Product Description
The CMT Roman Ogee Bit with Bearing - 1 1/2" Diameter, 11/16" Cutting Height, 1/4" Radius, 1/4" Shank is a precision-ground hardwood carbide router bit engineered to produce the timeless S-curve ogee profile that has defined elegant furniture edges and cabinet door trim for centuries. Built by CMT with a 2-flute hardwood (HW) carbide construction and a ball-bearing guide, this bit delivers consistent, repeatable depth of cut pass after pass - making it a reliable choice for craftsmen routing solid hardwood, furniture panels, and decorative edges on a handheld router or router table.
Key Features
- Roman Ogee Profile with Integrated Bearing - produces the classic S-curve edge treatment regarded as one of the most popular and beautiful profiles in woodworking, with the bearing ensuring consistent lateral depth on every pass.
- 1/4" Radius (R = 1/4") - delivers a refined, proportional ogee curve suited to furniture edges, cabinet door profiles, and decorative trim work where detail and elegance matter.
- 1 1/2" Cutting Diameter - provides full coverage of typical edge thicknesses, reducing the need for repositioning and producing a clean, complete ogee in fewer passes.
- 11/16" Cutting Height - accommodates a range of stock thicknesses so the bit engages the material fully, resulting in a crisp, well-defined profile edge.
- 2-Flute Hardwood Carbide (HW) Construction - twin cutting edges in industrial-grade carbide stay sharp through extended use in solid hardwoods and demanding materials, reducing downtime from frequent sharpening.
- 1/4" Shank - fits standard 1/4" collet routers, making this bit widely compatible with compact handheld routers and many router table setups without the need for adapters.
- Right-Hand (RH) Rotation - matches the standard rotation direction of virtually all handheld and table-mounted routers, ensuring correct chip ejection and safe, predictable cutting behavior.
- Multiple Passes Recommended - the design is optimized for incremental depth routing, which reduces stress on the bit and the workpiece, improving surface quality and minimizing tearout on demanding grain patterns.
Why This Product
- The Roman Ogee profile is widely considered one of the most popular edge treatments in woodworking - this bit is purpose-built to reproduce that classic shape precisely, so results are consistently elegant rather than dependent on trial and error.
- The integrated ball-bearing guide removes guesswork from depth-of-cut setup, keeping the bit indexed against the workpiece edge so profiles are uniform across long runs of cabinet doors, tabletops, or furniture frames.
- The 1/4" shank makes this bit accessible to woodworkers using compact or trim routers - no need for a heavy-duty machine to achieve professional-quality decorative edges.
- With a 2-flute hardwood carbide cutting head and a total length of 2 5/16", this bit is built for rigidity and longevity in demanding materials, meaning fewer interruptions and more consistent results from the first cut to the last.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 840.350.11
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Diameter: 1 1/2"
- Cutting Height: 11/16"
- Total Length: 2 5/16"
- Radius: 1/4"
- Shank: 1/4"
- Number of Teeth: 2
- Material: HW (Hardwood Carbide)
- Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)
Approved Applications
- Roman Ogee edge profiles on furniture and cabinetry
- Cabinet door edge treatment
- Furniture edge detailing and decorative trim work
- Decorative hardwood panel edges
Frequently Asked Questions
What profile does this bit produce?
This bit is designed to cut the Roman Ogee profile - a classic S-curve edge shape widely recognized as one of the most popular and visually refined edge treatments in woodworking. It is used extensively on furniture edges, cabinet door perimeters, and decorative trim panels.
Can I use this bit with a compact or trim router that has a 1/4" collet?
Yes. This bit has a 1/4" shank, which is compatible with any router equipped with a 1/4" collet, including compact handheld trim routers as well as larger routers fitted with a 1/4" collet insert.
How many passes should I take when routing with this bit?
CMT recommends making multiple passes for best results. Taking incremental passes rather than routing to full depth in a single pass reduces stress on the bit and the workpiece, produces a cleaner surface finish, and minimizes the risk of tearout in demanding grain patterns.
What does the bearing on this bit do?
The bearing rides along the edge of the workpiece and controls the lateral depth of cut. This keeps the ogee profile consistent along the entire length of the cut without requiring a fence, making it especially useful for curved or irregularly shaped workpieces as well as straight edges.
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