Robert Sorby
Robert Sorby is the world's premier manufacturer of specialist wood working tools with a heritage dating back over two hundred years. Our tools can be bought over the counter or online through our worldwide network of dealers. Today, our factory in Sheffield, England, produces an extensive selection of high quality woodturning, woodcarving and woodworker's tools.
These are much sought after tools in all corners of the world!
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Robert Sorby 1/2' Modular Tool Rest Stem
A 1/2" tool rest stem. This stem system enables the turner to build up a collection of tool rests without going to great expense.
Robert Sorby 765/S16 5/8' (16mm) Stem, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
A tool rest stem to fit directly into your lathe to hold the numerous cross bars and box scraper platform.
Robert Sorby 765/S19 3/4' (19mm) Stem, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
A tool rest stem to fit directly into your lathe to hold the numerous cross bars and box scraper platform.
Robert Sorby 765/S22 7/8' (22mm) Stem, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
A tool rest stem to fit directly into your lathe to hold the numerous cross bars and box scraper platform.
Robert Sorby 765/S24 1' (25.4mm) Stem, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
A tool rest stem to fit directly into your lathe to hold the numerous cross bars and box scraper platform.
Robert Sorby 765/S25 25mm Stem, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
A tool rest stem to fit directly into your lathe to hold the numerous cross bars and box scraper platform.
Robert Sorby 765/S28 28mm Stem, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
A tool rest stem to fit directly into your lathe to hold the numerous cross bars and box scraper platform.
Robert Sorby 765/S30 30mm Stem, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
A tool rest stem to fit directly into your lathe to hold the numerous cross bars and box scraper platform.
Robert Sorby 766/4 4' (100mm) Crossbar, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
These crossbars are specially hardened to avoid those irritating little nicks, so that your tool moves along smoothly. Available in 4", 6" and 9" lengths.
Robert Sorby 766/6 6' (150mm) Crossbar, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
These crossbars are specially hardened to avoid those irritating little nicks, so that your tool moves along smoothly. Available in 4", 6" and 9" lengths.
Robert Sorby 766/9 9' (229mm) Crossbar, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
These crossbars are specially hardened to avoid those irritating little nicks, so that your tool moves along smoothly. Available in 4", 6" and 9" lengths.
Robert Sorby 767 9' (229mm) Internal Bowl Crossbar, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
Most turners have problems with their lathe tool rest. The majority are either cast or made from low grade and tend to be relatively soft. As a result , when a square tool, like a parting tool, is used it can dig into the rest creating a series of notches. This in turn makes it very difficult to produce a smooth flow along the rest when trying to take an even cut.
The cross bars from the...
Robert Sorby 767E 9' (229mm) External Bowl Crossbar, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
Most turners have problems with their lathe tool rest. The majority are either cast or made from low grade and tend to be relatively soft. As a result , when a square tool, like a parting tool, is used it can dig into the rest creating a series of notches. This in turn makes it very difficult to produce a smooth flow along the rest when trying to take an even cut.
The cross bars from...
Robert Sorby 768 Box Scraper Platform, for Sorby Modular Toolrest System
The Robert Sorby box scraper platform allows extra support when working inside small hollow forms.
Robert Sorby 45HS Set of 5 Micro Tools for Minature Spindle Turning, 6 1/4' (159mm) Handles
The 45HS is a spindle turners set. These are of particular interest to the turner who makes miniature dolls house furniture. Set consits of 1/4" Spindle Gouge, 1/8" Spindle Gouge, 1/4" Round Nose Scraper, 1/4" Skew Chisel, 1/16" Parting Tool.
Designed for use on a mini lathe or for work on smaller projects, this extensive collection of micro turning tools offers the turner a wide variety of...
Robert Sorby 46HS Set of 5 Micro Tools for Minature Boxes / Vessels, 6 1/4' (159mm) Handles
The 46HS intermediate set of for those projects a little larger in wsize. They feature slightly heavier blade sections than their counterparts. Ideal for small boxes and vessels up to 4".
Set consists of:
8mm Spindle roughing gouge, 6mm spindle gouge, 10mm shear scraper, 12mm skew chisel and 2mm fluted parting tool.
Robert Sorby 47HS Set of 5 Micro Tools for Minature Hollowing and Fine Spindle / Detailing Work, 6 1
A combination set offering miniature hollowing tools and sensitive round skew chisels for spindle and detailing work. Set consists of 1/4" Bedan, 3/8" curved scraper, 3/16" hollowing tool, 1/8" round skew and 1/4" round skew.
Robert Sorby 55HS 5 Piece Bead Forming Tool Set, 8 1/2' (216mm) Handles
These 5 tools available as box set 55HS, they will cut perfect semi-circular beads. Nose design permits multiple bead design.
This set includes 5 x 835H in sizes;
1/8" (3mm),
3/16" (5mm)
1/4" (6mm)
5/16" (8mm)
3/8" (10mm)
Robert Sorby 67HS 6 Piece Turning Tool Set
Robert Sorby 67HS 6 Piece Turning Tool Set
Robert Sorby A86HS3T Modular Micro Pen Turning Set
888 Handle 888/1 Micro ½" (13mm) Roughing Gouge 888/2 Micro ½" (13mm) Spindle Master 888/3 Micro 1/16" (2mm) Parting Tool
Robert Sorby SOV-16 16' Sovereign System (handle only)
16" Sovereign handle without collets.
Robert Sorby SOV-16S 16' Sovereign System (inc 3/8' and 1/2' collet adaptors)
Sovereign is a new handle system for woodturners. Like all other Robert Sorby products it is made in Sheffield to the most exacting engineering standards. Sovereign is the name of the interchangeable handle and is available in two lengths - 16" and 22".\n\nThe handles are made of aluminium and alloy in combination to give the best of strength, balance and vibration dampening qualities. Each handle...
Robert Sorby SOV-C06 1/4' Collet, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
1/4" collet for the Sovereign system.
Robert Sorby SOV-C10 3/8' Collet, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
3/8" collet for the Sovereign system.
Robert Sorby SOV-C13 1/2' Collet, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
1/2" collet for the Sovereign system.
Robert Sorby SOV-CT Tanged Tool Collet for Sovereign System
A NEW flat / tang collet increases tool range capacity to include scrapers, parting tools, spindle roughing gouges and many more.
Robert Sorby SOV-CW Counterweight, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
There is an internal thread in the end cap allowing for the fitting of a counterweight. This means that the weight is always in the bottom of the handle where you want it.
Robert Sorby SOV-RS100 Midi Multi-Tip Hollowing Tool, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
The Multi Tip Hollowing Tool has been in existence for a number of years. It comes complete with three cutters - two for hollowing and a third for scraping. One of the beauties of this tool is that it has a half round shank which enables a full 3/4" to be in contact with the tool rest giving the turner complete control when hollowing. Of the two hollowing tips one is rounded for a flowing shape whilst...
Robert Sorby SOV-RS130 Midi Hollowmaster, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
The side handle offers the turner extra control and is particularly useful for deep hollowing. Knurling gives more grip.
Robert Sorby SOV-RS200 Multi-Tip Hollowing Tool, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
The Multi Tip Hollowing Tool has been in existence for a number of years. It comes complete with three cutters - two for hollowing and a third for scraping. One of the beauties of this tool is that it has a half round shank which enables a full 3/4" to be in contact with the tool rest giving the turner complete control when hollowing. Of the two hollowing tips one is rounded for a flowing shape whilst...
Robert Sorby SOV-RS230 Hollowmaster, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
The Hollowmaster is designed to enable the hollowing of vases. Its swan neck shape allows the cutter to access under rims. Like the Multi Tip Hollowing Tool it has a half round shank which when the flat surface is placed on the tool rest gives extra control. It comes complete with two cutters - one for hollowing and a second for finishing.
Robert Sorby SOV-RS300 Extra Long Multi-Tip Hollowing Tool, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
The Multi Tip Hollowing Tool has been in existence for a number of years. It comes complete with three cutters - two for hollowing and a third for scraping. One of the beauties of this tool is that it has a half round shank which enables a full 3/4" to be in contact with the tool rest giving the turner complete control when hollowing. Of the two hollowing tips one is rounded for a flowing shape whilst...
Robert Sorby SOV-RSULTS Small Sovereign Ultima Hollowing Tool Blade
For those who already own a Sovereign handle we do supply just the blades on their own. The smaller blade with 1/2" diameter shaft measures 13" overall. The medium blade has a 5/8" shaft and measures 18" overall.
Robert Sorby SOV-SH Side Handle, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
The side handle offers the turner extra control and is particularly useful for deep hollowing. Knurling gives more grip
Robert Sorby SOV-TC Threaded Coupler, for Robert Sorby Sovereign System
For those wanting to join two or more Sovereign handles together we offer a dedicated threaded coupler.
Robert Sorby SOV-ULTCSJ Sovereign Ultima Cutter Sharpening Jig
To make sharpening quick and convenient there is also a dedicated sharpening jig. The main section is made from phosphor bronze which allows it to rotate freely within the sleeve. This means it can be used either with a diamond file, bench grinder of ProEdge. It will also man other full round cutters
Robert Sorby SOV-ULTFCHM Medium Sovereign Ultima Finishing Cutter Head
An optional finishing cutter head which has a shear scraper cutter can be fitted allowing the turner to achieve a smooth surface finish. This cutter head can also be used with a variety of cutters already available from Robert Sorby.
Robert Sorby SOV-ULTFCHS Small Sovereign Ultima Finishing Cutter Head
An optional finishing cutter head which has a shear scraper cutter can be fitted allowing the turner to achieve a smooth surface finish. This cutter head can also be used with a variety of cutters already available from Robert Sorby.
Robert Sorby SOV16S-ULTS Small Sovereign Ultima Hollowing System
The Sovereign Ultima Hollowing System enables the woodturner to create a myriad of hollow form shapes in both wet and dry woods thanks to its razor sharp cutting edge and articulating head and link system. It is equally effective on bowl grain work as well as end-grain project. The Ultima is available in two sizes. The systems come fitted to the Sovereign interchangable handle. Each Sovereign Ultima...
Robert Sorby SOV22S-ULTM Medium Sovereign Ultima Hollowing System
The Sovereign Ultima Hollowing System enables the woodturner to create a myriad of hollow form shapes in both wet and dry woods thanks to its razor sharp cutting edge and articulating head and link system. It is equally effective on bowl grain work as well as end-grain project. The Ultima is available in two sizes. The systems come fitted to the Sovereign interchangable handle. Each Sovereign Ultima...
