Lathe tools. How to order (Hobbymat)

[cardiffrob]

Dumb question, but...

I have this Hobbymat MD65 lathe and have used it for years to make small bits for vintage cars. The tools are all somewhat worn and I was thinking of buying some new ones plus a knurling tool.

How do you measure the 'size' of a lathe tool in order to work out which sizes to purchase? Is it the dimension from the bottom face of the tool to the height of the tip (non-adjustable toolpost) or the max size that will slot into the toolpost?

Alternatively, does anyone have something suitable to sell?

RDG tools sell plenty of tools on Ebay and I was thinking of getting them from there, once I've got an answer to my dumb question. Please be gentle with me.

 

[Shox Dr]

max size that will fit in the tool post. within reason so you can shim if necessary

 

[mart13]

Dont go too big as you cant shim the tool tip downwards!!!

 

[ronan]

If you do buy a knurling tool , buy one of the clamp type , they put far less load on the cross slide and its nut.

 

[GrahamGKD]

If you do buy a knurling tool , buy one of the clamp type , they put far less load on the cross slide and its nut.

Yes, and also less load on the headstock bearings.

 

[cardiffrob]

Thanks, Guys. 8mm gap in tool holder. 6mm tools on order.