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What is the measure of a great tool? We believe its a razor edge you can feel. A powerful handle that is equal parts comfort and control. The substantial feeling of a tool that will last a lifetime. Welcome to a company that values the workmanship that creates a great tool. We think youll agree, theres nothing like quality. Every Carter and Son tool is guaranteed for life. We're confident offering a lifetime guarantee because each tool is hand crafted to high standards of workmanship. Workmanship starts with our American M42 high speed steel and aluminum. Our designs represent 30 years of engineering and turning expertise. Every tool is machined with a round tang (rather than flat) for a smooth, tight fit in the handle and chatter reduction. Carter and Son tools are built in our own Seattle factory in the United States of America. Every tool is hand sharpened and inspected before being shipped around the world. There's nothing like premium. Happy turning! |
Sharp and Strong
Our tools are razor-sharp, and when we say razor, we mean razor. All the tools are machined from solid M42 High Speed Steel, an extremely durable, sharp grade of high speed steel. Not only is M42 HSS sharper than other grades of steel, it is also stronger because of its cobalt content. Cobalt content allows us to heat-treat our tools to 68 HRC, providing you with sharp, strong tools. Your turning will be smoother and cleaner, you'll even use less sandpaper!
Coupled with our steel, the design of our wood turning tools is unique. Thirty years of engineering and turning experience go into the designs of our tools. At Carter and Son we undertake extreme care to ensure to each and every tool design is safe, easy to use and strong.
A feature that all our gouges sport is a flat. This flat provides the set screws, which secure the tool into the handle, a solid place to rest and prevents wear on the tools tang. Going the extra mile is our specialty, which is why your Carter and Son tool slides 3 inch into the handle, rather than the conventional 2 inch. This cuts down on chatter and gives your tool extra strength. All of our tools are also shipped sharp, and ready to use.
Powerful Handles
Every wood turner knows that their handle connects them to their work. Weve designed our handles for power, safety and comfort. Each handles is turned from aircraft grade aluminum, offering you chatter reduction and maneuverability. Bored out for the perfect even feel, you can fill the handles with lead for additional weight.
The shape of our handles fit your hand comfortably and knurling on the front end of the handle offers grip. Because of the even weight of the handle, weve found that they are comfortable for every hand size. Each of our premium handles comes equipped with two set screws to secure your tool tightly into the handle. We make sure to keep our tolerances tight, your tool will fit within .002th of an inch into your handle. This not only reduces chatter but also keeps you safe.
Interchangable
Step 1: Order a bit and handle set or simply your desired length of 3/4 inch diameter handle.
Step 2: Add to your collection by purchasing tool bits and corresponding adapters.
Step 3: Start making wood chips with easily interchangeable tools!
Premium is now interchangeable. Machined from solid aluminum, our interchangeable sleeves are lightweight and long-lasting. With a groove on the top, the sleeves are easy to slip in and out of your handle for a quick tool change. Manufactured completely in our Seattle factory, each sleeve is hand-polished and represents Carter and Son Toolworks quality and innovation.
Three sizes of adapters, 5/8, 1/2 and 3/8 inch fit either length of our 3/4 inch diameter handle. Start with our signature 16 x 3/4 inch or 12 x 3/4 inch handle then add tools and corresponding adapters. One handle every tool.
A razor edge, provided by just the right steel, is imperative for turning wood. Surprisingly, many woodturning tools are machined from subpar steel. At Carter and Son weve done our research and know that M42 high speed steel is the premium steel for turning wood. It hones to a fine, sharp edge and retains that edge due to a 10 percent content of cobalt.
Your handle connects you to your work, thats why weve carefully designed the weight and curvature of our signature handles for comfort, easy control, and chatter reduction. Each handle has two set screws to secure your tool, and knurling for grip. Our innovative handles are all made in our own factory and are patented.
All the design work, machining, inspection and shipping of this tool is done in our Seattle factory. As a family business dedicated to engineering ingenuity, precision workmanship and a passion for turning we ensure that every tool you receive from us is perfect. Happy turning!
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A quick overview of this 3/4 inch bowl gouge:
Incredibly strong and sharp, our 3/4 inch Bowl Gouge offers an enhanced bowl turning experience. Specifications:
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A quick overview of this 5/8 inch bowl gouge:
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A quick overview of this 5/8 inch u-shaped bowl gouge:
5/8 inch bowl gouge vs 5/8 inch u-shaped bowl gouge: Our 5/8 inch u-shaped bowl gouge, also known as a bottom feeder, has a 60 degree grind, while our 5/8 inch bowl gouge has a 50 degree grind. The tools have slightly different flute shapes as well. Our 5/8 inch u-shaped bowl gouge is specifically designed for removing stock from the bottom of the bowl. Our 5/8 inch bowl gouge is a very versatile tool and can be used to turn your bowl from start to finish. Incredibly strong and sharp, our 5/8 inch U-Shaped Bowl Gouge offers an enhanced bowl turning experience. Specifications:
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A quick overview of this 1/2 inch bowl gouge:
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A quick overview of this 3/8 inch bowl gouge:
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A razor edge, provided by just the right steel, is imperative for turning wood. Surprisingly, many woodturning tools are machined from subpar steel. At Carter and Son weve done our research and know that M42 high speed steel is the premium steel for turning wood. It hones to a fine, sharp edge and retains that edge due to a 10 percent content of cobalt.
Your handle connects you to your work, thats why weve carefully designed the weight and curvature of our signature handles for comfort, easy control, and chatter reduction. Each handle has two set screws to secure your tool, and knurling for grip. Our innovative handles are all made in our own factory and are patented.
All the design work, machining, inspection and shipping of this tool is done in our Seattle factory. As a family business dedicated to engineering ingenuity, precision workmanship and a passion for turning we ensure that every tool you receive from us is perfect. Happy turning!
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A quick overview of this 1/2 inch spindle gouge:
Our 1/2 inch Spindle Gouge is perfect for any spindle work, great or small. Specifications:
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A quick overview of this 3/8 inch spindle gouge:
Tackle all your spindle detail work with our 3/8 inch Spindle Gouge. Specifications:
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A razor edge, provided by just the right steel, is imperative for turning wood. Surprisingly, many woodturning tools are machined from subpar steel. At Carter and Son weve done our research and know that M42 high speed steel is the premium steel for turning wood. It hones to a fine, sharp edge and retains that edge due to a 10% content of cobalt.
Your handle connects you to your work, thats why weve carefully designed the weight and curvature of our signature handles for comfort, easy control, and chatter reduction. Each handle has two set screws to secure your tool, and knurling for grip. Our innovative handles are all made in our own factory and are patented.
All the design work, machining, inspection and shipping of this tool is done in our Seattle factory. As a family business dedicated to engineering ingenuity, precision workmanship and a passion for turning we ensure that every tool you receive from us is perfect. Happy turning!
A quick overview of this detail spindle gouge:
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A razor edge, provided by just the right steel, is imperative for turning wood. Surprisingly, many woodturning tools are machined from subpar steel. At Carter and Son weve done our research and know that M42 high speed steel is the premium steel for turning wood. It hones to a fine, sharp edge and retains that edge due to a 10 percent content of cobalt.
Your handle connects you to your work, thats why weve carefully designed the weight and curvature of our signature handles for comfort, easy control, and chatter reduction. Each handle has two set screws to secure your tool, and knurling for grip. Our innovative handles are all made in our own factory and are patented.
All the design work, machining, inspection and shipping of this tool is done in our Seattle factory. As a family business dedicated to engineering ingenuity, precision workmanship and a passion for turning we ensure that every tool you receive from us is perfect. Happy turning!
Designed with deep u shape for easy stock removal. Our largest tool, this roughing gouge will accomplish your roughing jobs in record time.
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A quick overview of this 7/8 inch roughing gouge:
Manufactured from solid 7/8 inch diameter stock, the roughing gouge is a powerful tool. Versatile and strong due to its slightly deeper u shape, the roughing gouge can turn through incredible amounts of material and is optimum for your next roughing project. Specifications:
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A quick overview of this 1-1/4 inch roughing gouge:
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A razor edge, provided by just the right steel, is imperative for turning wood. Surprisingly, many woodturning tools are machined from subpar steel. At Carter and Son weve done our research and know that M42 high speed steel is the premium steel for turning wood. It hones to a fine, sharp edge and retains that edge due to a 10 percent content of cobalt.
Your handle connects you to your work, thats why weve carefully designed the weight and curvature of our signature handles for comfort, easy control, and chatter reduction. Each handle has two set screws to secure your tool, and knurling for grip. Our innovative handles are all made in our own factory and are patented.
All the design work, machining, inspection and shipping of this tool is done in our Seattle factory. As a family business dedicated to engineering ingenuity, precision workmanship and a passion for turning we ensure that every tool you receive from us is perfect. Happy turning!
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A quick overview of this 3/4 inch skew:
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A quick overview of this 1/2 inch skew:
Our strong 1/2 inch skew is optimum for all your smoothing, tapers, v-cuts and beads. Specifications:
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A quick overview of this 1 inch skew:
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A razor edge, provided by just the right steel, is imperative for turning wood. Surprisingly, many woodturning tools are machined from subpar steel. At Carter and Son weve done our research and know that M42 high speed steel is the premium steel for turning wood. It hones to a fine, sharp edge and retains that edge due to a 10 percent content of cobalt.
Your handle connects you to your work, thats why weve carefully designed the weight and curvature of our signature handles for comfort, easy control, and chatter reduction. Each handle has two set screws to secure your tool, and knurling for grip. Our innovative handles are all made in our own factory and are patented.
All the design work, machining, inspection and shipping of this tool is done in our Seattle factory. As a family business dedicated to engineering ingenuity, precision workmanship and a passion for turning we ensure that every tool you receive from us is perfect. Happy turning!
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A quick overview of this 1/8 inch parting tool:
A razor sharp parting tool ensures clean finishing cuts. Specifications:
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A quick overview of this 3/16 inch parting tool:
A razor sharp parting tool ensures clean finishing cuts. Specifications:
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A razor edge, provided by just the right steel, is imperative for turning wood. Surprisingly, many woodturning tools are machined from subpar steel. At Carter and Son weve done our research and know that M42 high speed steel is the premium steel for turning wood. It hones to a fine, sharp edge and retains that edge due to a 10 percent content of cobalt.
Your handle connects you to your work, thats why weve carefully designed the weight and curvature of our signature handles for comfort, easy control, and chatter reduction. Each handle has two set screws to secure your tool, and knurling for grip. Our innovative handles are all made in our own factory and are patented.
All the design work, machining, inspection and shipping of this tool is done in our Seattle factory. As a family business dedicated to engineering ingenuity, precision workmanship and a passion for turning we ensure that every tool you receive from us is perfect. Happy turning!
A quick overview of this 3/8 inch bedan:
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A razor edge, provided by just the right steel, is imperative for turning wood. Surprisingly, many woodturning tools are machined from subpar steel. At Carter and Son weve done our research and know that M42 high speed steel is the premium steel for turning wood. It hones to a fine, sharp edge and retains that edge due to a 10 percent content of cobalt.
Your handle connects you to your work, thats why weve carefully designed the weight and curvature of our signature handles for comfort, easy control, and chatter reduction. Each handle has two set screws to secure your tool, and knurling for grip. Our innovative handles are all made in our own factory and are patented.
All the design work, machining, inspection and shipping of this tool is done in our Seattle factory. As a family business dedicated to engineering ingenuity, precision workmanship and a passion for turning we ensure that every tool you receive from us is perfect. Happy turning!
A sharp scraper will ensure the inside of your bowls, boxes and other projects are even and free of cutter marks.
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A quick overview of this 1 inch bowl scraper:
Specifications: Blade measures: 1 inch wide, 9-1/2 inch overall Tang size: 3/4 inch Handle Size: 16 inch x 3/4 inch |
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A quick overview of this 1 inch square nose scraper:
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Because our handles are solid aircraft grade aluminum they are strong and maneuverable as well as chatter reducing. The specific shape of the handle is designed to fit your hand for comfort. Beautifully engraved and polished, the handle will last a lifetime. Two set screws secure our tools 3 inch into the handle for extra versatility. Add some power to your turning! Our robust 16 inch x 3/4 inch handle fits both our 1-1/4 inch Roughing Gouge, 1 inch Bowl Scraper and 1 inch Square Nose Scraper - order your own today! Made in the USA |
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Because our handles are solid aircraft grade aluminum they are strong and maneuverable as well as chatter reducing. The specific shape of the handle is designed to fit your hand for comfort. Beautifully engraved and polished, the handle will last a lifetime. Two set screws secure our tools 3 inch into the handle for extra versatility. Add some power to your turning! Our durable 12 inch x 3/4 inch handle fits our 1 inch Skew - order your own today! Made in the USA. |
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Complete interchangeability is possible with premium Carter and Son Toolworks adapters. Each adapter is machined to precise parameters from aircraft grade aluminum, ensuring a chatter reducing fit between tool and handle. This adapter will fit any 3/4 inch diameter handle, bringing the inside diameter down to 3/8 inch. With 3/8 inch and 1/2 inch set screws. Made in the USA. |
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Complete interchangeability is possible with premium Carter and Son Toolworks adapters. Each adapter is machined to precise parameters from aircraft grade aluminum, ensuring a chatter reducing fit between tool and handle. This adapter will fit any 3/4 inch diameter handle, bringing the inside diameter down to 1/2 inch.
With 3/8 inch and 1/2 inch set screws. Made in the USA. |
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Complete interchangeability is possible with premium Carter and Son Toolworks adapters. Each adapter is machined to precise parameters from aircraft grade aluminum, ensuring a chatter reducing fit between tool and handle. This adapter will fit any 3/4 inch diameter handle, bringing the inside diameter down to 5/8 inch. With 5/16 inch and 3/8 inch set screws. Made in the USA. |
Bowl Gouges | |
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BG34-16 | 3/4 inch bowl gouge complete with a signature 16 inch handle. |
BG34-T | 3/4 inch bowl gouge tool. |
BG58-16 | 5/8 inch bowl gouge complete with a signature 16 inch handle and 5/8 inch adapter. |
BG58-T | 5/8 inch bowl gouge tool. |
UBG58-16 | 5/8 inch u-shaped bowl gouge complete with a signature 16 inch handle and 5/8 inch adapter. |
UBG58-T | 5/8 inch u-shaped bowl gouge tool. |
BG12-12 | 1/2 inch bowl gouge complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 1/2 inch adapter. |
BG12-T | 1/2 inch bowl gouge tool. |
BG38-12 | 3/8 inch bowl gouge complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 3/8 inch adapter. |
BG38-T | 3/8 inch bowl gouge tool. |
Roughing Gouges | |
RG114-16 | 1-1/4 inch roughing gouge complete with a signature 16 inch handle. |
RG114-T | 1-1/4 inch roughing gouge tool. |
RG78-16 | 7/8 inch roughing gouge complete with a signature 16 inch handle and 5/8 inch adapter. |
RG78-T | 7/8 inch roughing gouge tool. |
Skews | |
S1-12 | 1 inch skew complete with a signature 12 inch handle. |
S1-T | 1 inch skew tool. |
S34-12 | 3/4 inch skew complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 1/2 inch adapter. |
S34-T | 3/4 inch skew tool. |
S12-12 | 1/2 inch skew complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 1/2 inch adapter. |
S12-T | 1/2 inch skew tool. |
Scrapers | |
BS1-16 | 1 inch bowl scraper complete with a signature 16 inch handle. |
BS1-T | 1 inch bowl scraper tool. |
SNS1-16 | 1 inch square nose scraper complete with a signature 16 inch handle. |
SNS1-T | 1 inch square nose scraper tool. |
Spindle Gouges | |
SG12-12 | 1/2 inch spindle gouge complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 1/2 inch adapter. |
SG12-T | 1/2 inch spindle gouge tool. |
SG38-12 | 3/8 inch spindle gouge complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 3/8 inch adapter. |
SG38-T | 3/8 inch spindle gouge tool. |
SGDT-12 | Detail spindle gouge complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 3/8 inch adapter. |
SGDT-T | Detail spindle gouge tool. |
Bedans | |
B38-12 | 3/8 inch bedan complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 1/2 inch adapter. |
B38-T | 3/8 inch bedan tool. |
Parting Tools | |
PT18-12 | 1/8 inch parting tool complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 1/2 inch adapter. |
PT18-T | 1/8 inch parting tool. |
PT316-12 | 3/16 inch parting tool complete with a signature 12 inch handle and 1/2 inch adapter. |
PT316-T | 3/16 inch parting tool. |
Handles and Adapters | |
A58 | 5/8 inch aluminum adapter. |
A12 | 1/2 inch aluminum adapter. |
A38 | 3/8 inch aluminum adapter. |
AH-16/34 | 16 inch x 3/4 inch patented aluminum handle. |
AH-12/34 | 12 inch x 3/4 inch patented aluminum handle. |