Cauldron 305?

[Bill Wyko]

I was on Glaser's site ordering a couple new tools and saw that they have a new metal they are going to be using, Cauldron 305. I was wondering if anyone could give me some info on this stuff. Sounds interesting but I want to hear from you guys and what your take is on it.

Thanks,

[Bill Wyko]

I can't find anything anywhere about it but it sure is intriguing. More tools to fix the addiction I guess. You can bet I'll get one asap and put it to the test.

[Harvey Ghesser]

For those interested in "Caldron 305" and what is, you can go to the GlaserHiTec website as Paulo has posted about it.

[Bill Wyko]

I just saw that. Interesting information. Seems like he's on top of the game once again. I'll be there next week so I'm sure it will be a topic we discuss. I'll come back with more info as well.

[Harvey Ghesser]

It said something about this metal being combined with the not yet available Synergy gouges. This is going to be the same wait experience as I had for the Kobra:(

[Bill Wyko]

Harvey, you know what they say "Good things come to those that wait."

[Michael Menzli]

and considering the "mini" set is $700 .. wonder what this is going to bring to the table.. a wait may be what we all need to save up the $$$ :)

[Bill Wyko]

Keep in mind that works out to about $77.00 a piece for top notch tools. A bargain when you look at the quality of the tools. I held and examined the Synergy tools that will include the Caldron305. They are made with the quality of the finest surgical instruments. The Synergy tools are every bit the same high quality as the MiniQR in a larger package. All the tools I've invested in so far have made a substantial difference in my level of turning and the joy I get from turning. I have to wonder how so many can spend thousands on a lathe and not see a tool of this level as a good investment. While there are a lot of nice tools out there, there's nothing like these. The core of turning is what you do with the tool in your hand. For me, these work better than anything I've tried. Definitely worth the wait.

[David DeCristoforo]

Geez Bill... now you are going to have to sell all of your Glaser tools and get new ones!

[Michael Menzli]

I def. know the difference quality can make..I actually have a 1/2" Glaser gouge on my shortlist... However dropping $700+ on non-essentials at this point in my life is not practical. If I sold some stuff then by all means I could rationalize. Im still struggling to explain the mountain of wood we have in our front yard to the wife. She's bought that its "firewood" for our outdoor wood stove but gives me weird looks when it makes its way inside. Coming up with honey I need $700 for these nice shiny pieces of metal will really go well. :eek:

[David E Keller]

...They are made with the quality of the finest surgical instruments….

I know you meant this as a compliment, but I can assure you that current surgical instruments often leave something to be desired! They are extremely expensive, but I often wish they were made as well as some of the tools in my shop.

[Harvey Ghesser]

Keller, I'm glad to hear that some of the tools in your shop are well made. What about the others?:eek:

[Bill Wyko]

I have to say, I made out pretty good when I sold the vessel Monsoon and then the others. But other than Monsoon, I used my Glaser tools to make the vessels I sold to buy more tools. So essentially they paid for themselves. :D Now I'm hoping my latest project will pay for a bigger lathe. :eek:

[Bill Wyko]

Geez Bill... now you are going to have to sell all of your Glaser tools and get new ones!


LMAO No, I just need more room. I'm making good progress on my latest and biggest segmented turning. I'm at about 3500 to 4000 pieces glued up so far. Worked about 11 hrs just cutting pieces yesterday. This turning should fetch enough to buy a new lathe if all goes well. Problem is, I need the bigger lathe to turn it. Anyone want to buy a wicked quad?:D

[Jim Burr]

You're only a few hours away!! For a couple cigars, my 1642 is yours to use at will!

[Bill Wyko]

Thanks Jim I appreciate the offer but I'm gonna need 24" of swing. You can bet I'm gonna put the Caldron 305 to the test. Here's a sneak peek at what I'm up to. I was hoping to do 16 of these but that would be too big so I had to settle for 10 of these for the feature ring. 624 pieces in each one.

http://pic80.picturetrail.com/VOL2109/11908737/24029282/401295133.jpghttp://pic80.picturetrail.com/VOL2109/11908737/24029282/401077306.jpg

[Bill Wyko]

Geez Bill... now you are going to have to sell all of your Glaser tools and get new ones!



After I sell my Glasers I am calling you to borrow some of yours, you have more Glaser tools than I have...:)

[Richard Jones]

Whose steel is the 305? Is it a Crucible? Japanese?

Curious.............

[Rick Markham]

Bill has bought so many Glaser tools, he's quoted on the website :eek:

[Bill Wyko]

Because the formula for the metal is a gaurded secret, I wasn't told where it's from. I was told it is made in the USA though. Here's a shot of a piece before the machine process.


http://pic80.picturetrail.com/VOL2109/11908737/24027560/401049623.jpg

[Rick Markham]

Because the formula for the metal is a gaurded secret, I wasn't told where it's from. I was told it is made in the USA though. Here's a shot of a piece before the machine process.


http://pic80.picturetrail.com/VOL2109/11908737/24027560/401049623.jpg

Bill, did they let you in on any of the characteristics of it compared to the CPM metals

[Bill Wyko]

Sorry for the delayed reply. He said it has a hardness of 68 Rockwell VS CPM having a hardness of 62 Rockwell. He also said it will hold an edge much longer but can still be sharpened on an aluminum oxide wheel.