: Always cut "downhill" (with the grain) to prevent tear-out.
: Used for taking square stock down to a cylinder. Download Woodturning0422 pdf
: Keep the tool rest within one inch of the workpiece to maintain leverage. : Always cut "downhill" (with the grain) to prevent tear-out
: Anchor the tool on the rest, level the bevel against the wood, then lead the edge into the cut. level the bevel against the wood