• Quality Wood lathe turning spindle gouge tool made in America
  • 1/2" Spindle Gouge
  • 1/2" Spindle Gouge
  • Wood lathe turning spindle gouge tool by Carter and Son Toolworks.
  • Wood lathe turning spindle gouge tool by Carter and Son Toolworks.
  • 1/2" Spindle Gouge
  • Wood lathe turning spindle gouge tool by Carter and Son Toolworks.
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1/2" Spindle Gouge

$ 69.98

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  • Overview
  • How This Tool Is Built
  • Priority Shipping. Free Returns.

Overview

Our most popular size spindle gouge, the 1/2” is built solid for roughing cuts and stays sharp for delicate details. An incredibly versatile tool for turning a wide range of smaller projects, and accomplishing detail work on bowls and platters. 

What makes a 5-star 1/2” spindle gouge?

  • Superior M42 high speed steel with a 10% cobalt content, for unparalleled edge holding 
  • M42 HSS' unique durability and razor edge mean less grinding and cleaner cuts
  • Unmatched flute polish boosts the razor edge and provides efficient chip flow
  • Put comfort and control first with an interchangeable aluminum handle
  • Handcrafted in the USA, and backed by a lifetime guarantee and hassle-free returns
  • Shipped sharp with a double bevel for reduced catches and cleaner cuts

The Specs

  • Blade measures 1/2” outside diameter x 8” overall
  • Flute measures 4-3/4”
  • 1/2” tang diameter
  • 12” or 10” x 3/4” handle & 1/2” adapter

    How This Tool Is Built

    We start with the sharpest edge, and we don't stop there. Vanquish vibration, say adios to constant resharpening, and let wispy shavings fly. Delivering superior performance at your lathe drives our manufacturing. 

    We’ve worked with M42 high speed steel for 4 decades, and it’s uniquely suited to woodturning. You’ll grind less - a cobalt additive provides unparalleled edge holding. And the steel produces a finer, sharper edge for clean cuts. M42 is a win-win: less grinding and smoother cuts. 

    Our carefully sourced M42 starts as solid stock and is precision machined (not formed) with a unique round tang for unmatched strength. Every gouge sports a distinctive flute polish. This boosts the razor edge and provides efficient chip flow. Learn more about M42 HSS here.

    Rigorous and detailed sums up our manufacturing. Each tool’s vibration-demolishing round tang has a diameter so precise you’ll hear a ‘pop’ when you pull it out of the handle. And every tool leaves our factory razor sharp and backed by a 100% lifetime guarantee. Built to last!

    Rest assured our aluminum handles feel as great as they look. Perfectly weighted for balance and maneuverability, and designed to fit your hand. You’ll forget the handle is even there, in the best way possible. Two set screws secure your tool into the handle and allow removal for sharpening.

    From flute polish to handle knurling, we’re not cutting corners. Whether you’re just starting out, or have been turning for decades, it’s an honor to serve you with quality tools. Learn more about our story here

    Priority Shipping. Free Returns.

    Priority Shipping means your tool will arrive at your lathe shortly! Once your tool has undergone our rigorous manufacturing process, we ship via priority mail for speedy delivery to your lathe. 

    United States Over $275 - FREE Shipping
    United States Under $275 - $9.95 Shipping 
    Canada and International  Calculated during checkout

     

    Returns are hassle free. Give us a call or send us an email and we'll provide you with a return mailing label and complete refund.  

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 37 reviews
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    Dale Jablonski
    Beautifully crafted

    I love my Carter turning gouges. The 1/2 inch spindle gouge arrived ready to use and was immediately put to work creating ball and cup toys. Thank you again for your high quality craftmanship.

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    Ted Beer
    Best Spindle Gouge I've Owned

    This 1/2" spindle gouge is all I expected. It arrived very sharp, and the high level of polish was really great. Maintaining this edge will be much easier with such an excellent finish. Cuts superbly!

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    Michael O.
    Hard To Beat

    This 1/2" detail gouge with 10" Carter and Son handle is a pleasure to work with. It feels great and it cuts great.
    Over the course of my woodturning hobby, I have obtained a number of different so-called High End turning tools made by various companies.
    I can say beyond a shadow of a doubt that my Carter and Son tools don't take a back seat to any other tool I own.
    Plus, if aesthetics ane any factor, those Carter and Son handles are easy on the eyes!

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    Raymond HARRISON

    Excellent gouge .really a joy to use.

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    Larry Zarra
    Great detail gouge!

    This is a great tool. I reground the end to a pointy ladyfinger grind I use to drill and partially hollow small (3"-6") hollow vessels. The turning motion is a shallow center plunge followed by a center-out peeling cut. The tool shaft is robust enough to dampen most vibration from this aggressive cut. Handle feels great too. I have been turning 28 years, and turn almost every day, so this tool will get lots of use.

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