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Originally Posted by Charleston
I use the 3/4 and 1 inch diameter "High Speed Rotary Files" for every popper I make. If the face is larger I work the 1" ball around.
The only place I have been able to find these tools is Discount-Tools dot com. If you pay for the premium shipping you will have them in 2 days. The 1" File is about $22
Tip, do not use a metal brush to clean the files. I use a tooth brush or my air hose. Keep'em sharp  |
Do you have High speed steel or carbide? I have some of each and I find that the high speed steel cut wood better. They both cut, but the HSS seems to do it quicker. I am waiting to see which last longer. I am gussing the carbide since it is harder.
Scott: when/if you get one or more of these, make sure you wear good work gloves and use a jig or clamp etc on the drill press. These are very sharp and will do a number on your hands/fingers. Some have also said that they use a bigger file than thier popper head. that is if you want to get that shallow type of popper mouth. I use a 3/4 alot that is just smaller than the outside diam of plug. I move the plug mouth around a bit and get a real nice shape.