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Lino cutter set with hand guard and five tips

Essdee box with red hand guard, cutter handle and five tips
Essdee box with red hand guard, cutter handle and five tips

Compatibility and working details

Handle
One with aluminum ferrule
Profiles
Essdee No. 1 through 5
Additional tool
Separate hand guard
Fit and buying advice ↓

When to choose it

Choose this set for a first session where the supporting hand needs a physical guide. The separate guard has upright walls for the hand holding the work. Follow the maker's illustrated setup and keep the cutting path directed away from the supporting hand.

The handle uses an aluminum ferrule and comes with Essdee profiles 1 through 5. Compare the ten-profile kit if your main need is a wider range of cuts, or the recessed Style A refills if the lesson specifically calls for that tip.

Specifications

Brand
Essdee
Construction
Handle and hand guard set
Work task
Carve
Model
L5SSG
Handle
One with aluminum ferrule
Profiles
Essdee No. 1 through 5
Additional tool
Separate hand guard
Amazon.com reference
B086VXLDWW

Fit and buying advice

Choose for a guided first setup. Follow the guard instructions and keep the block stable.

Related choice Style A recessed safety cutters, five-pack ↗

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Documentation

Questions about this product

Can a left-handed carver use the guard?

Essdee describes the guard for left- or right-handed use. Arrange the work so the blade moves away from the supporting hand.

Does the kit include the recessed Style A cutter?

The manufacturer lists five numbered tips. The Style A refill is a separate product.

Can the hand guard take the place of a bench stop?

Use it according to the maker's setup and keep the block supported. A suitable stop can still help resist movement.

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