Made from hardened and tempered high speed steel that that will keep a sharpened edge about six times longer than carbon steel Steel will resist
Robert Sorby 840FH 1/2 Fingernail Spindle Gouge
1/2 Bowl Gouge - Fingernail Grind, Bowl Gouges
These high-quality turning tools are designed to meet the needs of any skill level woodturner from beginner to demanding professional High-speed steel
Bowl Gouge 1/2
842F Fingernail Grind Bowl Gouge by Robert Sorby
Bowl Gouges - Tools & Machines - Yandles
Sorby — Wood Turners Wonders
The Robert Sorby 1/2 Fingernail Bowl Gouge design increases flexibility when cutting. The 1/2 bowl gouge's greater cutting area can be used equally
Robert Sorby 1/2 Fingernail Bowl Gouge
This 1/2 inch bowl gouge features a medium grind with wing tips that have been ground back so the tool does not catch on the work piece. The fingernail grind is a popular edge with woodturners because it is easy to use and control and extremely versatile. Pull and push cuts delicate shearing cuts or full profile cuts can be made with ease. The medium grind lends itself to easy modification allowing you to create profiles specifically suited to your turning requirements.
Fingernail Bowl Gouge 1/2
1/2 Bowl Gouge Wood Lathe Turning Tool