Studio shot of the Freud 39-208 Ovolo Groove router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, and 1/4 inch silver shank.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the Ovolo groove shape cut into a wood surface by the Freud 39-208 bit, specifying a 3/8 inch radius and 1-1/4 inch width.
Studio shot of the Freud 39-208 Ovolo Groove router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, and 1/4 inch silver shank.
Studio shot of the Freud 39-208 Ovolo Groove router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, and 1/4 inch silver shank.
Technical profile diagram illustrating the Ovolo groove shape cut into a wood surface by the Freud 39-208 bit, specifying a 3/8 inch radius and 1-1/4 inch width.
Studio shot of the Freud 39-208 Ovolo Groove router bit featuring a red Perma-SHIELD body, two carbide cutters, and 1/4 inch silver shank.
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Freud 39-208 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Ovolo Groove Router Bit 1/4 Inch Shank Carbide Decorative Molding Tool for French Provincial Cabinets

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SKU: 39-208
$28.79 USD

Description

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Create Timeless French Provincial Details with the Freud Ovolo Groove Bit

Capture the sophisticated charm of classic furniture design with the Freud 39-208 1-1/4" Diameter Ovolo Groove Router Bit. This specialized profile is essential for crafting the distinct decorative grooves found on French Provincial style cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and millwork. While primarily designed for surface plunging to create flat-bottomed grooves with rounded shoulders, this versatile tool can also be paired with a router table fence or edge guide to produce elegant roundover or beading profiles on the edge of your stock.

Engineered for the demanding needs of professional woodworkers, this bit features Freud’s premium TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide to ensure a razor-sharp cutting edge that resists wear even when routing abrasive man-made materials or dense hardwoods. The body is coated in Freud’s exclusive Red Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Coating, which prevents heat buildup, rust, and pitch accumulation, ensuring a cleaner cut and longer tool life. Computer-balanced for vibration-free performance, the 39-208 is compatible with CNC, hand-held, and table-mounted routers.

Key Features

  • French Provincial Style: Specifically designed to rout the classic Ovolo groove profile for period furniture.
  • Versatile Application: Creates surface grooves or decorative edge profiles when used with a fence.
  • TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide: Proprietary blend delivers a flawless finish and extended edge retention.
  • Perma-SHIELD® Coating: Non-stick red coating protects against corrosion, heat, and resin adhesion.
  • Broad Compatibility: Safe for use on CNC, hand-held, and table-mounted routers.
  • Material Performance: Cuts cleanly through softwoods, hardwoods, plywood, and composite materials.
  • Shear Angle Design: Slices through wood fibers cleanly to minimize sanding time.

What's Included

(1) Freud 39-208 1-1/4" Diameter Ovolo Groove Router Bit

Specifications

Overall Diameter (D) 1-1/4"
Shank Diameter (A) 1/4"
Carbide Height (h) 9/16"
Overall Length (H) 1-13/16"
Radius (R) 3/8"
Small Diameter (n) 1/2"
Number of Cutters 2
Max RPM 18,000
Profile Design Ovolo Groove
Coating Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick
Material TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide
Country of Origin Italy

Pro-Tip: Pay close attention to your router speed. Because this bit has a large 1-1/4" diameter on a smaller 1/4" shank, it is critical to reduce your router's speed to a maximum of 18,000 RPM. Running this bit at standard high speeds (24,000 RPM) can cause dangerous vibration and chatter. Also, since this bit has no pilot bearing, you must use a fence or edge guide to ensure a straight cut.