Jack Richeson - Lace Tool
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Product Information
- 6 1/4 in. double-ended clay tool
- Straight blade for cutting and carving
- Needle end for fine detail work
- Cleans up edges and removes excess
- Multi-purpose for various clay techniques
- Durable construction withstands repeated use
Carve intricate details and clean edges with precision needle and blade
Ceramic work demands tools that handle multiple tasks without forcing you to constantly switch implements. This 6¼-inch double-ended tool combines a straight blade and needle point, letting you transition seamlessly from carving broad channels to scoring fine surface patterns. The blade end cleans up thrown edges and cuts through soft clay with control, while the needle point excels at detailed sgraffito, creating texture, and piercing holes for hanging or drainage.
Jack Richeson designed this lace tool with balanced weight distribution that maintains comfortable handling through extended sessions. The straight blade configuration provides predictable cutting action, useful when you're working around curved forms or trimming attachments where angled tools might slip. That needle end proves equally valuable for undermining edges during carving or creating deliberate cracks in leather-hard clay for decorative effect.
The tool's length provides leverage for controlled pressure without excessive force, reducing hand fatigue during repetitive tasks like scoring slabs for joining. Whether you're refining wheel-thrown forms, building hand-constructed pieces, or adding surface decoration, this dual-ended design eliminates the workflow interruption of reaching for separate tools.
