It does what those of us who use forged or continental gouges are used to.
Difference is that the lower portion of the gouge, which is normally not in
contact with the piece anyway, is missing altogether. What it doesn't
allow, from what pictures I've seen, is the degree of skew that you can
employ with a forged gouge. That skew not only helps slice cleanly, but
also helps minimize ridging by bridging a bit greater width when guiding the
bevel.


"George Tanty" wrote in message
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Hi,

Anyone seen this tool in the latest Packard catalogue? Looks interesting
but wonder if it's a "gimmick"?

If any of you have taken it for a test drive, I'd be interested in your
impressions.

Thanks

George Tanty
Santa Fe