Description
The Shape 0 is our smallest rib shape and one of our best sellers. The traditional kidney shape of this potters rib is the most universally recognized clay tool. This little rib can get into tight places and is good for detail work.
Shape 1 is the traditional kidney-shaped rib. Probably the most universally recognized pottery tool. It fits well in the hand and is useful for sculpting, hand building and throwing clay. Shape 1 is no too big. Not too small. It is just right.
Shape 2 is a workhorse for throwing, smoothing and compressing. In the Mudtools family, this shape is one of the firstborn.
Sometimes you have to make a point. The corner point on the Shape 4 gives a beautiful line on the clay. You also get two flat surfaces and three radiuses.
Shape 5 is the same traditional kidney-shape as Shapes 0 & 1, only bigger. It offers more surface coverage, making them great for smoothing a slab of clay.
Here is a rib that stands firm. Made of a heavier grade stainless steel, Shape 7 has less flexibility than some of the other ribs. The blunt end is good for carving away material or removing waste clay on the wheel.
The Long Scraper is available in different edge styles:
- Smooth edge
- Fine edge (18 teeth per inch)
- Extra-Fine edge (24 teeth per inch)
The smooth edge works great for throwing, the toothy edge is fantastic for scoring, scraping and planing the clay. This is a good tool for sculpting and hand building.
Mudtools stainless steel ribs are all made of cutlery grade stainless steel with varying flexibility among the tool styles.
