{"product_id":"freud-38-172-1-3-8-inch-dia-roman-ogee-router-bit-1-2-inch-shank-quadra-cut-decorative-edging-tool-for-woodworking-cabinets-furniture-and-millwork","title":"Freud 38-172 1-3\/8 Inch Dia Roman Ogee Router Bit 1\/2 Inch Shank Quadra-Cut Decorative Edging Tool for Woodworking Cabinets Furniture and Millwork","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #333; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2c3e50; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.1toptools.com\/pages\/brand-freud\" title=\"Link to the Freud Tools homepage.\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2274\/5945\/files\/freud3.jpg?v=1772570772\" alt=\"Freud precisely the best logo Logout\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #2c3e50; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eCreate Elegant Decorative Profiles with the Freud Quadra-Cut Roman Ogee Router Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransform ordinary wood edges into professional masterpieces with the \u003cstrong\u003eFreud 38-172 1-3\/8\" Quadra-Cut Roman Ogee Router Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed for the discerning woodworker, this bit creates a classic Roman Ogee profile with a precise inset bead, adding sophisticated detail to cabinets, furniture, plaques, and architectural millwork. Whether you are routing hardwood, softwood, plywood, or composite materials, this tool ensures a crisp, clean cut that enhances the aesthetic value of your project. Its robust 1\/2\" shank provides stability, making it compatible with both hand-held and table-mounted portable routers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this tool is Freud’s patented \u003cstrong\u003eQuadra-Cut™ design\u003c\/strong\u003e. This advanced technology utilizes four cutting edges—two large up-shear cutters to remove the majority of the material and two smaller down-shear cutters to refine the edge—resulting in a glass-smooth finish that requires virtually no sanding. The bit is shielded by Freud’s exclusive Red \u003cstrong\u003ePerma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e, which minimizes heat buildup, prevents rust, and resists pitch accumulation. Constructed with \u003cstrong\u003eTiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 38-172 is engineered to stay sharper longer, delivering consistent, high-quality results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuadra-Cut Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features 4 cutters (2 up-shear, 2 down-shear) for an extra-fine, flawless finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces a decorative Roman Ogee edge with a distinct 5\/32\" radius.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specially formulated carbide blend for maximum edge retention and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerma-SHIELD® Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-stick red coating reduces drag and protects against rust and heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for edging hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composition materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRouter Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for safe use on both hand-held and table-mounted routers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Balanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Computer-balanced to eliminate vibration and ensure chatter-free operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1) Freud 38-172 1-3\/8\" Quadra-Cut Roman Ogee Router Bit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"521\" style=\"width: 51.7857%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eOverall Diameter (D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003e1-3\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eShank Diameter (A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003e1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eCarbide Height (h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003e1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eOverall Length (H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003e2-1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eBearing Diameter (B)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003e3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eLarge Radius (R1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003e5\/32\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eNumber of Cutters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eMax RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003e16,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eProfile Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003eRoman Ogee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eCoating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003ePerma-SHIELD® Non-Stick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003eTiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 40.0716%;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 59.9284%;\"\u003eItaly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: #eef7fe; padding: 15px; border-left: 5px solid #2c3e50; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e When routing decorative profiles on expensive hardwood, always perform a test cut on a piece of scrap wood of the same species. 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