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How to make a Gramil.

4/4/2019

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Introducing…The Gramil (not Gremlin, but you still shouldn’t use it after midnight)

A gramil is a tool that has been used by luthiers since the time of Stradivari (his is still housed in the Stradivari museum in Cremona, Italy). It is used for cutting the purfling edge and/or the binding line. Using the gramil first cuts the soft wood fibers, preventing splits or chips that can occur when going back with a chisel or router. It’s also great for cutting lines on the hardwood back and sides.
Although the two tools are similar, a gramil is more versatile than a purfling cutter, as it can also be used to cut binding. Some luthiers have both tools and may decide to use one of the other, depending on the task at hand.

Unlike a marking gauge, a gramil will actually cut (instead of simply scribing) a line.
There are many models of gramils on the market available to purchase, although they can be expensive. Mine, which I made myself (based on a design by Richard Schneider), is flat on one side and radius on the other. The radius allows me to cut in the tight waist areas with greater precision than the flat side.

Check out my video demonstrating how to make your own gramil cutter for less than $15 in hardware.

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6/16/2019 08:33:57 pm

I am not sure what a gramil was, but now I know about it. Well, I am someone who loves my tools, and learning about a new one just made me excited. I have had problems with my activities lately, and I believe that this gramil will do the job for me. I am planning on ordering it, however, I think I will need to read reviews about it. Thank you very much for sharing this fantastic tool to me.

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Allan
6/29/2020 07:15:45 am

Great video. Detailed, complete, shows everything without hands in the way AND in focus.

Thanks

Allan

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Efrain Guzman link
3/15/2021 05:51:34 pm

What is the site wher you can buy the gramil blades. Interesting video will watch untill I learn!!
Thank you!!!!

Efrain

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tomy hovington
3/15/2021 06:36:17 pm

The website is luthier mercantile inc.

https://www.lmii.com/




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    My name is Tomy Hovington and I build string instruments. I started my woodworking journey years ago, following in the footsteps of my father and grandfather.

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