What woods is this set meant for?

Soft and medium woods such as basswood, butternut and pine. The thin blades are not suited to hardwoods or mallet work.

Is the 60-degree angle important?

It sets the parting profile, which is made for cutting clean separation lines between carved elements. It is not a general-purpose bench chisel angle.

How do I keep the blades from rusting?

Dry them after every session and wipe on a light oil. Store them where moisture does not reach them.

Four parting tools: 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm and 4 mm, each with a carbon steel blade and a wood handle.

Can I sharpen these myself?

Yes, but the small blades need a fine stone and a light touch. Hone at the existing bevel angle to keep the parting profile.

Where is the Parting Micro Tool Set 60 deg cheapest?

At Walmart, for $74.95, as of our latest check.

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Parting Micro Tool Set 60 deg

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Parting Micro Tool Set 60 deg

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Our take on the Parting Micro Tool Set 60 deg

A four-piece set of Flexcut parting tools in the micro line, sized 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm and 4 mm. Each has a 1.75-inch carbon steel blade on a wood handle, about 5.5 inches overall, with a 60-degree parting profile for cutting clean separation lines in relief carving and fine joinery. The set gives a carver a graduated range of widths in one purchase, which is more than most single-tool parting options offer. It suits detail work in basswood and other soft woods more than heavy stock removal.

Best forRelief and caricature carvers working in soft woodsBuyers who want a graduated range of parting widthsFine detail and separation linesCarvers already using Flexcut micro tools

Pros

Four widths from 1.5 mm to 4 mm in one set
Carbon steel blades hold a fine edge for detail work
Compact 5.5-inch length suits controlled, close work
Wood handles are comfortable for long sessions
60-degree profile cuts crisp separation lines

Cons

Carbon steel needs drying and oiling to avoid rust
Small blades are fragile and easy to snap with side pressure
Not built for hardwoods or mallet work
Handles are small for large hands

Parting Micro Tool Set 60 deg prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Carvers who use Flexcut micro tools rate the sharpness and control highly for fine detail. The recurring complaints are blade fragility and rust on the carbon steel when tools are put away damp.

What people mention

SharpnessPraisedOwners say the tools arrive sharp and cut cleanly in soft wood.
Blade durabilityCriticisedThe thin micro blades are reported to snap when twisted or levered.
RustCriticisedCarbon steel blades show rust if stored damp without oil.
Handle comfortMixedHandles are fine for detail work but feel small to carvers with large hands.
ValuePraisedBuyers like getting four graduated widths in one set.

About the Parting Micro Tool Set 60 deg

This Flexcut Parting Micro Tool Set has four micro parting tools with a 60-degree angle. Each tool has a carbon steel blade and a wood handle.

Each tool is 5.5 inches long overall, and the blade is 1.75 inches long. The set comes hang packaged.

Brand: Flexcut
Angle: 60 degrees
Overall length: 5.5 in
Blade length: 1.75 in
Blade material: Carbon steel
Handle material: Wood
In the set: MT35 (1.5 mm), MT36 (2 mm), MT37 (3 mm), MT38 (4 mm)
Packaging: Hang packaged

Specifications

color: BrownSource
size: 60 Degree Parting Micro Tool SetSource

Questions and answers

What woods is this set meant for?: Soft and medium woods such as basswood, butternut and pine. The thin blades are not suited to hardwoods or mallet work.
Is the 60-degree angle important?: It sets the parting profile, which is made for cutting clean separation lines between carved elements. It is not a general-purpose bench chisel angle.
How do I keep the blades from rusting?: Dry them after every session and wipe on a light oil. Store them where moisture does not reach them.
What is in the set?: Four parting tools: 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm and 4 mm, each with a carbon steel blade and a wood handle.
Can I sharpen these myself?: Yes, but the small blades need a fine stone and a light touch. Hone at the existing bevel angle to keep the parting profile.
Where is the Parting Micro Tool Set 60 deg cheapest?: At Walmart, for $74.95, as of our latest check.