Hi - I'm just learning to use a lathe and have bought a set of turning tools that include the following (I found the descriptions on the net):
ISO 2: Left- and right-oriented cranked turning and facing tools
ISO 6: Cranked knife tool
ISO 7: Parting tool
ISO 8: Boring bar
It's all pretty obvious to me which tool to use when, except for the knife tool. Can anyone tell me what type of cuts it's supposed to be used for? And why are they called "cranked" tools?
Cheers
Dorian
