Potter’s Needle

Description

Potter’s Needle.
Straight sharp point clay detail tool with wooden handle and protective tip cap for sculpting, modelling, trimming and ceramics.
Approximate overall length 140mm, needle length 35mm.
Ideal for cutting off lumps and uneven rims, and also for bursting air bubbles.
Also used to measure the depth of the base of a pot.

Potter’s Needle Features

• Straight Sharp Needle Point: High-grade metal composition delivers clean cuts through heavy clay rings and wet earthenware without tearing.
• Ergonomic Wooden Handle: Smooth, lightweight timber handle provides comfortable, balanced control for precise detailing and surface scoring.
• Integrated Safety Tip Protector: Supplied with a dedicated plastic cap to shield the sharp point, safeguarding student hands during storage.
• Multi-Use Studio Functionality: Seamlessly functions as an air-bubble buster, a precise depth gauge for bases, and an intricate sgraffito carving instrument.
• Classroom Workspace Performance: Compact and highly durable design makes it a long-lasting, everyday staple for school pottery toolkits.