Standard Strength These are detailing tools used on between-centre work, where the grain is running parallel to the bed bars. They are used to create coves, beads and other profiles on goblets, vases and egg cups. Fingernail Gouge Ideal for detailing on spindle work by having the wing tips ground back reduces the danger of them catching when working in confined areas. Continental Gouge Originating from Europe, these tools have gained a reputation for their superb handling qualities on spindle work. Being a forged construction, they have an even wall thickness, thereby increasing the finesse without compromising the strength. Long and Strong Apart from the length of the blade, the tools are identical to the standard strength gouges. The increased length of the blades allows the turner a further reach into the work piece.