Tool Recommendations for the Beginner

For beginning woodturners, selecting your first set of tools can be overwhelming. Check out what four tools that I think will best serve someone just starting out in woodturning—and why.  The first three are predictable, but my fourth pick and one omission might surprise you.

Opening Tool:  Ashley Iles 1/2" long and strong spindle gouge

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