Tamiya 74138 fine engraving blade, 0.5 mm, tilted tip-down with the pale 0.5 mm identification mark on the shank

Tamiya Fine Engraving Blade 0.5mm 74138

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Tamiya 74138 fine engraving blade, 0.5 mm, tilted tip-down with the pale 0.5 mm identification mark on the shank
  • Tamiya 74138 fine engraving blade, 0.5 mm, tilted tip-down with the pale 0.5 mm identification mark on the shank
  • Tamiya 74138 in its sealed card: TAMIYA CRAFT TOOLS, FINE ENGRAVING BLADE, 0.5 mm, 1 piece, made in Japan
  • Tamiya 74138 blade lying in its open storage case, the moulded slots for further blades beside it
  • Tamiya's own macro of the bare blade: polished carbide shank and the hooked scribing tip at one end
  • Tamiya's own photograph: the blade held pen-fashion in the 74139 holder, scoring a flat styrene part
  • Tamiya's own close-ups: the blade scoring a panel line along a straight edge, and the fine chip it lifts
Tamiya Fine Engraving Blade 0.5mm 74138
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Tamiya Fine Engraving Blade 0.5mm 74138

$27.42
$27.42
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Product overview

With a blade thickness of 0.5 mm, Tamiya 74138 is the widest blade in his scribing range. The tungsten carbide edge serves plastic-model scribing where a broader recessed detail is wanted, whether the line is newly engraved or an existing feature is cut again. It must be mounted for use, and its handle is Item 74139 Engraving Blade Holder, sold separately.

  • Shank diameter: 2 mm
  • The pack contains one blade
  • White is the identification colour for this thickness, and the supplied case stores up to ten blades

Notes · Q & A

What blade shape should I use for miniatures — #10 or #11?

The #11 pointed blade is the default for trimming mould lines and fine cuts. The curved #10 belly suits slicing and scraping over larger areas. Most modellers keep an #11 in the handle and swap shapes as the job needs.

When should I change a blade?

The moment it drags, tears plastic instead of slicing, or needs pressure to start a cut. A blunt blade slips and causes most knife injuries, and blades are far cheaper than the finger you save. Snap old ones into a sealed tin.

What's a razor saw for that a knife can't do?

A razor saw removes thick sprue gates, cuts resin blocks and separates parts too chunky to slice cleanly. Its fine kerf leaves a flat face with minimal material loss, where a knife would slip or wander on a thick section.

How do I scrape mould lines rather than cut them?

Hold the blade at 90 degrees to the surface and draw it backwards, shaving the raised line in light passes. Scraping controls depth far better than cutting and leaves a smooth surface that needs little or no sanding.

Notes · Logistics

Shipping

Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

Table · Specification

Technical specifications

Product details
Brand
Tamiya
Product code
74138
Type
Tools
Tool type
Engraving blade
Shipping weight
80 g
Barcode
4950344741380
Made in
Japan
Dimensions & contents
Blade thickness
0.5 mm
Shank diameter
2 mm
In the box
1 fine engraving blade, Storage case for up to 10 blades
Materials & finish
Material
Tungsten carbide
Usage & compatibility
Compatible with
Tamiya Engraving Blade Holder 74139
Related sizes
Also available in
0.1 mm
0.2 mm
0.25 mm
0.3 mm

Product

Tamiya Fine Engraving Blade 0.5mm 74138

Code (proj)

74138

Ship. weight

80 g

Brand

Tamiya

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