I can hand cut copes for trim and make them look pretty good. But, it takes me SO long to do each one (10 min minimum with a redo every 5 to 10 cuts). I have about 50 cuts upcoming on my remodel project in my house that when I factor in how long it takes me, it does not look fun. The top cap is only 1-3/8" tall and would fit easily enough on the shaper.
I milled the top caps on my Williams and Hussey molder. I already have the W&H shaper spindle. I was wondering if I couldn't order an opposite profile cutter that I could use on my shaper? My thinking is I cut the cope on one end of the trim piece and use that piece of trim into a corner after cutting the opposite corner on the flat. Cut a new cope after cutting off the previous.
My guess is the cutter would cost me $100-$150 but the time savings would be worth it if it works. The wood is poplar and will be painted trim white.
Anyone do this or should I just suck it up and use this a learning experience on how to hand cut copes faster?