3/16" Robert Sorby #832H Fluted Parting Tool,Robert Sorby" /> This parting tool has a flute running along the bottom edge, creating two sharp spurs at the cutting face. These sever the fibers to produce a burnished finish. Made from high speed steel and then properly hardened and tempered. It will keep a sharpened edge about six times longer than carbon steel and resist "blued" softening from overheating during grinding or from heavy turning. Comes with hard White Ash handles and solid brass ferrule. Handle is 12" long with the tool being 6 1/2" in length. Overall length is 18 1/2".