Woodturning Jaws | Nick Agar
Every woodturner will have their favourite woodturning jaws, which they will reach for time and time again. This could be for a number of reasons. Whether its flexibility for you turning, grip on a project or versatility.
Axminster Woodturning offer a vast choice of jaws for almost any project. And with such a wide range of quality jaws, how do you chose which will be the right ones for you?
Sometimes it's good to get the advice from the experts.
Watch our Woodworking Wisdom demo with renowned woodturners Colwin Way and the late Nick Agar, as they discuss and demonstrate some of Nick's favourite jaws.
https://youtu.be/r_aC7KcHeBI
About Nick
Originally from the UK, Nick Agar built a successful and popular woodturning studio in Georgia, USA. A beloved teacher and demonstrator, he shared his knowledge through regular classes and demonstrations around the world.
With more than 30 years of experience, Nick became one of the most sought-after instructors in woodturning and was celebrated for his creativity and skill in surface enhancement. Renowned for his Viking sunset bowls and wall sculptures, his award-winning work often incorporated carving, airbrushing, ceramic and metal effects.
Nick was also a proud ambassador and champion of Axminster Woodturning chucks and jaws, a partnership that reflected his passion for the craft and his generous spirit.
Nick’s legacy continues to inspire woodturners across the globe.
Some of these jaws are dear to my heart, because that goes back in time to where I started, and other ones have multiple uses and have become my essentials."
Nick's favourite woodturning jaws
Axminster Woodturning 115mm Soft Jaws
Create your own custom designed jaws; an excellent addition to your work holding system.
Axminster Woodturning O'Donnell Dovetail Jaws - 38mm & 50mm
The unique design of the O’Donnell jaw allows access around the jaws for close-in tool work.
Axminster Woodturning Button Jaws - 250mm & 400mm
Offers a method of reverse chucking and holding previously turned pieces firmly but gently.
Axminster Woodturning SK100 & SK114 Dovetail Jaws Type C
The Type C jaws are especially useful for small bowls and end grain work such as boxes and goblets.
Axminster Woodturning Expanding Pin Chuck Jaws
Offers a secure method of mounting logs, burls and other odd shaped pieces of timber.
More on Axminster Woodturning Jaws
Discover more about the Axminster Woodturning range, including chucks, jaws and centres, all made in the UK, watch our video below.
https://youtube.com/live/59bC3O3pXHM
Share your favourites with us!
What are your go to jaws? Share with us on social media by searching and tagging @axminstertools on Facebook or Instagram, and get the conversation going. And share your pictures too! We love to see the projects you make with our chucks and jaws.
