenons, locks and hinges. Can be used with a mallet.
Overall Size:- 279mm
Blade Length 159mm
Robert Sorby Set of 5 Gilt Edge Chisels - Boxwood
Robert Sorby Gilt Edge chisel with boxwood carver handle.
This set of 5 comes in a cardboard presentation box and includes the following sizes: 1/4'', 3/8'', 1/2'', 3/4'' and 1''
Fitted with a tapered brass ferrule for comfort and elegance.
Robert Sorby Set of 5 Octagonal Handled Bevel Edged Chisels
Robert Sorby Set of 5 Octagonal boxwood handled Bevel Edge Chisels with brass ferule and leather washer in a cardboard presentation box.
Includes 1/4'', 3/8'', 1/2'', 3/4'' and 1'' chisels
Overall Size 265 - 340mm
Blade Length 127 - 178mm
Robert Sorby Short Tool Platform with Arm
Increases access when tools are getting old and worn.
Robert Sorby Side & End Swivel Tip
The Robert Sorby Side End Swivel Tip is designed to create parallel sides on boxes and vases. This flexible cutter will also create flat surfaces on the bottom of pieces as well as crisp corners.
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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Robert Sorby Sizing Tool
The Robert Sorby Sizing Tool is used in conjuction with a parting tool to obtain accurate and consistent diameters up to 3" on spindlework. It fits either the Robert Sorby 3/8" beading and parting tool or bedan.
The two thumb screws lock the sizing tool firmly in place.
How to use:
Set the parting tool to the desired size with a steel rule – lock tool in position by tightening...
Robert Sorby Small Tear-drop Scraper
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...
Robert Sorby Spindle Roughing Gouges
Robert Sorby spindle roughing gouges are for initial turning of uneven or square stock to round. The shape of the roughing out gouge enables the tool to cut safely with the wings (the name given to the tips of the side walls) well back from the workpiece.
Robert Sorby Spindlemaster - 812H
The spindlemaster will create beads & coves as well as planing and trimming end grain.
Taming the skew is perhaps the most common of problems encountered by the woodturner. The digs-ins which ensue from incorrect presentation cause many turners to avoid using the skew chisels and consequently reduce their skills and limit their opportunities of turning between centres. The new Spindlemaster...
Robert Sorby Spiralling System
The Robert Sorby Spiralling System is a further development of the texturing tool and is used to create both left and right handed spirals with ease. Creating barley twists, spirals and flutes has always represented a problem for the woodturner, the Spiralling System not only overcomes many of these difficulties, but also allows the turner’s imagination to run wild as he enters a new field of...
Robert Sorby Standard Bowl Gouges (Deep Flute)
The Robert Sorby standard bowl gouges are a must in the tool kit of every bowl turner.
These tools are ideal for making bowls, capable of producing either massive profiling cuts or delicate finishing cuts as necessary.
Robert Sorby Standard Gouge Jig
Allows easy sharpening of all standard ground woodworking gouges.
Robert Sorby Standard Parting Tools
Robert Sorby standard parting tools are used to part the finished project off from the waste material, the parallel sides make for a rigid tool that handles well. The 1/8" (3mm) tool reduces the amount of waste, vital if the timber is an expensive, exotic one.
It also makes for a fine detailing tool, e.g. beads and fillets.
Robert Sorby Standard Skew Chisels
Robert Sorby standard skew chisels are rectangular in section, giving this type of of skew more weight. This makes them superb for large spindle work e.g kitchen table legs and newel posts.
Robert Sorby Standard Spindle Gouges
The Robert Sorby Standard Spindle Gouges are ideal tools for detailed work between centres, such as creating coves, beads, and other profiles on spindle projects. Available in sizes ranging from 1/4'' to 3/4'', these gouges feature comfortable handles and are suitable for turning projects like goblets, vases, and egg cups.
Robert Sorby Steb Drive
The Robert Sorby Steb Drive is a highly effective woodturning accessory designed for use with a lathe. It fits into the jaws of a Patriot chuck and uses serrated teeth combined with a spring-loaded centre pin for a secure grip on wood, preventing slippage during turning. Available in multiple sizes (7/8", 1/2", and 1 1/4"), this tool is perfect for woodturning projects that require precision...
Robert Sorby Texturing Tool
This Robert Sorby Texturing Tool is a remarkable adaptation of an engineer's knurling tool. It consists of a handle, blade and a double bevelled texturing cutter with integral bearing.
It can be used to create unique effects that alter the tactile and visual qualities of your bowls, hollow forms, goblets or boxes perfect for adding that individual mark to your work. Orange peel, striated and...
Robert Sorby Thin Bladed Paring Chisel
Robert Sorby thin bladed paring chisels are traditionally used by pattern makers and now a favourite with cabinet makers, carpenters and joiners. Used for accurate hand paring and fitting without the use of a mallet.
Overall Size:- 380-407mm
Blade Length 248mm
This range is being discontinued by Robert Sorby so we will not be restocking these chisels.
Robert Sorby Thread and Sizing Gauge
The Robert Sorby thread and sizing gauge takes the guesswork out of dimensioning.
Robert Sorby Thread Cutters (pair of)
These Robert Sorby thread cutters were designed in conjunction with master turner Robert Sorby and have been specially produced for cutting in wood.
Thread cutters are available in matching pairs for internal and external threads.
The Relief Tool is a handy accessory to cut the relief in the bottom of female threads whilst the Tool Support enables extra access.
The gauge is extremely useful...
Robert Sorby Thread Cutting Sets - 89HS
The Robert Sorby Thread Cutting Sets comprise a choice of 10, 16 or 20 tpi thread cutter pairs made in high speed steel with a unique helix angle for use in wood, a thread & sizing gauge and an instructional DVD "Focus on Threadcutting"
We also stock the Relief Cutting Tool (RS-895H), Tool Support (RS-893H) and the Thread and Sizing Gauge (RS-973) - all of these will make the forming...
Robert Sorby Timber Framer's Slick
This heavy duty timber framers and boat builders slick from Robert Sorby has an offset blade to allow for clearance when working in deep sockets and mortises. It can also be used as a massive paring chisel. Choice of two widths - 2-3/8" (60mm) & 3-3/8" (85mm).
Solid one piece forged blade including the heavy tang which is set deep into the handle. A heavy duty socket is fitted between...
Robert Sorby Tool Rest Adjustment Collar
The Robert Sorby Tool Rest Adjustment Collar allows easy height adjustments of your tool rest by up to 1/2" (13mm) without losing the set height when the locking handle is released. It features an outer adjustment ring for precise control and an Acetal seating disc for smooth operation. Available in stem sizes of 3/4", 1", 25mm, and 30mm, it's perfect for woodturners seeking flexibility...
Robert Sorby Tool Rest Crossbar 4'
Most turners have problems with their lathe tool rest. The majority are either cast or made from low grade and tend to be relatively soft. As a result , when a square tool, like a parting tool, is used it can dig into the rest creating a series of notches. This in turn makes it very difficult to produce a smooth flow along the rest when trying to take an even cut.
The cross bars from the new Modular...
Robert Sorby Tool Rest Crossbar 6'
Most turners have problems with their lathe tool rest. The majority are either cast or made from low grade and tend to be relatively soft. As a result , when a square tool, like a parting tool, is used it can dig into the rest creating a series of notches. This in turn makes it very difficult to produce a smooth flow along the rest when trying to take an even cut.
The cross bars from the new Modular...
Robert Sorby Tool Rest Crossbar 9'
Most turners have problems with their lathe tool rest. The majority are either cast or made from low grade and tend to be relatively soft. As a result , when a square tool, like a parting tool, is used it can dig into the rest creating a series of notches. This in turn makes it very difficult to produce a smooth flow along the rest when trying to take an even cut.
The cross bars from the new Modular...
Robert Sorby Tool Rest for Thread Cutting
The Robert Sorby Tool Rest for thread cutting provides extra control when creating internal threads.
Robert Sorby Tool Rest Stem
These stems work with the Robert Sorby Modular Tool Rest System.
Cross bars are specially hardened to avoid those troublesome nicks and to give a smooth finish.
Stems are available in 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1", 25mm, 28mm and 30mm diameters to fit most popular lathes.
Robert Sorby Traditional Bevel Edged Chisel
Traditional "carver" style boxwood handle with brass ferule and leather washer.
Overall Size 265 - 340mm
Blade Length 127-178mm
Robert Sorby Woodworkers' Square Guide
This simple to use jig has been designed as an upgrade to the current woodworking chisel jig (PESQ). This jig can be adjusted to ensure exact and repeatable 90 degree angles can be achieved every time. A stepped plate raises the tool to be sharpened away from the tool platform.
Ideal for sharpening chisels and plane irons.
Robert Sorby Woodworking Chisel Jig
Accurately ensures a straight cutting edge on any woodworking chisel.
Robert Sorby Zero Jaws
These innovative jaws allow the turning of extremely fine, detailed pieces like lace bobbins as they close right down. The unique dome shape enables the turner to work close to his project. At the same time the dome can be used for internal gripping of larger projects without the fear of marking.
The photo shows the Zero Jaws fitted to a Patriot Chuck (not included).
Square End Scrapers
The Square End Scrapers available from Classic Hand Tools are highly versatile tools designed primarily for finishing convex and flat-bottomed forms in woodturning. These scrapers are particularly useful for achieving smooth, clean surfaces on your projects. The square end can also be modified to specific shapes, such as a diamond point, to suit different tasks.
Key Features:
Versatility:...
The Robert Sorby ProEdge Ultimate Sharpening System
The updated version of the ever popular Robert Sorby ProEdge sharpening system. In all honesty the machine has remained the same as nothing really needed to be updated!
Robert Sorby have however changed from using the old terms of 'Basic' and 'Deluxe or Plus'. Thankfully it has been simplified, and the Sorby machine comes in one edition which includes a single 120 grit aluminium...
Robert Sorby SteadyPro Turning System
The Robert Sorby SteadyPro is a very easy to use jig that provides additional tool support when hollowing as well as many other woodturning operations.
The versatile SteadyPro fits a wide range of woodturning lathes by utilising the stems from the Robert Sorby modular tool rest system.
With the easy to adjust cantilever action of the clamping rollers, this ensures the optimum control for a large...
Robert Sorby SteadyPro Turning System - With Stem
The Robert Sorby SteadyPro is a very easy to use jig that provides additional tool support when hollowing as well as many other woodturning operations.
The versatile SteadyPro fits a wide range of woodturning lathes by utilising the stems from the Robert Sorby modular tool rest system.
With the easy to adjust cantilever action of the clamping rollers, this ensures the optimum control for a large...
The Robert Sorby ProEdge Ultimate Sharpening System + 3 Accessory Kits
The updated version of the ever popular Robert Sorby ProEdge sharpening system. In all honesty the machine has remained the same as nothing really needed to be updated!
Robert Sorby have however changed from using the old terms of 'Basic' and 'Deluxe or Plus'. Thankfully it has been simplified, and the Sorby machine comes in one edition which includes a single 120 grit aluminium...
The Robert Sorby ProEdge Ultimate Sharpening System + Knife Sharpening Accessory Kit
The updated version of the ever popular Robert Sorby ProEdge sharpening system. In all honesty the machine has remained the same as nothing really needed to be updated!
Robert Sorby have however changed from using the old terms of 'Basic' and 'Deluxe or Plus'. Thankfully it has been simplified, and the Sorby machine comes in one edition which includes a single 120 grit aluminium...
The Robert Sorby ProEdge Ultimate Sharpening System + Woodturners Accessory Kit
The updated version of the ever popular Robert Sorby ProEdge sharpening system. In all honesty the machine has remained the same as nothing really needed to be updated!
Robert Sorby have however changed from using the old terms of 'Basic' and 'Deluxe or Plus'. Thankfully it has been simplified, and the Sorby machine comes in one edition which includes a single 120 grit aluminium...
The Robert Sorby ProEdge Ultimate Sharpening System + Woodworking Accessory Kit
The updated version of the ever popular Robert Sorby ProEdge sharpening system. In all honesty the machine has remained the same as nothing really needed to be updated!
Robert Sorby have however changed from using the old terms of 'Basic' and 'Deluxe or Plus'. Thankfully it has been simplified, and the Sorby machine comes in one edition which includes a single 120 grit aluminium...