The rasp from our carving kits, sold on its own. One nickel-plated half-round file that does four jobs: flat side to remove stone fast, round side for curves, pointed tip for detail, sharp edge for lines.
At a glance
| Size | Approx. 7 in half-round tapered rasp |
| Stone | Natural Brazilian soapstone (steatite), approx. Mohs 1-3 |
| Level | All levels |
| Best for | Roughing, curves, details and lines on soapstone |
Why carvers choose the Mini Carving Rasp
- Flat side. Removes material fast.
- Round side. Shapes curves and hollows.
- Pointed tip. Gets into details.
- Sharp edge. Cuts clean lines.
Looking after your tools
Brush the stone dust out of the teeth, rinse after wet carving and dry them well. The steel is hard and the rasps are nickel-plated against rust - stored dry, they last for years of blocks.
Who buys it
Who buys it: Indigenous carvers and artists (including many from Six Nations of the Grand River), art teachers and school boards, summer camps and rec programs, carving instructors and studios, museums, galleries and gift shops, and hobby carvers across Canada and the USA.
Carving tips
- Carve over a damp towel and wet the stone often - it keeps dust down and shows you the colour.
- Wear a simple dust mask if you sand dry.
- Sand through the grits: 100 to shape, 360 and 600 to smooth, 2000 to polish.
- Finish with mineral oil or paste wax and buff with a soft cloth.
Questions
Is this the same rasp that comes in the kits?
Yes - it's the rasp designed for our carving kits, sold on its own for replacements and class sets.
How do I keep it sharp?
Brush the dust out, rinse and dry it after wet carving. It's nickel-plated against rust but store it dry.
Can I buy rasps in bulk for a class?
Yes - we keep thousands in stock. Approved wholesale accounts get wholesale pricing.
More: soapstone for carving - 3x3x5 blocks - class packs - beginner kits - carving tools
Carving Tool for Soapstone - Mini Rasp (For Carving Kits)
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The rasp from our carving kits, sold on its own. One nickel-plated half-round file that does four jobs: flat side to remove stone fast, round side for curves, pointed tip for detail, sharp edge for lines.
At a glance
| Size | Approx. 7 in half-round tapered rasp |
| Stone | Natural Brazilian soapstone (steatite), approx. Mohs 1-3 |
| Level | All levels |
| Best for | Roughing, curves, details and lines on soapstone |
Why carvers choose the Mini Carving Rasp
- Flat side. Removes material fast.
- Round side. Shapes curves and hollows.
- Pointed tip. Gets into details.
- Sharp edge. Cuts clean lines.
Looking after your tools
Brush the stone dust out of the teeth, rinse after wet carving and dry them well. The steel is hard and the rasps are nickel-plated against rust - stored dry, they last for years of blocks.
Who buys it
Who buys it: Indigenous carvers and artists (including many from Six Nations of the Grand River), art teachers and school boards, summer camps and rec programs, carving instructors and studios, museums, galleries and gift shops, and hobby carvers across Canada and the USA.
Carving tips
- Carve over a damp towel and wet the stone often - it keeps dust down and shows you the colour.
- Wear a simple dust mask if you sand dry.
- Sand through the grits: 100 to shape, 360 and 600 to smooth, 2000 to polish.
- Finish with mineral oil or paste wax and buff with a soft cloth.
Questions
Is this the same rasp that comes in the kits?
Yes - it's the rasp designed for our carving kits, sold on its own for replacements and class sets.
How do I keep it sharp?
Brush the dust out, rinse and dry it after wet carving. It's nickel-plated against rust but store it dry.
Can I buy rasps in bulk for a class?
Yes - we keep thousands in stock. Approved wholesale accounts get wholesale pricing.
More: soapstone for carving - 3x3x5 blocks - class packs - beginner kits - carving tools
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