Tool Info

[kooster]

Can anyone suggest a good quality parting tool.
I would prefer carbide if there is such a thing for this tool.
Thanks for the assistance.

 

[cnirenberg]

I've always had a Stott (Chris Stott) Parting tool-I think CSUSA may carry them. I got mine from the man at a demo he did some years back. Basically it's a thin piece of HSS with a nice little platic coated hand grip. All you need is a piece of thin steel. I've seen people use garage sale knives ground down for that matter.

 

[airborne_r6]

I have one of these:
Artisan Diamond Parting Tool | Hand Tools | Craft Supplies USA

and one like this but not the Kryo version (I don't think they sell the one I have anymore):
Henry Taylor Kryo

They both work great. The most important thing with parting tools, like all turning tools is to keep them sharp. I hone my parting tools with diamond "credit cards" after grinding and can usually shave hair with my parting tools.

 

[gbpens]

If you already have a carbide tool check Capt Eddie for the parting tool tip.

 

[low_48]

I prefer the thin 1/16" parting tools, ground to the Firmager pattern. The regular crown is cheaper, and then you can grind it to that pattern. It's a little tougher to grind since you can rotate it, but only takes a second. Why carbide tipped?

 

[kooster]

Thank you gentlemen for your replies and assistance.

 

[lanejustin]

If you already have a carbide tool check Capt Eddie for the parting tool tip.

gbpens I'm familiar with Capt Eddie, but couldn't find a parting tool tip in regards to a carbide tool.