{"title":"Mandrels","description":"\u003cp\u003eMandrels connect Cratex wheels, points, and cones to your rotary tool. Keep 3-4 loaded with different grits to avoid swapping mid-session.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cratex-rubberized-abrasive-point-and-mandrel-kit-no-767","title":"Cratex Rubberized Abrasive Point and Mandrel Kit No. 767","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoints-only kit for detail-focused makers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf your knife designs have a lot of tight work — elaborate plunge lines, integral guards, carved handles — this kit is built for you. All points, all shapes, with mandrels included so you're ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull range of point shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll four grits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/8\" mandrels included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakers who do a lot of fixed blade work with integral bolsters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTactical and fighter knives with complex guards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnything with inside curves and tight transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you already use wheels for blade flats but need to step up your detail game, this is the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cratex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47287850598636,"sku":"CRATEX-767","price":137.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/3640\/2156\/files\/Cratex-Rubberized-Abrasive-Point-and-Mandrel-Kit-No.-767_cratex600w.jpg?v=1770514301"},{"product_id":"cratex-small-wheel-and-mandrel-kit-no-707","title":"Cratex Small Wheel and Mandrel Kit No. 707","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade-flat finishing kit with everything you need to start.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall wheels are the most-used shape for knife work. This kit gives you a solid selection across all grits, plus mandrels so you're ready to mount up and go.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall wheels in all four grits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple wheels per grit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/8\" mandrels included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKnife Making Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt scratch removal on blade flats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBevel blending after heat treat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-etch prep on Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent satin finish work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're primarily making flat-ground blades (drop points, clip points, tantos), this covers most of your rubber-bonded abrasive needs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cratex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47287850926316,"sku":"CRATEX-707","price":109.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/3640\/2156\/files\/Cratex-Small-Wheel-and-Mandrel-Kit-No.-707-44-wheels-2-mandrels_cratex600w.jpg?v=1770514336"},{"product_id":"cratex-mandrels","title":"Cratex Mandrels","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe connection between your rotary tool and a cleaner blade finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMandrels connect your Cratex wheels and points to your Dremel, flex shaft, or rotary tool. They're small, cheap, and absolutely critical — a worn mandrel means a slipping wheel, and a slipping wheel means gouges in your blade. Keep spares on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShank Sizes for Knife Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/8\" (3.2mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The standard for Dremels and most rotary tools. If you're unsure, this is probably what you need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\/32\" (2.4mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — For smaller flex shafts and precision handpieces. Better for fine detail work on plunge lines and guards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" (6.4mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — For die grinders and bench grinders. More rigid for aggressive work on blade flats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Mandrel for Which Job?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlunge lines \u0026amp; detail work\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3\/32\" or 1\/8\" with small points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade flats \u0026amp; bevels\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1\/8\" or 1\/4\" with mounted wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuard \u0026amp; bolster work\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1\/8\" with your preferred point shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScrew-type mandrels grip better than friction-fit.\u003c\/strong\u003e When your wheel slips mid-stroke, that's when you gouge your blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnug it down before each session.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibration loosens things over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplace worn mandrels.\u003c\/strong\u003e A $3 mandrel isn't worth risking a blade you've spent hours on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. 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A loose cut-off wheel can shatter. Eye protection mandatory — no exceptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually. Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cratex-spedecut-sb-super-bond-cut-off-wheels\"\u003eSpedecut SB wheels\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cratex-spedecut-tb-true-bond-cut-off-wheels\"\u003eSpedecut TB wheels\u003c\/a\u003e depending on your material.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cratex","offers":[{"title":"1\/8\" Shank","offer_id":47287857610988,"sku":"SM-1\/8","price":9.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\/32\" Shank","offer_id":47287857643756,"sku":"SM-3\/32","price":8.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4\" Shank","offer_id":47287857676524,"sku":"SM-1\/4","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/3640\/2156\/files\/Spedecut-Mandrels-QSM-14L_cratex600w.jpg?v=1770514211"}],"url":"https:\/\/finisherssupply.com\/collections\/mandrels.oembed","provider":"Finishers Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}