Carbide Scrapers
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Carbide scrapers are handy tools that have worked their way into the tool sets of many artists and sculptors, used for removing seams and imperfections from plastic, resin and pewter models, for carving details and sculpting.
Over the years I've struggled with tools that just weren't small enough, so have been working hard to find the best selection (with reliable suppliers!) of small and very small carbide tools so I can offer them to fellow artists and sculptors of smaller models to help make our lives easier. After searching far and wide for over three years, I've finally managed to put together a set of carbide scrapers that work beautifully together for miniature models (stablemate 1:32 scale and smaller, though of course they can be used on models of any scale). The set consists of nine scrapers in a variety of shapes and sizes that I've tried and tested and found to be the best selection possible. Pictured is a Micro Mini scale Maxi Cob pewter cast to show the scale of the tools. I've added a ruler for scale (marked in mm and cm). Click on the photo to see the actual scrapers. |
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PLEASE NOTE: Carbide TIN sets cannot be combined with model horse orders, they are so heavy that they put models in the same box at risk, so have to be shipped separately and cannot have combined shipping. Sadly there is no way for my website to automatically calculate the postage on multiple items, so please use the PayPal drop down menus as follows: On the largest (most expensive) item, select "PPD to [your location]" and add to cart, then on all extra items select "Additional [item]" and add to cart until you have the number you want. You only pay shipping on the largest item you order, all additional items ship free even if you order a mixture of models and tools.
If you're mixing and matching with resin models, the largest item is the set of 9 handles as these are heaviest. Sadly I am no longer able to refund overpaid postage, if you would prefer an invoice sent to you with exact shipping that's no problem - just drop me a line. |
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Tracking on international parcels is quite tricky to arrange at the moment due to the UK COVID-19 lockdown so I'm not able to offer it as standard on all smaller orders. If your order is over £200 it will be automatically upgraded to Tracked shipping. If you live in Russia or other tricky shipping areas, please contact me to order. UK orders are sent via the Royal Mail 2nd Class Signed for, or 1st Class (not signed) for recent return customers.
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COVID-19 update:
Kelly's Studio is open for business as usual. Orders are being fulfilled and sent out, the only restriction is with regards to tracking services which are only available on high value orders (£200+) and to certain countries (eg Russia and areas with tricky delivery services). Please contact me via the Contact Me page if you'd like to arrange tracking on your order. ALL orders are sent insured.
Kelly's Studio is open for business as usual. Orders are being fulfilled and sent out, the only restriction is with regards to tracking services which are only available on high value orders (£200+) and to certain countries (eg Russia and areas with tricky delivery services). Please contact me via the Contact Me page if you'd like to arrange tracking on your order. ALL orders are sent insured.
PLEASE NOTE: Scrapers are Only Available to Those 18 Years of Age or Over
Carbide scrapers can be ordered individually or in sets, scroll down to see all the options available.
These images were created from photos of the actual scrapers.
These images were created from photos of the actual scrapers.
Carbide Scraper Sets
Confused over which scrapers to choose? No problem - I've put together a selection of sets below that are a great way to try one, just a few or the whole set.
Each set that has the red scraper in it will come with an additional red scraper. As these are the tiniest and therefore the most delicate, I found I needed to push one to breaking point to understand how far I can take them, so for example, the Complete Set of 9 will include 9 scrapers plus an extra red one, so will have 9 handles and a total of 10 scrapers, including two red ones.
Custom sets are available, if you already own a couple and want to "top up" to a complete set. I am also able to offer handles in alternative colours (such as black, brown, hot pink, turquoise etc) if you want to use my handles with scrapers from other suppliers.
Please check the map below to see which World Zone to choose on the PayPal drop-down buttons.
Each set that has the red scraper in it will come with an additional red scraper. As these are the tiniest and therefore the most delicate, I found I needed to push one to breaking point to understand how far I can take them, so for example, the Complete Set of 9 will include 9 scrapers plus an extra red one, so will have 9 handles and a total of 10 scrapers, including two red ones.
Custom sets are available, if you already own a couple and want to "top up" to a complete set. I am also able to offer handles in alternative colours (such as black, brown, hot pink, turquoise etc) if you want to use my handles with scrapers from other suppliers.
Please check the map below to see which World Zone to choose on the PayPal drop-down buttons.
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Complete Set of 9 - 9 Handles
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Complete Set of 9 - Single Handle
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Variety Set of 6 - 6 Handles
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Variety Set of 6 - Single Handle
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Sample Set of 3 - 3 Handles
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Sample Set of 3 - Single Handle
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Single Set
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Storage Tin
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After the announcement about the new packaging options for my carbide scraper sets, I received quite a number of inquiries from people who already own the tools about buying the empty storage tin. I've now made this tin available to purchase on its own for those who already own carbide scrapers, or who now have so many they need an additional storage tin for them.
Each tin has a foam-lined interior with a strip of foam to the lid which acts as a clamp when closed, to keep your tools safe and sound during storage or travel. Price: £7.50 |
Handles
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Handles are supplied with coloured identifiers to allow coordination with the carbide scrapers for easy and efficient use. They feature special light-reflective elements and genuine Swarovski crystals to ensure the colours are as visible as possible so you can find the tool you need quickly.
Do you own scrapers from another source and need handles for them in different colours? I can offer almost any colour for you to colour-code your other scrapers. For example, I use scrapers with brown, deep blue, hot pink and turquoise coded handles in addition to the nine pictured. Just let me know what colour you'd like in the box below when you order. Sold as singles or as a set of nine, colour coded (as pictured). Handles only, scrapers not included. Single handle price £4.50 Please specify colour(s) when ordering singles or white will be sent. Set of nine handles £35.00
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Carbide Scrapers
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Red - Super Point
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Orange - Tough Point
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Yellow - TT Round
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Green - MM Round
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Blue - Mini Round
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Purple - Round
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Pink - Large Round
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White - Extra Large Round
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Grey - Tough Square
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