Info on Glaser tool handle replaceable?

[John W. Rollo]

I recently came into some Glaser tools, finding them in limbo for production, (I.E not available new) does anyone know if the tool ends are removable? If so how can this be done, and will Thompson's ends work?:confused:

[Bill Noce]

Yes, Doug makes tools to fit Glaser handles for replacement. Give him a call his number is on his Web Site.... www.thompsonlathetools.com (http://www.thompsonlathetools.com)

[Bill Barou]

The tool can be removed from the handle using heat to soften the glue holding them together.

[John W. Rollo]

Thanks very much for the information!
I really appreciate the info and will be making contact immediately.:)

[Doug Thompson]

The steel can be removed using a heat gun or propane torch, hold the handle in a vise tool up so the shot doesn't excape... heat until the steel slides out with no effort THEN insert the new steel in the handle ASAP let cool. A few drops of thin CA will be enough to hold this in place.

The difference with the Glaser handles is Jerry made the handle bushings to fit the steel whitch is .015 oversize from the common fraction.