Beading tool, has any one made one at home?

What you are looking for is called a scratch stock
http://www.finewoodworking.com/SkillsAndTechniques/SkillsAndTechniquesArticle.aspx?id=31290

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You could make a couple of passes with a router and a face-beading bit or you might be able to find a moulding plane on ebay.

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Dave Moore posted a fantastic video of how to make a scratch stock on here a few weeks ago: http://lumberjocks.com/davemoorefurniture/blog/15014. The design is very similar to the one posted above, but I think Dave goes into a bit more detail on the construction.

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JohnnyW -

Good find. I really prefer the holder that he has for the scratch stock. Much more stable design. The other one in the video I posted would be more prone to shifting.

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I have used old sawzall blades, they can be ground to the profile you need and they can fit a Stanley #66 beading plane, or perhaps a frame of your own making. Make sure, if you happen to buy an old #66, that the blade retainer is in good shape.

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Thanks guys for your help. I’ve never heard of a scratch stock before! Looks perfect for the job.

Thanks for the videos too, they’re great. I feel a project coming on…....!

I’ll post my results soon

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