Powder metal scraper?

[Bill Blasic]

The Thompson scrapers generally come unsharpened but Doug will grind them at symposiums. You can call him and ask. The 10V steel stays sharper longer than other steels. You can use most any wood for handles, does not have to be ash. One noted turner uses tree branches for handles.

[JohnC Lucas]

Ihope Reed Gray steps in on this. I don't think a particle metal tool holds a burr longer than HSS. It does hold an edge longer. Even if it does hold an burr longer we are talking about seconds and to me it's not worth paying the extra. To cut clean with a scraper you need a fresh good quality burr so it's important to play around and learn what works for you. I have several HSS scrapers and one gives an excellent burr straight off the grinder. The other 2 I have to roll the burr myself.