Scrapers are used almost only for face plate work and bowl turning. They are pressed into the work piece and use a 'scraping' action to cut away the wood. This process leaves a rough finish but is essential for hollowing out deep bowls or containers. |  |
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Explore the 3D scraper tool here: | |
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 | The scraper has a simple rectangular profile with a range of different shaped ends. The most common being a half round shape like we can see here. |
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Scrapers should only ever be used pointing downwards from the rotating work piece. Thus if the scraper 'catches' the work piece it can simply bounce off |  |
If pointing upwards, the tool may 'dig in' resulting in the handle being thrown upwards at the user |  |
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