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Inexpensive texturing tool
- Thread starter Webb Willmott
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Lance Mirrer
AKA "taxman"
Search for Knurling tools. There are many very reasonable varieties that produce different patterns.
My texturing tool cost $5. https://www.harborfreight.com/6-in-grinding-wheel-dresser-71274.html
And the pneumatic one was $40. https://www.harborfreight.com/compact-air-needle-scaler-58646.html
And the pneumatic one was $40. https://www.harborfreight.com/compact-air-needle-scaler-58646.html
I haven't see it. Reviews are mixed. What I don't like is it's basically a spiraling tool and doesn't come with the pointed start wheel. I have several spiraling tools but use the point wheel far more. Depends on what you make and what you like.
The I don't see the shaft diameter in the description of that tool. A star wheel from another source might fit.
Be aware that some have reported losing the fastening screw when it loosened; too tight and the spiraling wheel wouldn't spin. A dab of blue locktite on the threads might help.
Spiraling on disk:
Texturing with the pointed star wheel on spindles. More fun, I think!
Nice for a tool handle too.
JKJ