I review two tools from the Carter & Sons range of premium wood turning tools. Carter & Son website: carterandsontoo... The Toolpost UK website: www.toolpost.co...
Mike I ordered a 1-1/4" roughing gouge, 1" bowl scraper, 5/8" bowl gouge, 1/8" parting tool, 3/8" spindle gouge and a 1" skew chisel all with aluminum handles, and from Carter and Son tool works. I am totally new to wood turning but decided to go with good quality tools, thanks for the good review.
Excellent review Mike. I am looking into purchasing a full set one day thanks to all the great reviews I have read and seen. A recommendation from you is as good as gold in my book. Thanks for the review.
You should send Carter and Son a nasty email requesting one Carl. what good is a tool if you can't dress appropriately to demonstrate it. Maybe they just figured you were too sexy for your shirt LOL
Excellent... Great review on the tools... I think them tools look amazing! and like you said "there a pleasure to use" I could tell they were just from watching... Cheers...
If nothing else, they would look great a set on your wall! Brilliant looking tools. I have seen Carl Jacobson use his and always wondered how solid the aluminium handles were to use. Thank you very much for the review mate. All the best from Oz, Glen
Hi Glen, they are lovely to use, and "feel" solid in use, I am very impressed with them, and honestly feel they are a great long term investment. Take care Mike
Enjoyed the review Mike. Wow, that bowl gouge seems impressive, and the fact that it arrives with a proper edge already on it is a plus for sure. Going to have to take a hard look at that. May have to buy myself a Christmas present. Thanks for sharing this. Informative and enjoyable as usual. Thanks again, Fred
Mike I am soon doing a review on some of the Carter tools. One is the English Bedan. There is little I can find on how to use it. I have seen Jean François Escoulen demonstrate the French Bedan. Do you use one or have any info. It would be much appreciated. Sam
+WYOMINGWOODTURNER Hi Sam...I have the same dilemma as I have one also, and cannot find any videos on how to correctly use it :(. Sorry I can't be of more help. Cheers Mike
Mike I did find a video which you may find helpful. It is well done and it is a different take on the beading/parting tool or just parting tools ground with one bevel. Thanks for getting back to me. Sam
Hi Mike interesting review and a hell of all lot of down Tums :( Looking forward to seeing you turn some of those elm and ask blanks and giving the 5/8 a good work out good luck Robbie
Thanks Robbie, every one is entitled to there own opinion mate, so I never worry about thumbs down. I find them great, and love using them, but then that's just a personal opinion. Thanks for your support mate, I appreciate it a lot. Take care Mike
Thanks for the review, they do look like great tools. A little bit out of my price range for now, maybe next year. As always enjoy your videos. Thanks and take care, David
Hello Mike, Thank you for an excellent review. Ever since I first saw the Carter & Son tools about a year ago I have had a desire to own a set as to me they just shout "quality". It's interesting that Toolpost are now the UK agents for them. My Wivamac lathe came from there so I've had connections with them before. I must get an extra large Xmas stocking this year. Brendan is going to need a really big one if he's now also getting a planer/thicknesser. Best wishes, Alan.
Thanks Alan, as I've said before, and no doubt will say again, I am really impressed with them. Peter, at the Toolpost is always very helpful, and indeed knowledgeable, and I rate them as highly as I do Axminster for service etc. I think Brendan is going to need a "Christmas Wader" instead of a stocking :) Take care Mike
Mike ... Good review ... just reinforces other reviews and comments I have seen about Caretr & Sons tools. I guess a new spindle gouge is going on the top of my Christmas Wish List!
Hi Mike my 'ol mukka !! You seem to be getting along nicely with the new tools.Because they hold an edge so well you are able to spend more time turning,instead of sharpening.It was a good review and will have given the serious wood turners a good place to start if they are thinking of splashing out on some top of the line hardware. Give our love to Mu. Buttress,Buttress......... Chris.
High Buttress Buddy, Thanks Chris your kind words (although not really meant) are much appreciated mate. I'm working on a "top" prototype that should be ready to film in the New Year. Love to the mob. Mike
Hey Mike, im looking for a little advice, im about to buy my first lathe and set of tools and i'm looking at which tools to get. I have done a little turning before, however im still very much a beginner. Are carbide tools worth the money? What are the main advantages/disadvantages with them? Do they still need to be fully sharpened occasionally or do i have to get new tips? Can i get away with just using a diamond sharpening card (as featured on your channel)? Or am I better off starting with a more traditional set and trying carbide tools once i have some more experience? Thanks Lee
Hi Lee, my personal opinion is to learn with traditional tools, as the skill set forms a good solid foundation of understanding the way tools cut, and presentation to the work etc. carbide tools can be "honed" with a good quality Diamond Card, like the Trend, it is a common misconception that you have to replace them when dull. when you feel confident with the basic traditional tools, then you are ready to experiment, and try new methods. I must reiterate this is just "my" opinion. Hope this helps Take care Mike
Hi Brendan, they are my friend. Sorry...table saw...I must have misunderstood your video...I though it was about sawing up a table.....my mistake ;) Take care Mike
I think this was one of the best reviews I have seen for Carter and Sons and I really want to try them too. Great camera and lighting and it made the tools look especially sweet,awesome,sexy!! Thanks for the video review, it makes me lust after a set of those.
Great review mike. They do look like lovely tools to use. I'm not sure why you've had so many thumbs down (13 at time of comment). Maybe the cost of the tools or just plain jealousy neither of which you can do anything about. Looking forward to seeing you turn some of those elm blanks you've been preparing. Cheers, Ben.
Hi Ben, obviously not to every ones taste, but I think they're superb, and really that's what matters. If I didn't like them or think they were not a good investment, I wouldn't have done a review, I have said nothing. Can't please all :) Take care Mike
I guess you could always set it on the heater for a few while the shop is warming up. I just looked up the cost of the aluminium for a 1 foot long 2'' round bar is $22 here. I wounder if I could turn that down into a handle.... hmmmmm
Hi Mike Good review, nice tools if a little expensive for me. Carter and sons gave you a nice sponsored tee shirt but I think it was a little remiss of them not to supply you with a sponsored bib for lunchtime !! Take care.................Andy.
Good review Mike. Whenever I see these tools being used they sound quite loud and metallic, if that makes sense. The sound of the cutting action seems magnified. I've spotted it on a number of videos, a little off putting. I wonder also what they will feel like when bloody cold on a typical winters day? Cheers Tom
Thanks Tom, they do take a little getting used to, but the performance and longevity of the edge, and pleasure of use, are worth the little time it takes. That is only my opinion though. Take care, and thanks for the comments. Take care Mike
Nice review mike . I suspect it may help me to part with some portraits of the Queen. As usual the workshop doesn't look like you've roughed out an egg cup never mind 14 bowls ! Maybe best you dont progress to the catwalk just yet . Cheers.
Okay, Mike, you have GOT to stop doing these awesome reviews. I can't afford everything you review and it's starting to be a problem!!! Just kidding!!! ;-) Wonderful review, Mike! Really enjoyed it! Thanks, .....Gord
Hi Earl, they are not "cheap", but I still feel in the long run they are a good investment, as they will last a very, very long time. Thanks for the comment, and watching. Cheers Mike
Can't agree there Larry, as the shank has a totally different configuration, but in the end "all" turning tools have similarities, it comes down to personal preference at the end of the day. Thanks for commenting. Take care Mike
Mike I ordered a 1-1/4" roughing gouge, 1" bowl scraper, 5/8" bowl gouge, 1/8" parting tool, 3/8" spindle gouge and a 1" skew chisel all with aluminum handles, and from Carter and Son tool works. I am totally new to wood turning but decided to go with good quality tools, thanks for the good review.
Glad you found the review of some use Stephen, there is no doubt they are top notch tools.
Cheers
Mike
Excellent review Mike. I am looking into purchasing a full set one day thanks to all the great reviews I have read and seen. A recommendation from you is as good as gold in my book. Thanks for the review.
Thanks Stephen, and your too kind mate, I appreciate it.
Take care
Mike
Great review Mike! Beautiful tools, just listening you talk about them makes you wish one had a few of them, thanks for sharing! Cheers! Daniel
Thank you Daniel, appreciate you watching, and they truly wonderful tools.
Take care
Mike
Great review Mike, I'm with you... I think the extra weight is a big plus.
HEY, I didn't get a shirt! lol
Take care,
Carl
You should send Carter and Son a nasty email requesting one Carl. what good is a tool if you can't dress appropriately to demonstrate it.
Maybe they just figured you were too sexy for your shirt LOL
Thanks Carl, i am totally sold with the bowl gouge, the spindle gouge is really good as well, as is the SHIRT ......lol
Take care my friend
Mike
Great demo MIke. Thank you very much. It looks like it would be a nice Chrismas present from my wife.
jack more Thanks Jack.
Take care
Mike
Thanks for the posts Mike. Coincidentally I have been researching tools and in particular Carter's tools so your video was timely.
Les
Hi Les, and thank you. Let me know what you think if you do get some.
Take care
Mike
Excellent... Great review on the tools... I think them tools look amazing! and like you said "there a pleasure to use" I could tell they were just from watching... Cheers...
Thanks Adam, they are really a pleasure to use, and a sound investment.
Take care
Mike
If nothing else, they would look great a set on your wall! Brilliant looking tools. I have seen Carl Jacobson use his and always wondered how solid the aluminium handles were to use. Thank you very much for the review mate.
All the best from Oz,
Glen
Hi Glen, they are lovely to use, and "feel" solid in use, I am very impressed with them, and honestly feel they are a great long term investment.
Take care
Mike
Enjoyed the review Mike. Wow, that bowl gouge seems impressive, and the fact that it arrives with a proper edge already on it is a plus for sure. Going to have to take a hard look at that. May have to buy myself a Christmas present. Thanks for sharing this. Informative and enjoyable as usual. Thanks again, Fred
Thanks you Fred, I'm sure you would not be disappointed. They are a big investment, but they will almost last a lifetime.
Take care
Mike
Mike
Very well reviewed. These look like great tools. I especially like your camera work. A pleasure to watch.
Sam
+WYOMINGWOODTURNER
Thanks Sam, appreciate your kind words my friend.
Cheers
Mike
Mike
I am soon doing a review on some of the Carter tools. One is the English Bedan. There is little I can find on how to use it. I have seen Jean François Escoulen demonstrate the French Bedan. Do you use one or have any info. It would be much appreciated. Sam
+WYOMINGWOODTURNER
Hi Sam...I have the same dilemma as I have one also, and cannot find any videos on how to correctly use it :(. Sorry I can't be of more help.
Cheers
Mike
Mike
I did find a video which you may find helpful. It is well done and it is a different take on the beading/parting tool or just parting tools ground with one bevel. Thanks for getting back to me. Sam
+WYOMINGWOODTURNER
Pleasure Sam , and thanks for the info, I'll have to search a bit harder...or maybe just wait for your review :)
Cheers
Mike
Great review Mike, Congratulations They look like a real dream to use. Love the show off of the T-shirt LOL
Take care
Albert
Thanks Albert, the T shirt was the clincher ;)
Take care
Mike
Well done Mike,
Those tools are class of the field.
Regards,
Bob
Thanks Bob, I love them, but maybe not to every ones taste.
Cheers
Mike
Hi Mike interesting review and a hell of all lot of down Tums :(
Looking forward to seeing you turn some of those elm and ask blanks and giving the 5/8 a good work out
good luck Robbie
Thanks Robbie, every one is entitled to there own opinion mate, so I never worry about thumbs down. I find them great, and love using them, but then that's just a personal opinion. Thanks for your support mate, I appreciate it a lot.
Take care
Mike
Hello Mike I like the Carter tools Thanks 😊
Excellent review Mike. Would be interested in hearing once you do have to sharpen, is it any more difficult due to the harder alloy?
Thanks Jim, I have "touched" up the edge on the grinder once now, and had no problems at all.
Take care
Mike
Thanks for the review, they do look like great tools. A little bit out of my price range for now, maybe next year. As always enjoy your videos. Thanks and take care, David
Glad you liked the video David, they are "top end", but are a great investment for the long term.
Cheers
Mike
Thanks Mike! After watching your and Sam's reviews I'm gonna start saving my egg and butter money so I can get a few of their tools!
Take care, Dave
+David Morgan
Hi David, they really are exceptional tools
Cheers
Mike
Hello Mike,
Thank you for an excellent review.
Ever since I first saw the Carter & Son tools about a year ago I have had a desire to own a set as to me they just shout "quality".
It's interesting that Toolpost are now the UK agents for them. My Wivamac lathe came from there so I've had connections with them before.
I must get an extra large Xmas stocking this year.
Brendan is going to need a really big one if he's now also getting a planer/thicknesser.
Best wishes,
Alan.
Thanks Alan, as I've said before, and no doubt will say again, I am really impressed with them. Peter, at the Toolpost is always very helpful, and indeed knowledgeable, and I rate them as highly as I do Axminster for service etc.
I think Brendan is going to need a "Christmas Wader" instead of a stocking :)
Take care
Mike
Mike ... Good review ... just reinforces other reviews and comments I have seen about Caretr & Sons tools. I guess a new spindle gouge is going on the top of my Christmas Wish List!
Thanks Gerald, I really feel they are a good long term investment.
Take care
Mike
Hi Mike my 'ol mukka !!
You seem to be getting along nicely with the new tools.Because they hold an edge so well you are able to spend more time turning,instead of sharpening.It was a good review and will have given the serious wood turners a good place to start if they are thinking of splashing out on some top of the line hardware.
Give our love to Mu.
Buttress,Buttress.........
Chris.
High Buttress Buddy,
Thanks Chris your kind words (although not really meant) are much appreciated mate. I'm working on a "top" prototype that should be ready to film in the New Year.
Love to the mob.
Mike
Nice one mate !!
An excellent review, those tools look fantastic.
Thanks Steve, I was very impressed with them, especially how long they keep a razor sharp edge.
Take care
Mike
Good review of some remarkable tools!
Thank you, they are marvelous to use.
Cheers
Mike
Hey Mike, im looking for a little advice, im about to buy my first lathe and set of tools and i'm looking at which tools to get. I have done a little turning before, however im still very much a beginner. Are carbide tools worth the money? What are the main advantages/disadvantages with them? Do they still need to be fully sharpened occasionally or do i have to get new tips? Can i get away with just using a diamond sharpening card (as featured on your channel)? Or am I better off starting with a more traditional set and trying carbide tools once i have some more experience?
Thanks
Lee
Hi Lee, my personal opinion is to learn with traditional tools, as the skill set forms a good solid foundation of understanding the way tools cut, and presentation to the work etc. carbide tools can be "honed" with a good quality Diamond Card, like the Trend, it is a common misconception that you have to replace them when dull. when you feel confident with the basic traditional tools, then you are ready to experiment, and try new methods. I must reiterate this is just "my" opinion.
Hope this helps
Take care
Mike
Entertaining👍 you make it look absolutely easy
Thanks Leroy.
Those seem to be great tools. I particularly like the spindle gouge so I might have to amend my Santa list... what table saw?
Best Wishes, Brendan.
Hi Brendan, they are my friend. Sorry...table saw...I must have misunderstood your video...I though it was about sawing up a table.....my mistake ;)
Take care
Mike
Mike Waldt Yeah, I hope my wife made the same mistake because there's a planer-thicknessser on the horizon, LOL
B.
baconsoda Oh NO!!!!! Now I am really very jealous :)
Cheers
Mike
I think this was one of the best reviews I have seen for Carter and Sons and I really want to try them too. Great camera and lighting and it made the tools look especially sweet,awesome,sexy!! Thanks for the video review, it makes me lust after a set of those.
Thanks for the kind words Erik, they are great to use, and will last a very very long time.
Take care
Mike
Great review mike. They do look like lovely tools to use.
I'm not sure why you've had so many thumbs down (13 at time of comment). Maybe the cost of the tools or just plain jealousy neither of which you can do anything about.
Looking forward to seeing you turn some of those elm blanks you've been preparing.
Cheers,
Ben.
Hi Ben, obviously not to every ones taste, but I think they're superb, and really that's what matters. If I didn't like them or think they were not a good investment, I wouldn't have done a review, I have said nothing. Can't please all :)
Take care
Mike
A great informative video again Mike. Got me thinking now though.....lol
Thanks Keith, they are really great tools.
Cheers
Mike
I guess you could always set it on the heater for a few while the shop is warming up. I just looked up the cost of the aluminium for a 1 foot long 2'' round bar is $22 here. I wounder if I could turn that down into a handle.... hmmmmm
With your customiseable abilities Chris, anything is possible.
Thanks for watching
Take care
Mike
Very good review Mike,saw them at SWAT Symposium in Waco Tx this year,they looked very good and well made tools.
Cheers Colin.
Hi Colin, they are extremely well made and a pleasure to use. Thanks also for watching, and commenting.
Take care
Mike
Hi Mike
Good review, nice tools if a little expensive for me.
Carter and sons gave you a nice sponsored tee shirt but I think it was a little remiss of them
not to supply you with a sponsored bib for lunchtime !!
Take care.................Andy.
Thanks Andy, lol....I couldn't agree more....maybe......... ;)
Take care
Mike
Good review Mike. Whenever I see these tools being used they sound quite loud and metallic, if that makes sense. The sound of the cutting action seems magnified. I've spotted it on a number of videos, a little off putting. I wonder also what they will feel like when bloody cold on a typical winters day?
Cheers
Tom
Thanks Tom, they do take a little getting used to, but the performance and longevity of the edge, and pleasure of use, are worth the little time it takes. That is only my opinion though.
Take care, and thanks for the comments.
Take care
Mike
Nice and clear review of what looks like a well weighted tool.
LOL, butter stain!
Thanks Mark, and yes I can be a messy eater on occasion ;)
Take care
Mike
Nice review mike . I suspect it may help me to part with some portraits of the Queen. As usual the workshop doesn't look like you've roughed out an egg cup never mind 14 bowls ! Maybe best you dont progress to the catwalk just yet . Cheers.
Thanks for the "kind" words. My modeling days are over before they begin, me thinks :)
Take care
Mike
The tool post has closed down anywhere else in uk sell these tools??
Afraid not to my knowledge. They are on Amazon, but are pricey. Cheers. Mike
Great review Mike. If you don't need your old ones now I'll take them off your hands for the same price as you paid for these.. lol
Thanks Adrian.....and "No Comment"....;)
Cheers
Mike
nice tools mike ,,but a bit pricey at the moment great vid all the best ,,, paul,,,,,
Thanks Paul, they are really something to consider for the long term, as they will give many, many years of unwavering service.
Cheers
Mike
Okay, Mike, you have GOT to stop doing these awesome reviews. I can't afford everything you review and it's starting to be a problem!!!
Just kidding!!! ;-) Wonderful review, Mike! Really enjoyed it!
Thanks,
.....Gord
Thanks Gordon, I'll take note of what you say.......possibly :)
They are great tools, and a joy to use, in my humble opinion.
Take care
Mike
May I ask why my comments were taken off of this video?
Hi James, I have no idea, I wasn't aware that they had been removed, I certainly didn't do it, maybe a UA-cam gremlin? :)
Take care
Mike
They look great tools Mike
Thanks Michael, I personally am very impressed with them.
Take care
Mike
might put pictures of the gouge profiles
for one, do not exist here
Gracias Saludos desde Uruguay
Hi Jorge, if you go to their website there are great pictures of all the tools for you to look at.
Cheers
Mike
I agree, these folks do a super job with their tools. Unfortunately, as a pensioner, they are a bit out of my reach at this time.
Hi Earl, they are not "cheap", but I still feel in the long run they are a good investment, as they will last a very, very long time.
Thanks for the comment, and watching.
Cheers
Mike
Aside from the handle, for me they look like clones of D-Way tools.....
Can't agree there Larry, as the shank has a totally different configuration, but in the end "all" turning tools have similarities, it comes down to personal preference at the end of the day.
Thanks for commenting.
Take care
Mike
M42 not M 24
Correct! My error Buster 😊
Mike Waldt No problem Mike, still enjoyed your review
@@busterdavy9769 Thanks Buster, appreciated my friend.
interessante hulptukje!
1960sali Thank you
Cheers
Mike