Micro tools

[Fred in NC]

First I want everyone to know that I appreciate those who purchased some of my tools. I hope you are satisfied with your purchase, and are making good use and enjoying them. This last month before my retirement will be very busy, and full of the usual arrangements and red tape associated with working for a large company.

I am trying my best to finish a few sets of beading tools for those who are in my waiting list. I will notify each one by email when they are ready to ship.

Looking at what is available in the stores, I have been thinking about adding a few bits that can be used with the same beading bit handle:

Three-point or pyramid tool, 1/4" in diameter.
Round skew 1/4" or 5/16" diameter.
Detail gouges in very small sizes.
Micro-bowl gouges.
Micro hollowing tools.

Micro hollowing tool bit holder, will be similar to this,
which I made to hold a 1/4" bit:

These will be sold unhandled, to be used with one of my handles or with a user made handle. This will keep the price very low, and allow shipping in an envelope.

Hopefully if there is any interest I will have some of these available by February 2006.

NOTE: If you want to be put in a waiting list, please email me and let me know what you are interested in. Thanks.

 

[Czarcastic]

Fred:
I didn't buy your beading tool, but I would be interested in the Micro-bowl gouges and Micro hollowing tools. Probably the "Detail gouges in very small sizes" as well. I am currently using re-ground dental tools for micro hollowing and detail work.

 

[Rifleman1776]

I would be interested in the micro-bowl hollower. Let us know more info when you can. e.g. price and size hole required to insert.

 

[dfurlano]

Interested in the micro hollowing tools.

 

[GregMuller]

Fred,
Can you put me on the list for the beading tools.
Greg Muller

 

[Draken]

Please add me to the waiting list for beading tools as well.

Thanks!
Draken

 

[alamocdc]

Fred, I didn't get in on the Beading tool either, but would like too. I am also interested in the two micros.

 

[Gary Max]

Hey Fred---how about a micro swans neck---for hollowing out mini's???????????
Margie made me do it Fred---- really she did.

 

[JimGo]

Heck, I'd like a full size hollowing tool at Fred prices!!!!

 

[Easysport]

Fred, hope I'm still on the list from awhile back. Patiently awaiting.[]

 

[JimGo]

Since it is still a "hobby" business for Fred, it some times takes him a while to finish everything he wants to do, but trust me, it's worth the wait!

 

[Fred in NC]

Dave Easysport, yes, you are definitely in the list.

You are right, JimGo ! The good news is that it will be only 4 more weeks, and I retire. I have great plans for next year. So expect some new tools and accessories.

Thanks everyone !

 

[alamocdc]

Fred am I on the list? I think I got on too late from last time, but my sometimers is acting up again.

 

[Fred in NC]

Billy Alamodc: I cannot find you in my list, but have added you.

 

[alamocdc]

Thanks, Fred, email sent as requested.

 

[penhead]

Fred,
When I have been making my Christmas ornaments, I have been using an allen wrench that I too a bit of the outside 90degree angle off of, and flattened the bottom to sit on the tool rest. It has worked ok, but certainly not the best steel. Is there any way that you could make a bit for your handle in that shape?

 

[Fred in NC]

JohnP: I intend to make something like that, actually two of them. One will be pointing 90 degrees out, and the other will be adjustable to 45 and 135 degrees. The tip will be 1/8".

 

[penhead]

Please add my name to that list..!!

Thanks.

Originally posted by Fred in NC
<br />JohnP: I intend to make something like that, actually two of them. One will be pointing 90 degrees out, and the other will be adjustable to 45 and 135 degrees. The tip will be 1/8".

 

[fritzmccorkle]

fred, i'm not sure where the info on any of this stuff is, but i'd like some info on hollowing tools (or micro hollowing).

 

[Fred in NC]

Fritz, there is not much information yet, other than what I posted at the top. I will keep everyone informed and post some pics in due time. Most of these tools will be available in January/February.

 

[Thumbs]

Fred, Please put me on your new tools list, also.
Thanks