KJ Tools – Tungsten Carbide Trim Tool – Pear Shape

Pear shape tungsten carbide tool is the most versatile tool, made for removing large mass of clay. It can be used for general trimming of your pot, or making rough foot shape. Its pointy end is useful when it comes to trimming narrow pots, especially long necked vases but also for some more refined trimming. Flat side is best to smoothing out flat surfaces and creating nice crisp edges.

Design: Tool is made from 3 parts: Beech wood handle, brushed aluminum cap and Tungsten carbide blade.

Handle: The handle is turned by hand from Beech wood to assure its durability and great shape to match any hand. It sits nicely in your palm so you can grip it tightly for the best trimming results.

Blade: Blade is made from tungsten carbide which is one of the hardest metals. It doesnt wear or dull like steel does and can be used without sharpening for a long time. It is sharpened to an angle so it cuts through clay like butter.

Caution: Blade is made from material which is very hard and durable, so it stays sharp for a long time, you can not bend it in the fingers. But because of this it is brittle and if dropped blades can shatter like porcelain. Dont soak it in water, after using quickly wash it and wipe to dry.

Sharpening: The Tool is extremely sharp and durable, but after months of regular use it can slightly dull. To maintain its high trimming performance if needed use fine (400 grid or finer ) diamond file or if you dont have one simply good sandpaper. File inner part as outer is beveled and doesnt need sharpening.