Bill van Gilder Tools
Bill van Gilder has been designing and refining pottery tools for the last 30 years. He is both a master potter and the host of the DIY networkâs series called âThrowing ClayâÂ. In his network DIY series, he generously shares his techniques and use of his tools. Bill has demonstrated his tools at the 2005 and 2006 NCECA conferences. Potters love them.
In the tool descriptions below, Bill discusses the unique qualities of each tool and how it is used.
3" wire length in a 5" x 3/4" U-shaped frame
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Hardwood tapered handle is 2-1/2" in length, metal cutting blade is 2-3/4" in length
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6-1/2" L. x 1/2" hardwood with 8" string
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Size: 2" x 2-1/2" x 3/8" thickness
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Price: From $4.95 to $6.25
The small dowel is 3" long x 3/4" diameter. The large dowel is 5" long x 3/4" diameter.
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Base board is 6" x 6" x 1/2" thickness; top board is 5" X 5" x 1/2" thickness Made of hardwood.
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5" length x 1" width x 3/16" thickness with 2 x 45 degree beveled ends
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The original 16" long wiggle wire is perfect for larger pots. Comes with two sturdy hardwood handles, 3/4" dia. x 2-1/4" L.
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