Crown Pro-PM Spindle Gouge, 1/4 in. is a high-quality spindle gouge designed for creating coves, beads, and intricate details on spindle-type woodworking projects. This Pro-PM version features advanced Powder Metal (PM) steel, which is compressed and sintered to provide a cutting edge that lasts four to five times longer than traditional High Speed Steel tools. The gouge is hardened to between 66° and 68° Rockwell, ing exceptional wear resistance, excellent grindability, superior toughness, and consistent hardness retention. It is equipped with an ergonomically designed stained black ash handle, approximately 12-1/2 inches long, making it comfortable to use. The overall length of the tool is about 18-1/2 inches. Crafted in England, this tool represents the elite range of Crown’s turning tools, combining durability and precision for professional woodturners. Model Number: 235PMW