Charnwood Viper M2017-1 M2 Cryo Hardened HSS 3/8" Spindle Gouge Short Version

Charnwood Viper M2017-1

M2 Cryo Hardened HSS 3/8" Spindle Gouge Short Version

• This is a shorter version of M2017-2. Used for small-scale projects, delicate detailing, and working on smaller lathes where, large tools lack maneuverability.
• 10mm (3/8") Spindle Gouge
• 8.5mm (1/4") Flute Width
• Shallow U Shaped Flute Grind
• Blade Made From M2 HSS Steel
• Cryo Hardened To 65HRC
• Contoured Handles Made From Ash
• Distinctive Stainless Steel Ferrules
• Handle Length 215mm
• Blade Length 150mm
• Supplied In A Transparent Hanging Storage Tube

Intended Use

• A spindle gouge is a woodturning chisel used for detailed shaping work on spindle projects — meaning wood that’s mounted with the grain running parallel to the lathe bed.
• Its shallow flute and lighter build make it ideal for controlled, precise cuts rather than heavy stock removal.
• You use a spindle gouge to:
• Cut beads and coves
• Shape decorative profiles
• Blend curves smoothly
• Add fine details
• Refine spindle forms like chair legs, handles, and balusters
• Because it’s designed for finesse, it gives you excellent control when creating flowing shapes and crisp transitions.

Cryo Hardened M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel

• Cryogenic treatment of M2 HSS means this steel has been subjected to a complex immersion procedure at temperatures as low as minus 195C. The result is that the High Speed steel has a hardness of 65HRC. That is extremely hard. Typical HSS chisels are 58HRC. A higher hardness level improves wear resistance and edge-holding ability, ensuring that your tools stay sharper for longer, typically 5 times longer than standard HSS chisels.
• With M2C chisels you spend more time turning: less time sharpening. When it is time for sharpening the blades are remarkably fast and easy to sharpen, as they allow you to remove less material to produce a perfect razor sharp edge.
• With handles made from Ash, distinctive stainless steel ferrules and laser etched blades. The blades are sharpened, polished and ready to go.

• Gouge Width (Outside): 10mm (3/8")
• Flute Width (Inside): 8.5mm (1/4")
• Tip Shape: Shallow U Shaped Flute Grind
• Blade Length: 150mm
• Handle Length: 215mm
• Total Tool Length: 365mm
• Blade Material: Cryo Hardened M2 HSS
• Weight: 200g