Description
Our 1/2″ Radius Scrapers are used for the final finishing cuts on the inside of your hollow form. Easily removes any humps or bumps that were created from the hollowing process. Each tool comes ready to go with a sharp M2 High Speed Steel tip. When worn out, tips are easy to replace, replacement tips can be found here.
Why choose a Radius Scraper?
- The larger M2 HSS cutter helps you smooth out the inside surface of your hollow form.
- Designed to be used by hand or with the Stabilizer.
- Available with a standard or negative rake tip (see details below).
- Narrow profile for superior access and control – allows you to hollow longer before needing to clear out the shavings.
- The finishing tool that Trent would not be without.
- Designed by a woodturner for woodturners and made in our Fort Collins, Colorado shop.
Standard Grind vs. Negative Rake Grind: The negative rake grind can be used at a relatively flat angle, and will have less tenancy to catch and grab in awkward areas inside of your hollow form. It is especially useful in the bottom of end grain forms, as the direct end grain can be difficult especially if you are not paying attention to the tool when it enters that area. When I use the standard grind, I usually rotate the tool at a down angle, to mimic the negative rake angle for forms that the tool is wanting to grab & catch. Both achieve the same goal of a smooth surface. Watch a short video about sharpening here.
Which one should I buy? When purchasing a Radius Scraper we generally recommend the Bent tool. Since you have already hollowed out the form, there is no need for a Straight radius scraper (unless you hollowed a fairly straight sided form). Likewise, the Extreme Bent radius scraper is only useful when you have a very flat topped form or form with other hard to reach areas. 99% of the time Trent reaches for a Bent Radius Scraper.
Overall Length of Tool: 13″
Don’t forget a handle. We recommend a 16″ Handle, like our Blue Super Tool Handle (included in a “Super Set”).
Sandra D. (verified owner) –
This tool was really great and helped smooth the inside of my vessel. I have always been pleased by the other tools bought from Trent. I was thrilled with the visualizer. Actually called others into my workroom to amaze them.
Steve Miller (verified owner) –
Very handy for smoothing hollow vessel interiors; easy to sharpen.
Johnny Tolly (verified owner) –
The same applies to this tool. I’m planning on having a flat milled onto the shafts to prevent this issue. Your thoughts would be appreciated? Johnny
Anonymous (verified owner) –
nice finish and smooth
Michael O’Brien (verified owner) –
Have not tried it.
Garry H. (verified owner) –
You can get a very fine finish with this tool, the secret is fine cuts!
Michael H. (verified owner) –
My favorite tool for getting the ridges out of hollow forms.
Tyler (verified owner) –
Easy to use and made for a clean interior on my hollow form.
John Tiner (verified owner) –
This is a great last pass tool to smooth the inside of hollow forms. They stay sharp well. This design where the cutting head is still near the center-line of the tool reduces the tendency to catch and turn.
Mike Mitchell (verified owner) –
All of Trents tool are very well designed and meticulously manufactured. This half inch tear drop scraper with the optional top and bottom grind that makes it a negative rake does the perfect job when the hollowing access hole is too small for the larger sizes.
Steve Kindel (verified owner) –
Supercool!
Ron (verified owner) –
I originally purchased the 5/8″ hollowing tools when I bought Trent’s Stabilizer system. I really like it but I have found that they are a little large for getting into most of the hollow vessels I make, so I recently purchased the 1/2″ set. They work great. I went with the carbide tipped set and am very pleased with the way they cut. In addition to the 1/2″ set of hollowing tools, I purchased a 1/2″ bent radius scrapper to smooth out the inside. It works great at smoothing out the inside of vessels. I am very pleased with all the Trent Bosch tools I have purchased.
Mark Durrenberger (verified owner) –
Been a long time Trent Bosch Hollower user. Recently added the 1/2″ tools but missed this one in my purchase. Just added it. Used it today for the first time with the neg-rake cutter. Smoothest inside I’ve gotten. Nice tool. Would buy again. Thanks Trent & Company.
Barry Godfrey (verified owner) –
Have not been disappointed yet.
Ron E. (verified owner) –
Leaves a nice smooth finish on the inside of hollow forms.
Jim Hokanson (verified owner) –
Worked great!
Marc C. (verified owner) –
Reach is a bit limited with 1/2 inch scraper. 5/8 inch scraper might provide added reach.
Ron S. (verified owner) –
Great tool for finish cuts on medium sized hollow forms! Very pleasing to use, like it’s 3/4” dia. larger counterparts!
Roy Wilkens (verified owner) –
I have two visualizes and two hollowing systems by Trent. My soon has the same. We are extremely satisfied with every purchase from Trent Bosh tools.
Mika S. (verified owner) –
Really effective.
Jill Smarr (verified owner) –