Traditional French Woodworking Brace

Materials: Forged Steel, Brass, Kotibe (African hardwood).

Product Details: The all ball-bearing 3-Jaw chuck holds round or hex bits superbly, up to a half an inch in diameter. The handles are comfortable and the left/right and locking ratchet is exceptionally solid. With a 10" sweep, the brace is a subtle and quiet drilling tool that allows you to apply a large amount of very controlled torque.

Craftsmanship: A well-made and gorgeous tool, this traditional French woodworking brace is for craftsmen who like to keep a foot in the past by working with traditional implements for their modern projects. There aren’t many toolmakers who produce this traditional drilling tool anymore, but we found a European maker who decided to make something exceptional. Add this unique woodworking tool to your collection today!

Because it’s such a unique tool, it’s no surprise that this brace is an expensive model. Whether you buy it for yourself or as a gift, this is a piece any devoted woodworker will prize. Shop it online only at Garrett Wade.