Robert Sorby 826H Shear Scraper

Shear scraping is a method of woodturning which relies on the presentation of the scraper at a shear angle to peel away the wood fibres. This technique offers some significant advantages over conventional scrapers: At the optimum angle of 45°, the slicing action is safer and produces a superior finish. Sanding is often unnecessary and the risk of the cutter digging in is virtually eliminated.

The ?" square shank sits firmly on the toolrest and presents the cutter precisely at 45° to the workpiece when used in either direction. This is due to the unique cutter seating position.