Tamiya 74139 engraving blade holder: black knurled aluminium body, metal chuck at the tip, clear safety cap on the plain end

Tamiya Engraving Blade Holder 74139

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Tamiya 74139 engraving blade holder: black knurled aluminium body, metal chuck at the tip, clear safety cap on the plain end
  • Tamiya 74139 engraving blade holder: black knurled aluminium body, metal chuck at the tip, clear safety cap on the plain end
  • Tamiya 74139 engraving blade holder without its cap, knurled grip and brass chuck at the lower end, plain tapered end above
  • Tamiya 74139 on its sealed card: TAMIYA CRAFT TOOLS, ENGRAVING BLADE HOLDER, item 74139, made in Japan, holder and cap inside
Tamiya Engraving Blade Holder 74139
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Tamiya Engraving Blade Holder 74139

£14.69
£14.69
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Product overview

Tamiya 74139 is the pen-style handle for the brand's engraving inserts. Its die-cast aluminium shaft measures 126 mm long and 6 mm in diameter, giving a slim profile with a knurled finger grip. A brass chuck holds 2 mm-shank replacements, so the cutting part can be chosen for scribing, needle work or flat-chisel removal.

  • Accepts Tamiya fine engraving blades, the engraving needle, flat chisel blade and Design Knife blades.
  • A protective safety cap is supplied with the handle.
  • Sold as the holder alone, without a cutting blade.

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
74139
Type
Tools
Tool type
Engraving blade holder
Shipping weight
140 g
Barcode
4950344741397
Made in
Japan
Dimensions & contents
Tool length
126 mm
In the box
Safety cap
Materials & finish
Material
Die-cast aluminium, brass chuck
Usage & compatibility
Capacity
2 mm shank blades

Product

Tamiya Engraving Blade Holder 74139

Code (proj)

74139

Ship. weight

140 g

Brand

Tamiya

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