EWT Negative rake cutters

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MRDucks2

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I just used a radius square negative rake for the first time on a Magic Skew and it did make a world of difference on the Inlace Acrylester. I also noticed a nice ability to smooth or touch up a blank.

I did not a huge effect on roughing other resins or Alumilite so far, but same effect on actual shaping.

I will also keep some on hand as they definitely have a use. But, as many of "the next big thing", they are not a magic wand.


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EBorraga

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I picked up a round negative rake for my easy wood tools chisel. Works pretty good, but all i've turned is wood with it. Gonna make some Duck Calls with it this week.
 

mmayo

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No offense intended, really. The cost of these cutters is many times the ones i buy at AZ Carbide or Global so I'll use them sparingly when the standard cutters seem to need help. If you use them for wood, enjoy.
 

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For a newer turner like myself who is still trying to perfect technique they have really helped me deal with the chipping issues on the rhino blanks i use. Ill still stick with the AZ carbides for everything else though
 

mmayo

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The EWT negative rake cutters are not fool proof. Inlace acrylester can make you look bad at any time on any day. I know somehow. The seam ripper and keychain are done and assembled but not without some of the usual drama. There is no free lunch.
 

MRDucks2

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The EWT negative rake cutters are not fool proof. Inlace acrylester can make you look bad at any time on any day. I know somehow. The seam ripper and keychain are done and assembled but not without some of the usual drama. There is no free lunch.



Agreed. As I played with both the angle of tool to the blank as well as approach at, above or below centerline I could still produce the standard IA chip out.


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tbrunk

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Negative Rake Inserts

Having turned several types of acrylic pens and cutlery pieces, I have been very pleased with the inserts. I am impressed and believe I can still turn a better product with these after some more time with them. They have really reduced the time I spend turning acrylic and still produce a quality piece.
 
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