Hook Tool by Michael Hosaluk

(115 Reviews)

$50.00

This is designed for end grain hollowing only
Check out the Hook Tool Bar by TOD RAINES TOOLS – a great companion product.

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Product Info

This Hook Tool by Michael Hosaluk is designed to make end grain hollowing quick and efficient.

For end grain only – do not use on face grain turnings. If you are new to the use of an end grain hook tool please watch the tutorial video below. Practice with a knot free straight end grain piece of common domestic hardwood like maple, ash, cherry, etc. Do not use on super hard woods like lignum vitae, ironwood, Texas ebony, etc., until you are experienced with the hook tool.

In a bevel rubbing cut, it leaves a very smooth surface which eliminates a lot of sanding time. The hook tool comes pre-shaped and sharpened and is just under 3″ long with a shank length of about 1″ and a shank diameter of 7 mm.  Make your own tool bar or use the Hook Tool Bar by Tod Raines Tools which has a opening of 5/16″ to hold the Hook Tool (and other cutter tips that may fit)

Check out the Hook Tool Bar by TOD RAINES TOOLS.

Use the 1/4″ Half Round Diamond Hone to sharpen the hook tool.

To get all three parts order the Hook Tool Bundle.

Watch this YouTube video where I describe and use the Hook Tool in greater detail.

YouTube player

Here are few still shots from the video…

Additional information

Weight 0.023 lbs
Dimensions 2.7 × 0.5 × 0.375 in

Customer Product Reviews

William
Rating: 5/5
Hook tool
I was amazed at how well it cut the wood!
Sun May 24 2026 00:22:58 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Clayton Thigpen
Rating: 5/5
This is the right hook tool
I've tried hook tools in the past. This one is by far the easiest to use. It immediately felt right when I was using it, especially in that bar it bundles with. Happy to find this one.
Wed Dec 17 2025 06:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Richard Davis
Rating: 4/5
No Review
Sun Nov 02 2025 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Matthew Clarke
Rating: 5/5
Hook Tool
If you purchase this hook tool, get the 3.4” bar at the same time. The tool has a short learning curve, and produces really smooth sides when hollowing long grain vessels. A light touch produces rapid wood removal. Use a diamond file and it will behave well. I love this tool!
Wed Oct 22 2025 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Bo Branden
Rating: 4/5
Looks sharp out of the box
Have not used it yet because I'm making my own handle
Wed Oct 15 2025 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Mark Gist
Rating: 5/5
No Review
Fri Sep 26 2025 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
David Rose
Rating: 5/5
Great item, made to a high quality and standard. Fast shipping.
Tue Sep 16 2025 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Robert Schoenert
Rating: 5/5
Very informative & helpful. All questions answered with no pressure to purchase. I'll be a loyal customerfrom now on.
Sun Sep 14 2025 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
James Trudo
Rating: 5/5
No Review
Sat Aug 30 2025 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
George Boccia
Rating: 3/5
Hook Tool
Ad says it fits most handles. Didn’t fit mine.
Sun Aug 03 2025 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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