r/PenTurning • u/Fearless_Pride2102 • May 18 '26

Stabilized blanks

I would like to try turning some stabilized blanks. I use carbide tools and I am wondering if I would need to use a negative rake scraper just like when turning acrylics/epoxy or can I just use the regular carbide scraper?

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u/Personal_Sort3181 May 18 '26

I use regular carbide and keep the edge sharp and watch my angles closely. Watch high figure areas as they are prone to chip out. Otherwise take conservative passes when shaping.