Food Safe Finish
FSAFE
If you are producing wooden items that will be in contact with foodstuffs this is the finish for you.
A clear, food grade finish it is ideal for fruit and salad bowls, cheese and chopping boards and other wooden vessels. It dries to a satin finish with a high degree of water resistance which will withstand wiping with a damp cloth.
Up to three coats are recommended. If the oil sits on the surface...
Mini Wire Brush Set - 3 Piece
HT100
A set of 3 detail brushes.
Use the brass for removing rust and dirt, stainless steel for removing paint and putty, and the nylon for dirt and dust without scratching.
Ideal for cleaning hotwire pyrography pen points.
Mini abrasive brush set with soft-grip rubber over-moulded handles
1 x nylon, 1 x brassed, 1 x stainless steel
Suitable for a wide variety of cleaning jobs & preparation...
16 Piece Hobby Knife Set
251094
For delicate or demanding work.
Easy to handle and extremely sharp.
Includes 3 aluminium handles and detachable interchangeable ribbed grip, 11 assorted scalpels and 2 chisel tips.
Handy case with integral magnetic blade storage strips.
Centre Finder
CF
The ultimate time saver.
The centre of any size bowl blank can be found in seconds with this simple to use accessory.
Six Piece Turning Tool Set
A67HS6T
This is Robert Sorby’s flagship set and our most popular tool combination. Suitable for anyone into turning, from beginners through to professionals. We strongly believe that anyone starting out turning should buy the best tools they can afford. This set comprises six of Robert Sorby’s core range. These are the standard by which the best of the rest follow and are a great introduction to...
Limited Edition Six Piece Turning Tool Set
A25HS6T
Limited Edition Six Piece Turning Tool Set - Celebrating 25 Years of Turners Retreat
NOVA Comet II DR Lathe with G3 Chuck
46404
NOVA Comet II DR Lathe comes with an M33 Direct Thread PRO-TEK G3 Chuck - NEW DESIGN!
Portable, space saving – yet delivers the capacity and the rugged stability of larger lathes. The NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe is perfect for a wide range of woodworking projects. The NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe takes the best selling mini lathe and gives a massive upgrade. The user now has a digital display...
Turning Toys with Richard Raffan
BTTRR
From the Back Cover Thousands of woodturners have learned to turn with Richard Raffan’s best-selling books and videos. In this new book of 18 traditional toy projects, Raffan demonstrates the essential skill-building techniques. Step-by-step photos and drawings show how the tools are used, and Raffan provides insights into chucks and chucking that will help you work smarter and faster to produce...
The Art of Turned Bowls by Richard Raffan
BTATB
From the Back Cover Everyone loves a spectacular bowl. In this provocative, in-depth examination of bowl design, master turner Richard Raffan teaches how to create bowls that will delight long after the colours and figure of the wood have faded. Great bowl design is about shape. Raffan shows how to create enduring and beautiful shapes from both and artistic and practical point of view – from creating...
Turning Hollow Forms
BTHF
From the Back Cover
For thousands of years mankind has created hollow forms to store either everyday objects or things of value – but functional objects can also be beautiful in their own right. This comprehensive book will guide the beginner through everything they need to know to get started with turning their own hollow forms. You will learn how to work with different types of wood, which...
Robert Sorby 12 Piece Micro Woodcarving Tool Set (Standard Display Box)
P512DB
The full range of all 12 micro carving tools presented in a cardboard display box.
Set includes: Square chisel, skew chisel, dog leg chisel, straigh gouges (4), bent gouges (2), Veiner and V parting tool.
The size and design of the handles for the Micro Woodcarving Tools Set of 12 puts Robert Sorby's above all others.
The handles are larger and therefore more comfortable to hold, which...
Three Piece Chip Carving Set
KN115
The Flexcut Chip Carving Set is everything you need to create the intricate geometric or freestyle patterns that are the hallmark of the chip carving craft. Lettering is also very much part of the art form - carving the name of somebody special on the boxes, address blocks, wall plaques and other objects you make, turns them into very personal keepsakes that can be cherished and even handed down generation...
Scorp Set
KN150
Scorps Set includes:
KN12 - Cutting Knife
KN13 - Detail Knife
KN18 - Pelican Knife
KN19 - Mini Pelican Knife
Presented in a handy tool roll with a specially shaped strap. Choose a right-handed tool to cut towards you and a left-handed tool to cut away from you.
Foredom High Speed Micromotor Kit 1/8" Collet
K107018-21
For high speed applications up to 38,000 rpm including light deburring of cast pieces, bright cutting in jewellery making and fine detailing in wood. Kit includes control box, handpiece with 1/8" collet, variable speed foot control, handpiece cradle, spare pair of motor brushes, spare fuse and collet changing wrenches.
Compared to flexible shaft machines, micromotors have less torque, however,...
Portable Rotary Micromotor Kit
K103018-21
Micromotor with pocket size control has Li-ion rechargeable battery for the ultimate in portability. Variable speed up to 30,000 RPM. Handpiece comes with 1/8" collet.
Run time is approximately 6-7 hours, depending on how long the micromotor is in continuous use when in battery mode, or plug it in for day-long use. Battery charge time is 4 hours and it is best to charge it while the handpiece...
Steel Rule
MT6
Precision stainless steel rule.Clear, photo-etched markings with metric and imperial graduations
Sharpening Course
SHARPENING
Sharpening Course
Sharpen your favourite tools at Turners Retreat!
Hosted in Sheffield, this is a half day instructional, hands on course suitable for all abilities. During this 3 hour session, you will learn how to sharpen your tools correctly, new techniques and have the opportunity to ask our specialist instructor any questions you may have. So, why not give it a go? Fetch a few of your tools...
Screw Clamp
TREC-SCR06
Eclipse Screw Clamp for medium to heavy duty wood working applications.
Cast iron heads and nickel plated steel bar offer maximum strength
120mm Throat depth models up to 300 kgf of sustainable clamping force.
The sliding head quickly sets the clamp to the required capacity
Serrated grooves on the corrosion resistant nickel plated bar prevent slippage in use.
Traditional wooden handle...
Heavy Duty One Handed Bar Clamp
TREOHBC6-HD
Heavy Duty One Handed Bar Clamp
High quality aluminium heavy duty one handed bar clamps and spreaders for a variety of wood working applications.
Body is manufactured from aluminium with a carbon steel bar
Throat Depth: 85mm (3 3/8")
Sizes and Details
EOHBC6-HD: Clamping Capacity 150mm (6") Minimum Spreading Capacity 168mm (6 5/8") Maximum Spreading Capacity 355mm...
One-Handed Bar Clamp
TREOHBC
One handed bar clamps and spreaders for a variety of medium duty wood working applications.
Carbon steel bar and reinforced nylon body for strength and durability and can achieve a sustainable clamping force up to 150kg
Ideal for medium duty clamping and temporary hold down work
The quick release insert trigger enables the clamps to be quickly positioned and released
Easy push button system...
Wooden Kit - Da Vinci - Trebuchet
WK25618
While Trebuchets were common siege engines in Medieval Times, Leonardo's take on the most powerful weapon of the time was unique - his design used one main mast, different from all others before.Based on his drawing from the Codex Atlanticus, da Vinci's trebuchet was a design likely made for the Duke of Milan in about 1482, to impress the Duke of his skills as a military engineer.While it is not known...
Cellulose Sanding Sealer
CCSS
Good finishing requires a good foundation, and Cellulose Sanding Sealer is probably the best way of providing one. Compatible with everything in the Chestnut Products range that benefits from the use of a sanding sealer (which is pretty much everything apart from oil finishes!) it is superbly universal.
The purpose of a sanding sealer is manifold.
It seals the open pores of the timber prior...
Friction Polish
CFP
Produces a high gloss finish.It has a high concentration of shellac which gives a high build and a superior finish.
Sovereign TurnMaster Set in Wooden Box
SOV-RSTMDBS
The Robert Sorby TurnMaster is the perfect tool for the beginner or a fantastic foil for the more experienced woodturner looking for a flexible tool to equip their workshop.
This set comes complete with 3 detachable heads to allow for quick interchanging.
Set includes:
TurnMaster shank with HSS detail point cutter fitted
HSS round cutter fitted to a detachable head
HSS square cutter...
10" Traditional Professional Tenon Saw
TR5410Y
Spear & Jackson Traditional Professional Woodworking Tenon Saw 10" x 13pts
The Spear & Jackson Traditional Professional Tenon Saw is used for joint cutting & sawing small pieces of wood
Universal teeth for general use, cuts along and across the grain
Precision cross ground teeth for extra sharpness
Solid brass back for maximum rigidity
Comfortable wooden handle secured...
Carpenters Try Square
TRCTS
Spear and Jackson Carpenters Try Square
The perfect hand tool for checking and marking right angles in constructional work.
It is rosewood stained with a brass top and bottom face for increased durability.
Features:
Perfect for marking right angles
Rosewood stained hardwood with brass top and bottom faces
Spring steel blade.
Available as a 6", 9" or 12" square
Traditional Skew Back Saw 22" x 10pts
TR9500R
Spear & Jackson 22" (559mm) x 10pts Traditional Skew Back Saw
A general purpose saw for use along and across the grain.
22" (559mm) harden and tempered carbon steel blade
10 PPI Resharpenable teeth
Precision cross ground
Riveted wooden handle
Fast cut - rapid, clean cutting action
Skew back for balance and reduced friction
Ideal for cutting planed wood, architraves,...
Carpenters Block Plane 6.5"
TRCBP65
Spear & Jackon No. 6 1/2" Block Plane.
Ideal for end grain work and single-handed operation.
Cast iron body
Precision milled base and faces
35mm wide low angle cutter and fully adjustable mouth
Brass adjusting screw
Carpenters Sliding Bevel
TRCSB
Spear & Jackson Carpenters Sliding Bevel
Carpenters Sliding Bevel. Rosewood Stained Hardwood with Brass Top and Bottom end plates.
Hardwood stock
Brass top and bottom end plates
Spring steel blade
Available in 7.5", 9" or 10" inch
Santa (with outline)
J10350
Santa shaped wooden blank with outline.
Burn patterns between the lines to create textures. or add a name to Santa's belt to create a personalised decoration for the Christmas tree!
The outline makes this a great project for kids too! Simply colour between the lines to make your very own Santa Claus.
Shaped like Santa
Blank comes with outline on one side only
Hole included for hanging
Size:...
Carpenters Marking Gauge
TRCMKG
Spear & Jackson Carpenter's Marking Gauge 8"
Rosewood Stained Hardwood with two brass plates on the working face, round brass bar through top section & brass lock screw on top.
Block size: 66 x 55 x 28 ± 1mm
Brass Plates in Block: 7 x 3mm
Brass Bar in Block: 12mm diameter
Hardwood stock and beam
Brass wear plates and locking screw
Internal brass thread
Carpenters Smoothing Plane
TRCSP
Spear & Jackson Carpenter's Smoothing Plane.
Ideal for cabinet work and general joinery.
Cast iron body
Precision milled base and faces
45mm or 50mm wide high carbon steel blade options available
Micro Mesh Pen Finishing Kit
MMPK
Designed specifically with pen turners in mind.
This finishing kit consists of nine different, colour coded, foam backed sanding pads measuring 2" x 2".
Grits range from 1500 through to 12000.
Highly recommended for natural woods.
Carpenters Jack Plane
TRCJP5
Spear & Jackson No. 5 Carpenters Jack Plane
No. 5 Jack Plane. Ideal for the initial preparation of rough timber.
Cast iron body
Precision milled base and faces
50mm wide high carbon steel blade
Brass adjusting screw
Micro Mesh Acrylic Pen Finishing Kit
MMAPK
Designed to produce a high gloss, scratch free finish on acrylics and stabilised woods.
Pack contains nine different foam backed sanding pads in aluminium oxide.
Grits range from 600 through to 12000.
Each pad measures 2" x 2".
Ball Points (Pack of 3)
PPBP
Ball Point wire tips for the Peter Child Pyrography Machine.
The Ball Points are perfect for writing, stippling and general detail work. One pack contains 3 x Ball Points of the same size.
Ball made from Chromium steel with thicker 22 SWG Nickel-Chromium alloy wire, and with normal use, will last many years. Thicker points do need a higher setting to get a given temperature. The best heat control...
Four Piece Carpenters Tool Set
TRCT4PS
Four Piece Carpenter's Tool Set
A carpenter's tool set featuring a sliding bevel, carpenter's try square, mortice gauge and smoothing plane.
Hardwood handles
Brass fittings
Spring steel handles
Tools included in the set
9"/230mm Sliding Bevel
9"/230mm Carpenters Set Square
8"/200mm Mortice Gauge
No.4 Smoothing Plane
Skew Point (Pack of 2)
PYROCSSKEW
The Skew Point, designed for use with the Peter Child's Pyrography machine.
The Skew is perfect for getting into tight places and for burning fine line details. One pack contains 2 x Skew Points.
Made from thicker 22 SWG Nickel Chromium wire and, with normal use, will last many years. Thicker points do need a higher setting to get a given temperature. The best heat control setting will be...
Bottle Opener
BOTOP
This bottle opener makes an attractive gift and the handle is simple to turn between centres.
Please note, the timber is not included. The image is an example of what you could create with the kit.
Artisan Handled Corkscrew Bottle Stopper Kit
ACBSK
Opening bottles and maintaining freshness is easier than ever with the convenient two-in-one Artisan® Handled Corkscrew/Bottle Stopper. Please note, prolonged contact with liquid may cause corrosion or pitting.
Ergonomic handle design for easy cork removal
Threaded solid shaft design for increased strength
Professional quality wire corkscrew won’t split cork
Tapered rubber seal...
Elegance 3 Tier Cake Stand Fittings
CSEL
Three tier cake stand fittings in gold.
Personalise your cake stand by creating your own plates with a selection of wood. Use the same wood for all three plates or go from dark to light to vary the colours. You could also experiment with resin to add a touch of colour.
Supplied in three parts (top, middle and bottom) along with screws and washers
Easy to assemble kit, choose to use 2 tiers...
Brass Shoe Horn
JBSH
The Brass Shoe Horn kit is a practical, easy-to-make project that can be used every day. Simply turn a handle and bond together to form this useful and functional aid.
Each kit includes a threaded insert for mounting into a turned wooden handle and gold plated end cap with lanyard.
Please note, the kit is supplied in individual parts. Some of the images show an example of what you could create...
Gold Decorative Box Hinge
BH35
Decorative box hinge, complete with gold band with bow, quality hinge and catch. An easy-to-turn project.
Approximately:
56mm outer diameter
52mm inner diameter x 3mm deep
Please note, some of the images show an example of what you could create with the box hinge project kit. The timber is not included.
Mixed Sample Set of Points (Pack of 6)
PYROCSMIXSAMP
New to the Peter Child range of pyrography accessories; the Mixed Sample Set.
When you purchase a Peter Child Pyrography machine, it includes 5 x Medium Loop Points, 1 x Spoon Point and a meter length of medium wire to create your own points. We've now created a sample set for you to try all the other points available in just one purchase, giving you an opportunity to try them out before buying...
Swallowtail Butterfly Peel-Off Stencil Set
STSWT
Nick Agar has used stencils and made his own for many years creating and teaching woodworking and decorating techniques. Chroma Craft has worked closely with Nick to develop the design and detail to produce just the right shape and size to suit his artistic style. The Stencil material is specially formulated for use with low saturation solvent or acrylic paints. The self-adhering film is flexible,...
Traditional Skew Back Saw 24" x 7pts
TR9515K
Spear & Jackson Traditional Skew Back Saw 24" x 7pts
A coarser cutting saw for use along and across the grain.
24" (610mm) harden and tempered carbon steel blade
7 PPI Resharpenable teeth
Precision cross ground
Riveted wooden handle
Fast cut - rapid, clean cutting action
Skew back for balance and reduced friction
Ideal for cutting all rough sawn timber
Comfortable...