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Hope Woodturning

Simon Hope designs woodturning tools, sanding systems and accessories that simplify turning tasks. His carbide tipped tools, hollowing systems and sanding solutions are used by hobbyists and professionals to achieve smooth, consistent results.

Who is Simon Hope, and what distinguishes his tool line?

Simon Hope is a professional woodturner and toolmaker who began turning at age 11 and was the youngest on the UK’s professional turners register by age 26. Since 2005, he's developed his own line of purpose-built tools and accessories—designed to deliver the performance he’d want as a user.

What standout design features define Simon Hope tools?

One of the most praised features is the Quick‑Release handle system, which lets users swap tool heads like hollowing bars, scrapers, or sanding arbors in seconds. This modular system streamlines workflow and delivers exceptional balance and ergonomics.

Are Simon Hope tools suitable for both hobbyists and pros?

Yes. His tool range includes carbide hollowing bars, scrapers, sanding tools, and texturing wheels—all manufactured to professional standards but accessible to hobbyists as well. Many users praise the durability and user-friendly design across all experience levels.

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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Std 47mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Std 47mm

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47mm Standard Sanding Interface Pads Sanding arbor replaceable front neoprene pads Black pads are standard hardness Red pads are soft for sanding...

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Simon Hope | Sanding Arbor 47mm | 8mm Hex Shaft

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Heavy duty arbors made from the best materials for the job and build to last! Stainless steel shafts with quick release groove (fits into any st...

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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Soft 36mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Soft 36mm

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36mm Soft Sanding Interface Pads Sanding arbor replaceable front neoprene pads Black pads are standard hardness Red pads are soft for sanding int...

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Simon Hope | Sanding Arbor 36mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Simon Hope | Sanding Arbor 36mm

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Heavy duty arbors made from the best materials for the job and build to last! Stainless steel shafts with quick release groove (fits into any st...

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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Std 72mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Std 72mm

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72mm Standard Sanding Interface Pads Sanding arbor replaceable front neoprene pads Black pads are standard hardness Red pads are soft for sanding...

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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Soft 72mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Soft 72mm

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72mm Soft Sanding Interface Pads Sanding arbor replaceable front neoprene pads Black pads are standard hardness Red pads are soft for sanding int...

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Simon Hope | Sanding Arbor 72mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Simon Hope | Sanding Arbor 72mm

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Heavy duty arbors made from the best materials for the job and build to last! Stainless steel shafts with quick release groove (fits into any st...

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Simon Hope | Complete Pro Sander Kit

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  The Simon Hope Complete Pro-Sander Kit includes Pro sander+allen key Softex handle grip 1 x 36mm head+pad 1 x 47mm head+pad 1 x 72 mm head+pad ...

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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Std 36mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Std 36mm

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Standard 36mm Sanding Interface Pads Sanding arbor replaceable front neoprene pads Black pads are standard hardness Red pads are soft for sanding...

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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Soft 47mm

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47mm Soft Sanding Interface Pads Sanding arbor replaceable front neoprene pads. Black pads are standard hardness and red pads are soft for sandi...

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Simon Hope | 16" Measuring Calliper

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16" Measuring Caliper - Never go through the bottom of a bowl again! Now made from stainless steel CNC routed Numbers that won't wear out 2 siz...

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Simon Hope | Crown Double Ended Spindle Gouge 13mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Simon Hope | Crown Double Ended Spindle Gouge 13mm

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Crown CRYO double end spindle gouge 1/2" - 350 mm long   Fits into medium (blue) grub or medium (blue) quick head Steel: Cryo Treated Each doub...

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Simon Hope | 19mm Swan Neck with 25mm Scraper (Online Only) - BPM Toolcraft
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Simon Hope | 19mm Swan Neck with 25mm Scraper

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The Simon Hope 19mm swan neck hollowing bar comes standard with a 25mm scraper fitted. Ideal for larger hollow forms The best is to use it in com...

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Simon Hope | Quick Click Arbor Holder 200mm

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  200mm Quick Click Arbor Holder Standard and extra-long holders for the new quick click system arbors The new holders have been specially desig...

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Simon Hope | Quick Click Sanding Arbor 72mm

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  72mm Quick Click Sanding Holder Heavy-duty arbors made from the best materials for the job and build to last! New HOPE arbor click system s...

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Simon Hope | Quick Click Sanding Arbor 47mm

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  47mm Quick Click Sanding Holder Heavy-duty arbors made from the best materials for the job and build to last! New HOPE arbor click system s...

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Simon Hope | Pro Sander Long Reach Bar

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  Pro Sander Long Reach Bar Long reach bar (bar+screw only) Comes with a softex handle that can be pulled off if the bar is intended to fit into...

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Simon Hope | Coloured Grub Screw Handle Small 27cm Long, 10mm Hole

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  These handles are ideal for a fixed blade of your choice.  They are very well balanced and have a comfortable softex grip.  The extra weight can ...

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Simon Hope | 2MT Drum Sander Lathe Holder

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2MT Holder for mounting Simon Hope Drum sanders in a 2MT lathe 

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Simon Hope | Carbide 6mm on a 10mm Stainless Steel Straight Bar

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6mm Carbide on a 10mm Stainless Steel Straight Bar  Excellent tool for small boxes Total length is 235mm or 9-1/4" Fits into small grub or s...

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Simon Hope | 60mm Drum Sander

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HOPE drum sanders can be used on the lathe with a 2MT holer or a kit for holding onto a pillar drill. These are made from solid aluminium which ...

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Simon Hope | 8mm Heavy Duty Straight Hollowing Tool

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This 8mm heavy duty is similar in design to the 8mm straight but has a wider bar for extra strength and support and designed for bigger end grain...

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Simon Hope | Carbide 6mm on a 10mm Stainless Steel Hook Bar

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6mm Carbide on a 10mm Stainless Steel Hook Bar  Excellent tool for small boxes and hollow forms Total length is 215mm or 8-1/2" Fits into small g...

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Simon Hope | 10" Measuring Calliper

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10" Measuring Caliper - Never go through the bottom of a bowl again! Now made from stainless steel CNC routed Numbers that won't wear out 2 siz...

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