Bowl gouges are one of the most important tools for a woodturner. They are used to create smooth, even curves in the wood. However, many bowl gouge users find that their gouges catch on the wood frequently. There are several reasons why this may happen.
One reason is that the bowl gouge is not being held at the correct angle. The bowl gouge should be held at an angle of about 30 degrees to the workpiece. If it is held at a different angle, it will catch on the wood more easily.
Another reason why a bowl gouge may catch is that the cutting edge is not sharp enough. When the cutting edge becomes dull, it will catch on the wood more easily. If your bowl gouge is catching frequently, you may need to sharpen it more often.
Finally, another reason why a bowl gouge may catch is that there is too much friction between the tool and the workpiece. This can be caused by several things, such as using too much pressure when turning or not using enough lubricant on the tool or workpiece. If you are having trouble with your bowl gouge catching, try adjusting these factors and see if it makes a difference.