A Quick Overview of Scrapers

Scrapers have been around for ages and are surprisingly versatile tools. As with anything, they're held in great esteem by some, and ignored by others. While it's true that many of their applications can be achieved using other tools, scrapers have stood the test of time. Their most popular use is achieving a smooth, cutter-mark free finish. There are quite a few different types of scrapers - we'll be exploring four of the most popular.

Negative Rake Scraper
Negative rake scrapers have experienced a resurgence in popularity, and for good reason. The neutral, unaggressive nature of negative rake scraping leaves a smooth finish on a wide range of otherwise difficult pieces and surfaces, such as delicate work and end grain. It's also an excellent tool for those new to scraping, or woodturning in general, due to it's unaggressive nature.
3/4" Box Scraper

Designed to finish the inside bottom and sides of a box. You'll notice a radius at the base of the cutting edge, allowing for a seamless transition from the side to bottom of a box. The long side cutting edge targets the side of the box.

Round Nose Scraper
The popular round nose scraper produces wispy shavings and is widely used to achieve a smooth surface finish and remove cutter marks left by a gouge. It serves as a "final cleanup" for many bowl turners. Used correctly, it can dramatically decrease your time spent sanding.
Spear Point Scraper

This multi-purpose scraper is designed for faceplate work. It's optimal for creating details, such as beads, and planing the exterior of a bowl for a smooth finish. It sports a sharp point with and is ground with a burr on either side.

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Negative Rake Scraper
Negative rake scrapers have experienced a resurgence in popularity, and for good reason. The neutral, unaggressive nature of negative rake scraping leaves a smooth finish on a wide range of otherwise difficult pieces and surfaces, such as delicate work and end grain. It's also an excellent tool for those new to scraping, or woodturning in general, due to it's unaggressive nature.
3/4" Box Scraper

Designed to finish the inside bottom and sides of a box. You'll notice a radius at the base of the cutting edge, allowing for a seamless transition from the side to bottom of a box. The long side cutting edge targets the side of the box.

Round Nose Scraper
The popular round nose scraper produces wispy shavings and is widely used to achieve a smooth surface finish and remove cutter marks left by a gouge. It serves as a "final cleanup" for many bowl turners. Used correctly, it can dramatically decrease your time spent sanding.
Spear Point Scraper

This multi-purpose scraper is designed for faceplate work. It's optimal for creating details, such as beads, and planing the exterior of a bowl for a smooth finish. It sports a sharp point with and is ground with a burr on either side.

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