HIGH-SPEED STEEL CUTTING TOOL KIT
The Brownells High-Speed Steel Cutting Kit for Lathes – 35° Profile Kit is an indispensable asset for gunsmiths and machinists aiming to achieve precise and efficient metal cutting operations. This kit is meticulously designed to enhance firearm customization and maintenance tasks, ensuring superior performance in various gunsmithing applications.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive Tool Selection: The kit includes hardened steel toolholders and high-speed steel inserts suitable for turning, threading, profiling, and cut-off work. This versatility allows for a wide range of lathe operations essential in firearm modification and enhancement projects.
- High-Speed Steel Inserts: Crafted from T-15 high-speed steel hardened to Rc 65-67, the inserts are finish ground on all sides. They deliver excellent slow-speed performance, precision in interrupted cuts, and a smooth finish on materials commonly encountered in gunsmithing, such as stainless steel and exotic metals.
- Durable Toolholders: The square shank toolholders and boring bars are CNC machined from 4140/4142 steel bar stock, hardened to Rc 48-50, and black oxide coated to resist corrosion, ensuring longevity and reliability in demanding workshop environments.
Specifications:
- Toolholders: One right-hand and one left-hand bar, both .375" square shank, 6" overall length.
- Inserts: Three HSS VCMW-221 inserts and one carbide VCMW-221 insert, all 7° positive, .250" IC, .125" thick, .110" hole, .146" top opening, .015" radius.
- Additional Components: Includes three MS-1153 screws and a T-7 wrench for secure assembly and adjustments.
Customer Insights:
Our customers commend the kit for its top-quality components, noting that the HSS steel inserts can be easily touched up and sharpened, making them ideal for slow-speed gunsmithing and hobbyist work. The excellent finish quality achieved in the 100-300 rpm range on lathes is particularly appreciated, highlighting the kit's suitability for precision firearm modifications.
Integrating the Brownells High-Speed Steel Cutting Kit for Lathes – 35° Profile Kit into your gunsmithing toolkit ensures you have the precision and versatility required for meticulous firearm customization and maintenance. Its thoughtfully engineered components make it an invaluable resource for both professional gunsmiths and DIY firearm enthusiasts dedicated to achieving exceptional results.