BuschKraft blends craftsmanship and engineering to create durable, purpose-driven pottery tools made for artists, makers, and studios.
BuschKraft Metal Ribs
Precision shaping tools for clean, controlled form
Designed with a balance of craftsmanship and engineering, BuschKraft ribs bring a refined feel to one of the most essential tools in the studio. Each rib is formed from rigid metal, offering a firm, responsive edge that allows for confident shaping, compressing, and refining of clay surfaces.
Available in a range of thoughtfully designed shapes and sizes, these ribs are built to adapt to your workflow — whether you’re opening forms, refining curves, compressing walls, or dialing in subtle details. From arcs and circles to rectangles and angular profiles, each variation is tuned for specific movements and surfaces, giving you control where it matters most.
The rigidity of the metal provides a consistent, predictable response, making these ribs especially well-suited for both wheel throwing and handbuilding applications.
Simple, durable, and purpose-driven — tools made to be used, not just admired.
Key Features
- Rigid metal construction for precise shaping and compression
- Clean, sharp edges for refining surfaces and defining form
- Multiple shapes available to suit a wide range of techniques
- Suitable for both wheel throwing and handbuilding
- Durable, long-lasting studio tools
Variations
This listing includes multiple rib shapes and sizes. Please select your preferred option from the dropdown menu.
BKP-RIB1001 - Medium Circle Shape - A reliable circle rib, great for shaping bowls or dividing pieces.
BKP-RIB1002 - Medium Teardrop Shape - The teardrop is great for shaping the inside of cups or taller forms. Use the slots for dividing or marking pieces.
BKP-RIB1003 - Large Arc Shape - A large arc for shaping larger bowls or wide dishes. The slots along the edge can be used as guides for measuring or designing.
BKP-RIB1004 - Small Arc Shape - A small arc for shaping shallow bowls or dishes. Simple and cute.
BKP-RIB1005 - Medium Rectangle Shape - A reliable rectangle, square corners, round corners, measure, scrape.
BKP-RIB1005 - Large Triangle Shaped Rigid Metal Rib with Square Tip - This large triangular metal rib can be used for shaping the inside of bowls. Use the square end for indents in closed forms or scraping the clay skirt off a piece.
