Shape your clay work by removing thin layers with a metal loop. These Royal & Langnickel sets offer rounded and angular loops on wooden handles. Choose loop size for the area you want to work on and a tool length that suits your grip.
Contents of your chosen set
- RSET-POT14: three jumbo ribbon tools, each with one large loop.
- RSET-POT2: six double-ended tools with large loops, around 15 cm (6 inches) long.
- RSET-POT5: six double-ended tools with large loops, around 20 cm (8 inches) long.
- RSET-POT4: six double-ended tools with small loops, around 20 cm (8 inches) long.
You receive one selected set. In the six-piece sets, the two working ends belong to the same tool; they are not twelve separate tools. Clay and a work surface are not included.
Choose loop size and length
Larger loops remove a broader strip of clay; smaller loops help with narrower areas and detail. Use a rounded loop for concave curves and a straight edge for planes or grooves. Large or small describes the loops; 15 or 20 cm describes tool length.
Remove clay with control
Work while the clay is still workable. Support the piece and draw the loop through the surface in short passes with light pressure. Try a scrap of clay first to see how angle and pressure change the cut. Remove several thin layers and check wall thickness as you hollow. Clear clay from the loop before continuing. These tools are not intended for grinding fired clay.
Use and care
Keep your free hand out of the loop’s path. Remove clay residue after use, wipe the metal parts clean and dry, and avoid prolonged soaking of the wooden handles. Store the tools dry with their loops protected.
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