{"title":"Auriou Rasps","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-html-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuriou files and rasps are hand forged at the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForge de Saint Juéry by skilled craftsmen who have used the same traditional forging techniques for over 150 years. Auriou's Rasps are \"hand stitched\", one tooth at a time, with a punch sized to produce an irregular pattern of carefully sized, triangular pointed teeth. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing and provides a superior finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect artisan blacksmiths, grinders and stitchers are the heart of this small family business that has survived for generations, a testament to the high quality and beauty of their tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"auriou9x10cabinetrasp","title":"Auriou Cabinet Rasps","description":"\u003cp\u003eCabinet rasps are the heart of the Auriou rasp line. They are used for general shaping work and can remove an amazing amount of wood while leaving a smooth surface. The extra width of cabinet rasps (about 1\/8th of the length) makes it easier to achieve a consistent surface over a large area. It generally works best to use a rasp 3 to 4 times as long as your workpiece is wide. To shape a cabriole leg, you would use a 10\" or 12\" rasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top surface of a cabinet rasp is curved and the bottom surface is flat. The rasp retains its full width for about 3\/4 of its length, then tapers to a point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany woodworkers ask which Auriou rasps would be replacements for the venerable Nicholson\u003csup\u003e® \u003c\/sup\u003e #49 and #50 pattern makers rasps. While there are no direct replacements for these in the Auriou line, those listed below are the closest matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicholson\u003csup\u003e® \u003c\/sup\u003e #49 — Auriou 10\" Cabinet Rasp 7 grain \u003cbr\u003eNicholson\u003csup\u003e® \u003c\/sup\u003e #50 — Auriou 10\" Cabinet Rasp 9 grain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are purchasing your first Auriou rasp, the 10\" 9 grain cabinet rasp is a good choice for general woodworking tasks. For fine work or smaller workpieces, we recommend a \u003ca data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/auriou7x13modelersrasp.aspx\" href=\"\/products\/auriou7x13modelersrasp\"\u003eModellers Rasp\u003c\/a\u003e. If you really need to remove a lot of wood quickly, try the \u003ca data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/auriou12x3halfroundroughingrasp-thehog.aspx\" href=\"\/products\/auriou12x3halfroundroughingrasp-thehog\"\u003eHalf Round Roughing Rasp\u003c\/a\u003e, also known as \" The Hog\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 12\" Auriou Cabinet Rasp recommended by Charles Brock for chairmaking is the 12\" 10 grain model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Cabinet Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Grains\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mm (8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 mm (29\/32\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.75 mm (3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e325 mm (13\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 grain \u003c!--, 13 grain--\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e225 mm (9\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28.5 mm (1-1\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 mm (13\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 mm (1-1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e375 mm (15\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003c!--5 grain, --\u003e 7 grain, 9 grain, 11 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 mm(12\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 mm (1-1\/2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.56 mm (19\/64\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e425 mm (17\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003c!--4 grain, --\u003e 6 grain, 8 grain, 10 grain, 12 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"200\" width=\"200\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Angle \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEach rasp is stitched with the teeth at an angle to the handle so that it cuts comfortably in your natural cutting motion. As a result, each rasp is available in a \u003cb\u003e right-hand \u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003e left-hand \u003c\/b\u003e version. Choose your rasp angle based on which hand you will use it in most.(i.e. Right-handed people would use a right-hand rasp.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Handles \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAll Auriou rasps come with securely mounted 125 mm (5\") long walnut handles. Smaller rasps have handles with a 22 mm (7\/8\") large diameter. Larger rasps have handles with a 28.5 mm (1-1\/8\") large diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #660000;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"8 inch \/ Grain 11 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821599985946,"sku":"124433","price":150.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 inch \/ Grain 11 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821600018714,"sku":"124753","price":150.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 inch \/ Grain 10 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821600051482,"sku":"124432","price":152.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 inch \/ Grain 10 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821600084250,"sku":"124469","price":152.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 7 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821600117018,"sku":"124704","price":163.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 7 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821600149786,"sku":"124705","price":163.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 9 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821600182554,"sku":"124431","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 9 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821600215322,"sku":"124706","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 11 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821600248090,"sku":"124707","price":199.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 11 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821600280858,"sku":"124708","price":199.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inch \/ Grain 6 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821600313626,"sku":"124460","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inch \/ Grain 6 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821600346394,"sku":"124711","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inch \/ Grain 8 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821600379162,"sku":"124430","price":202.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inch \/ Grain 8 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821600411930,"sku":"124712","price":202.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inch \/ Grain 10 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821600444698,"sku":"124713","price":215.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inch \/ Grain 10 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821600477466,"sku":"124714","price":215.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inch \/ Grain 12 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821600510234,"sku":"124715","price":238.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inch \/ Grain 12 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821600543002,"sku":"124716","price":238.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/AuriouCabinetRasps_01.png?v=1755012677"},{"product_id":"auriou9-34x9curvedrasp","title":"Auriou Curved Cabinet Rasp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a specialized version of Auriou's workhorse \u003ca href=\"\/products\/auriou9x10cabinetrasp\" data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/auriou9x10cabinetrasp.aspx\"\u003eAuriou Cabinet Rasps\u003c\/a\u003e. This version is straight for about half of its length, then curves up towards the end. The flat side is un-stitched. The cutting side is convex across its width due to its half-round shape and along its length due to the curved blade. This is the most useful rasp for shaping the concave areas of chair seats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Curved Cabinet Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Grains\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 mm (1-1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e375 mm (15\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"199\" width=\"199\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; float: left;\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Angle \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEach rasp is stitched with the teeth at an angle to the handle so that it cuts comfortably in your natural cutting motion. As a result, each rasp is available in a \u003cb\u003e right-hand \u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003e left-hand \u003c\/b\u003e version. Choose your rasp angle based on which hand you will use it in most.(i.e. Right-handed people would use a right-hand rasp.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Handles \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAll Auriou rasps come with securely mounted 125 mm (5\") long walnut handles. Smaller rasps have handles with a 22 mm (7\/8\") large diameter. Larger rasps have handles with a 28.5 mm (1-1\/8\") large diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Right Hand","offer_id":50821600706842,"sku":"124434","price":147.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Left Hand","offer_id":50821600739610,"sku":"124771","price":147.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124434.png?v=1755012762"},{"product_id":"auriou7x13modelersrasp","title":"Auriou Modeller's Rasps","description":"\u003cp\u003eModeller's rasps are specialized versions of Auriou's\n \u003ca href=\"\/products\/auriou9x10cabinetrasp\" data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/auriou9x10cabinetrasp.aspx\"\u003eCabinet Rasps\u003c\/a\u003e.\n Like Cabinet Rasps, modeller's rasps are flat on one side and convex on the other side and tapered towards the tip. Modeller's\n rasps are designed for precision work. They are narrower, thinner and finer-grained that their big brothers. Modeller's rasp\n blades are shaped to a tolerance of ±0.1 mm (0.004\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Modeller's Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Grains\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150  mm (6\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 mm (7\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 mm (5\/32\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e275 mm (11\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e175 mm (7\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.5 mm (17\/32\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.75 mm (3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 mm (12\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 grain, 13 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 mm (7\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 mm (13\/64\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e375 mm (15\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 grain, 11 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Angle \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEach rasp is stitched with the teeth at an angle to the handle so that it cuts comfortably in your natural cutting motion. As a result, each rasp is available in a \u003cb\u003e right-hand \u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003e left-hand \u003c\/b\u003e version. Choose your rasp angle based on which hand you will use it in most.(i.e. Right-handed people would use a right-hand rasp.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Handles \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAll Auriou rasps come with securely mounted 125 mm (5\") long walnut handles. Smaller rasps have handles with a 22 mm (7\/8\") large diameter. Larger rasps have handles with a 28.5 mm (1-1\/8\") large diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"6 inch \/ Grain 15 \/ Right Hand","offer_id":50821600870682,"sku":"124717","price":163.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 inch \/ Grain 15 \/ Left Hand","offer_id":50821600903450,"sku":"124718","price":163.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 inch \/ Grain 13 \/ Right Hand","offer_id":50821600936218,"sku":"124435","price":148.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 inch \/ Grain 13 \/ Left Hand","offer_id":50821600968986,"sku":"124719","price":148.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 9 \/ Right Hand","offer_id":50821601001754,"sku":"124758","price":177.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 9 \/ Left Hand","offer_id":50821601034522,"sku":"124759","price":177.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 11 \/ Right Hand","offer_id":50821601067290,"sku":"124760","price":196.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 11 \/ Left Hand","offer_id":50821601100058,"sku":"124761","price":196.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124717.png?v=1755019473"},{"product_id":"auriou3-14x34x10curvedironingrasp","title":"Auriou Curved Ironing Rasps","description":"\u003cp\u003eCurved ironing rasps are great for small, tight areas. The blade is narrow, short and slightly curved along its length. The ironing rasp is stitched only on the bottom surface and the handle is cranked to make room for your knuckles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuriou Curved Ironing Rasps Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mm (3\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57 mm (2-1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 mm (1\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190 mm (7-1\/2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm (3\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 mm (3\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.75 mm (3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210 mm (8-1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; float: left;\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Angle \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEach rasp is stitched with the teeth at an angle to the handle so that it cuts comfortably in your natural cutting motion. As a result, each rasp is available in a \u003cb\u003e right-hand \u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003e left-hand \u003c\/b\u003e version. Choose your rasp angle based on which hand you will use it in most.(i.e. Right-handed people would use a right-hand rasp.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Handles \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAll Auriou rasps come with securely mounted 125 mm (5\") long walnut handles. Smaller rasps have handles with a 22 mm (7\/8\") large diameter. Larger rasps have handles with a 28.5 mm (1-1\/8\") large diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"10mm - 3\/8 inch \/ Grain 12 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821601231130,"sku":"124720","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10mm - 3\/8 inch \/ Grain 12 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821601263898,"sku":"124721","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20mm - 3\/4 inch \/ Grain 10 \/ Right hand","offer_id":50821601296666,"sku":"124436","price":90.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20mm - 3\/4 inch \/ Grain 10 \/ Left hand","offer_id":50821601329434,"sku":"124765","price":90.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124436.png?v=1755034300"},{"product_id":"auriou6x13rattailrasp","title":"Auriou Rat Tail Rasps","description":"\u003cp\u003eRat tail rasps are great for very small workpieces, especially inside curves. They can be used to shape curved mortises, sculptures or spirals. The round blade is tapered from the handle to the tip and is stitched all the way to the tip. For best results, twist the rasp as you push it to use all of the teeth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e Rat tail rasps are not available in left-handed versions. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rat Tail Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLarge Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 mm (6\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e275 mm (11\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mm (3\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e375 mm (15\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"200\" width=\"200\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Handles \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAll Auriou rasps come with securely mounted 125 mm (5\") long walnut handles. Smaller rasps have handles with a 22 mm (7\/8\") large diameter. Larger rasps have handles with a 28.5 mm (1-1\/8\") large diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"6 inch \/ Grain 13","offer_id":50821609128218,"sku":"124463","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 inch \/ Grain 11","offer_id":51828484342042,"sku":"124752","price":124.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 inch \/ Grain 9","offer_id":50821609160986,"sku":"124701","price":146.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124701.png?v=1755035293"},{"product_id":"auriou14knifeandspoonriffler","title":"Auriou Rifflers - 8 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eRifflers are used to shape or refine details in wood. They are used by carvers, woodturners, furniture makers, gunstock makers, and more. Auriou rifflers are the only ones on the market with a traditional barrel shaped octagonal body. This makes them easier to grip and results in less fatigue during long periods of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall length 200 mm (8\"). 12 grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e Rifflers are not available in left-handed versions. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; float: left;\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"background: #D6CBB5; padding: 2px 4px;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Half Round and Triangular","offer_id":50821609324826,"sku":"124453","price":91.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flat V and Rectangular","offer_id":50821609357594,"sku":"124451","price":91.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Knife and Spoon","offer_id":50821609390362,"sku":"124450","price":91.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rat Tail and Oval","offer_id":50821609423130,"sku":"124736","price":91.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rhombus and Brush","offer_id":50821609455898,"sku":"124725","price":91.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Thumb and Laurel","offer_id":50821609488666,"sku":"124732","price":91.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/AuriouRifflers.png?v=1755105283"},{"product_id":"auriou-needle-rasps-set-4","title":"Auriou Needle Rasps - Set of 4","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuriou Needle Rasps are amazing quality tiny rasps for ultra-fine detailing. They are suited for carvings, keyholes and instrument making - anywhere you need a delicate, precision tool. Needle rasps come without wooden handles. The handle is 4.5 mm (11\/64\") square.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flat needle rasp has a flat, rectangular blade that is stitched on both sides and on the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rat tail needle rasp is round, tapers towards the tip and is stitched all the way to the tip. For best results, twist the rasp as you push it to use all of the teeth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe half round needle rasp is like a miniature \u003ca href=\"\/products\/auriou7x13modelersrasp\" data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/auriou7x13modelersrasp.aspx\"\u003e modeller's rasp\u003c\/a\u003e. It is flat on one side and rounded on the other. It tapers towards the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife needle rasp tapers from one side to the other and towards the tip. It is stitched on both sides and the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e Needle rasps are not available in left-handed versions. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/productimages\/fileraspriffler\/auriou\/needle-rasp-shapes-700-40.png\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Needle Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCutting Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 mm (2-3\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 mm (5\/64\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e175 mm (7\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRat Tail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 mm (2-3\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.75 mm (3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e175 mm (7\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHalf Round\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 mm (2-3\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.25 mm (3\/32\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e175 mm (7\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 mm (2-3\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.25 mm (3\/32\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e175 mm (7\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"200\" width=\"200\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; float: left;\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003e Use and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50821646614810,"sku":"124471","price":228.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124471.png?v=1755021757"},{"product_id":"auriou5roundededgerotaryrasp","title":"Auriou 5 inch Rounded Edge Rotary Rasp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis monster fits on most standard 4-1\/2\" or 5\" angle grinders with 7\/8\" arbor. Combined with the power and speed of your angle grinder, the aggressive 2 grain stitch of this rasp will remove material at an amazing rate. The craftsmen at Auriou make this rasp out of a massive piece of steel. It weighs in at 1.5 lb - easily 3 times the weight of \u003ca data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/saburr-tooth-carbide-wheel-4.aspx\" href=\"\/products\/saburr-tooth-carbide-wheel-4\"\u003esimilar cutters\u003c\/a\u003e. The added weight gives the spinning rasp more momentum - ensuring that it can power through heavy cuts. Once you have mastered this tool, you will be amazed at the speed of stock removal and the quality of the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e This tool is for an experienced sculptor or woodworker. Use all safety devices included with your grinder and take care when familiarizing yourself with this tool. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Please Note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for use on metal, ceramics or stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety: Always use approved eye protection and safety devices!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Operating Speed: 4,000 to 10,000 rpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou 5 inch Rotary Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArbor Hole\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125 mm (5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 m (7\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 mm (5\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.7 kg (1.5 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"200\" width=\"200\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50821752914202,"sku":"124484","price":262.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124484.png?v=1755033218"},{"product_id":"auriou-rotary-rasp-6mm-shank","title":"Auriou Rotary Rasp - 6mm Shank - Cone","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuriou's Rotary Rasps are suitable for use with Foredom and other power carving machines that can take 6mm shank bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAuriou's rasps cut quickly with very little pressure because their hand-cut teeth are so sharp. Best results are achieved\n with a rotary speed between 3,000 and 9,000 rpm (max speed 15,000rpm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\t\u003cul\u003e\n\t\t\u003cli\u003eNot for use on metal, ceramics or stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\u003cli\u003eSafety: Always use approved eye protection and safety devices!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\u003cli\u003eRecommended Operating Speed: 3,000 to 9,000 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\u003cli\u003eMaximum Operating Speed: 15,000 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuriou 6mm Shank Rotary Rasp Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\u003cth\u003e \u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\t\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\t\u003cth\u003eCutting Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\t\u003cth\u003eLarge Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\t\u003cth\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\t\u003cth\u003eShank Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctd class=\"imgcell\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Cone\" data-prev-url=\"\/productimages\/fileraspriffler\/auriou\/124479-cone-115.jpg\" height=\"50\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/productimages\/fileraspriffler\/auriou\/124479-cone-115.jpg\" width=\"115\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctd\u003eCone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctd\u003e70mm (2-3\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctd\u003e15mm (5\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctd\u003e7 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e6mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n                 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRasps require a \u003cb\u003e6mm collet\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1\/4\" collet will not hold.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers\n and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking\n up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping\n bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular\n rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching\n produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood.\n The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected\n by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making\n the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability.\n Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs\n from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"moreinfo\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003e Use and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers \u003c\/a\u003e . Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e All Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. Use on other materials, especially stone, is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50821753012506,"sku":"124479","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124479.jpg?v=1751682495"},{"product_id":"auriou10x9chairmakersrasp","title":"Auriou Curving Rasp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Curving Rasp (formerly known as the Chairmaker's Rasp) is a large specialized riffler for shaping curved surfaces. It works well on any large concave surface, such as a crest rail or chair seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne end of the Curving Rasp is a curved, round-ended rectangle with a half-round form. The other end is a curved, V shape with a half-round form. Only the half-round sides of the Curving Rasp are stitched.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Curving Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRectangle - 22 mm (7\/8\") \u003cbr\u003eV-Shape - 22 mm (7\/8\") tapering to 5 mm (3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.7 5mm (3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; float: left;\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50821753110810,"sku":"124748","price":118.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124748_01.png?v=1755018218"},{"product_id":"auriou12x3halfroundroughingrasp-thehog","title":"Auriou 12 inch Half Round Roughing Rasp - The Hog","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Auriou 12 inch Half Round Roughing Rasp is used to remove the maximum amount of wood in the\n shortest possible time. It has a curved top surface and a flat bottom surface like the\n  \u003ca data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/auriou9x10cabinetrasp.aspx\" href=\"\/products\/auriou9x10cabinetrasp\"\u003eCabinet Rasps\u003c\/a\u003e,\n but it is thicker and has a very coarse grain 3 stitch. \"The Hog\" reduces your bandsaw\n blank to more closely resemble to the shape you want (think cabriole leg, guitar neck, gun stock,\n decoy duck blanks etc). After rough shaping with this rasp, you would finish the surface of your\n project with a Cabinet Rasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Half Round Roughing Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Grain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 mm (12\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 mm (1-3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mm (3\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e425 mm (17\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 16px; float: left;\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps \u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\"\u003eare graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Angle \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEach rasp is stitched with the teeth at an angle to the handle so that it cuts comfortably in your natural cutting motion. As a result, each rasp is available in a \u003cb\u003e right-hand \u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003e left-hand \u003c\/b\u003e version. Choose your rasp angle based on which hand you will use it in most.(i.e. Right-handed people would use a right-hand rasp.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Handles \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAll Auriou rasps come with securely mounted 125 mm (5\") long walnut handles. Smaller rasps have handles with a 22 mm (7\/8\") large diameter. Larger rasps have handles with a 28.5 mm (1-1\/8\") large diameter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Right hand","offer_id":50821789843738,"sku":"124744","price":163.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Left hand","offer_id":50821789876506,"sku":"124745","price":163.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124744.png?v=1755012762"},{"product_id":"auriou10albicombinationrasp5and9","title":"Auriou ALBI Combination Rasp - 10 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ALBI Combination Rasp is a versatile rasp for general shaping of flat and convex surfaces. Both sides are flat,\n one is stitched coarse and the other is fine. Both edges of the rasp are \"safe\" in that they are smooth and without\n teeth. The rasp tapers slightly from the handle to the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou ALBI Combination Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCoarse Grain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFine Grain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 mm (1\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm - 5 mm (1\/4\" - 3\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e375 mm (15\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"200\" width=\"200\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Angle \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEach rasp is stitched with the teeth at an angle to the handle so that it cuts comfortably in your natural cutting motion. As a result, each rasp is available in a \u003cb\u003e right-hand \u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003e left-hand \u003c\/b\u003e version. Choose your rasp angle based on which hand you will use it in most.(i.e. Right-handed people would use a right-hand rasp.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Handles \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAll Auriou rasps come with securely mounted 125 mm (5\") long walnut handles. Smaller rasps have handles with a 22 mm (7\/8\") large diameter. Larger rasps have handles with a 28.5 mm (1-1\/8\") large diameter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Right hand","offer_id":50821789942042,"sku":"124740","price":147.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Left Hand","offer_id":50821789974810,"sku":"124741","price":147.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124740.png?v=1755012762"},{"product_id":"auriou-4-in-1-rasp","title":"Auriou 4-in-1 Rasp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 4-in-1 rasp is flat on one side and convex on the other. One end is stitched grain 9 and the other is stitched grain 7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e The 4-in-1 rasp is not available in a left-handed version. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou 4-in-1 Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCutting Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrains\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220 mm (8-1\/2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 mm (11\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 mm (13\/64\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mm (4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 grain and 9 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"200\" width=\"200\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou Rasps \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003e Use and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50821865668890,"sku":"124747","price":114.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124747.png?v=1755012762"},{"product_id":"auriou-rotary-rasp","title":"Auriou 2 inch Rounded Edge Rotary Rasp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2 inch Rotary rasp adds a whole new dimension to your\n \u003ca data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/arbortechmini-grinderpackage.aspx\" href=\"\/products\/arbortechmini-grinderpackage\"\u003eArbortech Mini-Grinder\u003c\/a\u003e\n or \u003ca data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/proxxonlongneckgrinder.aspx\" href=\"\/products\/proxxonlongneckgrinder\"\u003eProxxon Long Neck Angle Grinder\u003c\/a\u003e.\n The cutting surface of the the standard blades for these tools is on the edge of the wheel. Since Auriou 2 inch Rotary Rasp cuts on its edge AND on its face,\n it is more versatile and better suited to shaping smooth curves. Like it's\n \u003ca data-prev-url=\"http:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/auriou5roundededgerotaryrasp.aspx\" href=\"\/products\/auriou5roundededgerotaryrasp\"\u003e bigger brother\u003c\/a\u003e,\n it is very efficient at removing wood while leaving a smooth surface. However, the 2 inch rotary rasp is much easier to control - so it's easier to shape\n details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Please Note: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for use on metal, ceramics or stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety: Always use approved eye protection and safety devices!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Operating Speed: 4,000 to 18,000 rpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hwpt\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cb\u003e Auriou 2 inch Rotary Rasp Specifications \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArbor Hole\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm (2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mm (3\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 mm (5\/16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"200\" width=\"200\" alt=\"Auriou Rasp Detail\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/fileraspriffler\/rasppeeks.jpg\" style=\"margin-right: 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThose who haven't used a well-made hand-stitched rasp have a revelation coming. Rasps are a mainstay for sculptors, patternmakers and chairmakers, but the aggressive cut and smooth finish left by these steel works of art will endear them to anyone who works wood. They excel at breaking up sharp corners, trimming patches flush in restoration work, and other wood-shaping tasks requiring finesse, control, and no risk of tearout; shaping bandsawn cabriole legs comes to mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Hand-cut Teeth \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe teeth on ordinary machine-made rasps are stamped into shape with square leading edges and teeth arranged in regular rows. This tends to leave a telltale furrowed pattern on your workpiece. Auriou's rasps are \"stitched\" one tooth at a time by hand. Hand stitching produces sharp teeth in an irregular pattern. The triangular teeth, which resemble shark teeth upon close inspection, cut aggressively into the wood. The irregular pattern prevents furrowing. Auriou rasps are top-quality cutting tools that provide a superior finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Quality \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRasp blanks are shaped by forging and hammering rather than stamping. Any distortion caused by initial heat treating is corrected by more hand-hammering rather than grinding, and finally the blank is polished. The result is a cohesive structure in the steel body of the rasp making the teeth remarkably strong. While the teeth appear tiny and their pointed shape suggests delicacy, Auriou's manufacturing process assures durability. Still, we recommend you respect the cutting surfaces and store these rasps where they won't bang against other metal tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Grain \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAuriou Rasps are graded for coarseness of cut in a unique system called grain (similar to grit in sandpaper). The grain scale runs from 1 to 15 - with 1 being the coarsest and 15 the finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"addinfo\" style=\"background: #E0D7C6;\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\" href=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/library\/manuals\/auriou\/Use-and-Care-Instructions-for-your-Rasp-or-Riffler.pdf\"\u003eUse and Care Instructions for Auriou Rasps and Rifflers\u003c\/a\u003e. Downloadable PDF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. \u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e Use on other materials - especially stone - is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #983222;\"\u003e All Auriou rasps and rifflers that we carry are intended for use on wood. Use on other materials, especially stone, is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Auriou Toolworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50821865832730,"sku":"124485","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/124485.png?v=1755033218"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/collections\/124430.jpg?v=1765237374","url":"https:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/collections\/auriou-rasps.oembed","provider":"Highland Woodworking","version":"1.0","type":"link"}