• essential M42 HSS steel woodturning tool set for sale Basic wood lathe turning tool set by Carter and Son Toolworks
  • Basic wood lathe turning tool set by Carter and Son Toolworks.
  • Basic wood lathe turning tool set by Carter and Son Toolworks.
  • Basic wood lathe turning tool set by Carter and Son Toolworks.
  • Basic wood lathe turning tool set by Carter and Son Toolworks.
  • Wood lathe turning tool bowl turning set by Carter and Son Toolworks.
  • Wood lathe turning tool bowl turning set by Carter and Son Toolworks.
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The Essential Tool Set

$ 450.94

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

Overview

You’ll find yourself reaching for these essential tools time and time again. With a razor edge and unmatched balance, there’s never been a better time to make sure your most used tools are the best tools in your shop. 

  • Suited for a wide range of projects, from bowl to spindle turning
  • Unique round tang for strength and longevity 
  • 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 Essential Tool Set comes with 4 tools, 2 handles, 2 adapters:

  • 5/8” Bowl Gouge
  • 1/2” Spindle Gouge
  • 1/2” Skew
  • 1/8” Parting Tool
  • (1) 16” x 3/4” Handle
  • (1) 12” x 3/4” Handle
  • (1) 5/8” Adapter
  • (1) 1/2” Adapter

The Essential Tool Set Plus comes with 4 tools, 4 handles, 4 adapters: 

  • 5/8” Bowl Gouge,
  • 1/2” Spindle Gouge
  • 1/2” Skew
  • 1/8” Parting Tool
  • (1) 16” x 3/4” Handle
  • (3) 12” x 3/4” Handle
  • (1) 5/8” Adapter
  • (3) 1/2” Adapter

(The Essential Tool Set Plus provides each tool with its own signature aluminum handle)

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 Priority Shipping
United States  Under $275 $9.95 Priority 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

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Ryan Nicholson
Great tools and support!

The craftsmanship of these tools is amazing!
Comfortable handles and beautifully sharp steel.
Shout out to Jan for giving that personal touch in communicating about my order.
I will definitely be ordering more tools! .

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Terry Powers
Essential tool set

Very high quality

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Gabriel Wheeler
The best

Hands down the best wood working tools I’ve ever had or even worked with!!!

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Jon Middelborg
Freshman

As a new woodturner I have only tried turning with Carbon tips. The essential set gives a great start with traditional tools. Easy to sharpen, and holds the edge good. Reminds me of my veritas pmv11 steel chisels. The tools keeps what they promise. Wery good. The rest is up too the freshman to master.

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Pennie Boyle
Great Craftsmanship

Outstanding craftsmanship. Keeps an edge for a long time. The handle is comfortable and well balanced. Will be buying more.

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