The GRS #40 C-Max Tapered Flat Graver is a precision-made tungsten carbide engraving tool designed for professional hand engraving, jewelry engraving, stone setting, and detailed metalwork. Its Tapered Flat profile provides a versatile cutting geometry with a wider flat top, narrower flat bottom, and angled sides that taper downward. This pre-shaped C-Max graver is an excellent choice for background removal, plain and stylized borders, bright cutting, lettering, script, and wriggle cuts. It can be used as supplied or customized to create the exact cutting geometry required for your engraving technique. The 1/8" round shank features two flat alignment areas for quick and accurate orientation in a compatible GRS QC Tool Holder. The holder's set screws contact the flat areas to help ensure consistent graver positioning. Features & Benefits GRS #40 C-Max Tapered Flat Graver Precision manufactured from special tungsten carbide Pre-shaped Tapered Flat engraving profile Wider flat top with a narrower flat bottom Angled sides taper down to the cutting edge Can be used as supplied or customized Excellent for background removal Ideal for plain and stylized borders Useful for bright cutting, lettering, script, and wriggle cuts 1/8" round shank for use with GRS QC Tool Holders Two flat alignment areas provide fast, accurate graver orientation 1.8" overall length Made in the United States Key Specifications Brand: GRS Series: C-Max Graver: #40 Profile: Tapered Flat Overall Length: 1.8" (45.72 mm) Shank Diameter: 1/8" (3.175 mm) Material: Special Tungsten Carbide Shank: 1/8" Round with Alignment Flats SKU: 022-727 MPN: 022-727 UPC: 196943901327 Made In: United States Compatible Tool Holder: GRS QC Tool Holder for 1/8" Round Gravers #004-873 Engraving Applications The GRS #40 C-Max Tapered Flat Graver is well suited for: Background removal Plain borders Stylized borders Bright cutting Lettering Script engraving Wriggle cuts Decorative engraving Jewelry engraving Stone setting Hand engraving Detailed metalwork Compatible GRS QC Tool Holder Pair this graver with the GRS QC Tool Holder for 1/8" Round Gravers (#004-873). The alignment flats on the shank allow the holder's set screws to contact the flat surfaces, helping position the graver accurately and consistently. Why Choose a C-Max Tapered Flat Graver? The C-Max Tapered Flat profile provides a useful combination of control and versatility. Its pre-shaped geometry gives engravers a ready-to-use starting point while still allowing customization for specialized cutting techniques. C-Max gravers are precision manufactured from special tungsten carbide, making them well suited to demanding professional engraving applications. Frequently Asked Questions What is the GRS #40 C-Max Tapered Flat Graver used for?It is designed for background removal, plain and stylized borders, bright cutting, lettering, script, and wriggle cuts. What is a Tapered Flat graver?A Tapered Flat graver has a wider flat top, narrower flat bottom, and angled sides that taper downward. This geometry provides a versatile cutting profile for detailed engraving. Can the #40 C-Max Tapered Flat be customized?Yes. The graver is supplied with a basic pre-shaped Tapered Flat profile and can be used as supplied or customized to meet specific engraving requirements. What is the graver made from?The GRS #40 C-Max Tapered Flat is precision made from special tungsten carbide. What size is the shank?The graver has a 1/8" (3.175 mm) round shank with two flat alignment areas. Which GRS tool holder fits this graver?Use the GRS QC Tool Holder for 1/8" Round Gravers #004-873. How long is the GRS #40 C-Max Tapered Flat?The overall length is 1.8" (45.72 mm). Where is the GRS #40 C-Max Tapered Flat made?Micro-Tools lists this graver as Made in the United States. SKU: 022-727 UPC: 196943901327 BRAND: GRS MPN: 022-727 Made In: United States Micro-Tools makes every attempt to provide accurate information for each item. Actual packaging and/or specifications may be slightly different from the information and picture provided. N138P