Freud 38-502 1-1/4 Inch Classical Bold Cove and Round Router Bit 1/4 Inch Shank Quadra-Cut TiCo Carbide Decorative Edging Tool for Woodworking

Add Distinctive Classical Detail with Flawless Quadra-Cut Precision

Elevate the appearance of your furniture, cabinetry, and architectural millwork with the Freud 38-502 1-1/4" Classical Bold Cove and Round Router Bit. This high-performance decorative edging tool creates a sophisticated profile featuring a bold concave cove paired with a smooth rounding over radius. Ideally suited for finishing table edges, plaques, and drawer fronts, this bit allows you to add a custom, professional touch to any project. The integrated ball bearing pilot ensures the bit tracks perfectly along the edge of your workpiece, making it easy to create consistent profiles on both straight and curved stock.

Designed for the perfectionist, the 38-502 features Freud’s patented Quadra-Cut™ design. By utilizing four cutting edges—two large cutters for bulk removal and two smaller cutters for finishing—this bit produces an extra-fine surface that requires little to no sanding, even when routing cross-grain. The bit is crafted from Freud’s exclusive TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide for superior edge retention and is finished with the Red Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Coating to resist heat, friction, and pitch buildup. With a precision-balanced 1/4" shank, it delivers smooth, chatter-free performance in both hand-held and table-mounted routers.

Key Features

• Quadra-Cut™ Technology: Four-cutter geometry (2 large, 2 small) delivers a glass-smooth finish.
• Classical Profile: Creates a bold cove and round edge for distinctive furniture detailing.
• TiCo™ Hi-Density Carbide: Proprietary blend maximizes cutting life and edge sharpness.
• Perma-SHIELD® Coating: Non-stick red coating protects against heat, rust, and resin accumulation.
• Versatile Application: Ideal for hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composite materials.
• Broad Compatibility: Safe for use on both hand-held routers and router tables.
• Bearing Guide: Ball bearing pilot allows for precise edge following without a fence.

What's Included

(1) Freud 38-502 1-1/4" Diameter Classical Bold Cove and Round Router Bit

Specifications

Pro-Tip: The 38-502 utilizes a bearing to guide the cut. For the cleanest results, ensure your workpiece edge is already smooth and sanded before routing, as the bearing will transfer any imperfections in the edge to your decorative profile. Because this bit has a Quadra-Cut design, you can trust it to leave a flawless finish even on end grain.