From top to bottom: Parting tool, Skew, Finger Nail gouge, bowl gouge, Spindle gouge, and Roughing gouge.Aug 13, 2015
Which tool is best for turning beads in wood on a lathe?
Used to shape a piece and create coves, beads and other details, spindle gouges are identifiable by their shallow flute and are available in a wide range of sizes. Most spindle gouges have a 'fingernail' grind, meaning the edges are ground back for versatility and clearance.