SPD-KNIFE-red carving knife, used for ceramic pieces to carve patterns on the clay surface. Made of stainless steel, size 1.2x15.3 cm (blade length 4.0 cm).
A standard multi-purpose tool for ceramics and sculpting. It features a slender, pointed blade, specifically designed for trimming and shaping clay.
Applications
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Cutting clay slabs: Used for smoothly and precisely cutting clay slabs along straight lines or desired curved patterns/shapes.
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Piercing and perforating: With its sharp, tapered blade, it is ideal for piercing clay walls to create openwork patterns or to make openings for lamps, aroma diffusers in ceramic work.
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Trimming and smoothing seams: Use the blade to trim and refine the edges of vessel rims, bases, or to scrape off and smooth fettling lines that appear after removing the piece from a plaster mold.
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Scoring for attachment: The knife tip can be used to score crosshatch patterns on leather-hard clay surfaces, preparing the area for applying slip to join clay pieces together, such as attaching cup handles.
Highlights
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Genuine flexible stainless steel blade: The blade is made of high-quality stainless steel, resistant to rust from clay moisture. The blade has slight flexibility, allowing it to adapt easily to the curves of sculpted pieces.
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Lightweight natural wood handle: The handle is made of smooth, lightweight hardwood, providing a firm and comfortable grip, similar to holding a pen. This allows the sculptor to control pressure and direction for precise and detailed craft trimming.