The CMT Classical Ogee Bit with Bearing is a professional-grade router bit engineered for producing elegant, traditional decorative edge profiles on wood and wood-based materials. With a 1 1/8 in. cutting diameter, a 1/2 in. cutting height, and a 5/32 in. radius, this bit creates the refined ogee curve accented by a horizontal bead along the bottom of the profile - adding a distinctive decorative detail to the classic ogee design. Whether used in a handheld router or mounted in a router table, this CMT bit delivers clean, consistent results on furniture edges, cabinetry, and architectural millwork.

Key Features

• Classical Ogee Profile with Horizontal Bead - the added bead along the bottom of the profile distinguishes this design from a standard ogee, delivering richer visual detail and a more refined finished edge on traditional furniture and cabinetry.
• 1 1/8 in. Cutting Diameter, 1/2 in. Cutting Height - a generous cutting envelope allows this bit to shape full decorative profiles in solid hardwood, softwood, and sheet goods in a single setup.
• 5/32 in. Radius - the precisely ground 5/32 in. radius produces the authentic ogee curve proportions favored in traditional woodworking and furniture making.
• 1/2 in. Shank - the full 1/2 in. shank provides superior grip, minimizes vibration during cutting, and improves dimensional accuracy compared to smaller shank sizes.
• 2-Flute (2-Tooth) Hardwood Carbide Cutting Edge - two carbide cutting edges maintain a balanced cut, produce smooth surface finishes, and extend service life across a wide range of wood species and composites.
• Ball-Bearing Pilot Guide - the integrated bearing guide rides along the workpiece edge to control bit depth automatically, reducing the need for a fence and ensuring consistent profile depth across the full length of the cut.
• Right-Hand Rotation - standard RH rotation is compatible with virtually all handheld routers and router tables, ensuring straightforward setup and safe operation.
• 2 3/8 in. Total Length - the compact overall length keeps the bit stable and reduces deflection, contributing to cleaner profiles and longer bit life.

Why This Product

• The horizontal bead integrated into the bottom of the profile sets this classical ogee apart from basic ogee profiles - giving furniture makers and finish carpenters a single bit that delivers a more complex, period-accurate decorative detail without additional tooling.
• The ball-bearing pilot eliminates the need to set up a fence for freehand edge routing, making it faster to produce consistent ogee profiles on curved or straight workpiece edges with minimal setup time.
• With a 1/2 in. shank and 2-flute hardwood carbide construction, this bit is suited for demanding applications in solid hardwood and dense composites where smaller bits may deflect or wear prematurely.
• Multiple passes are recommended for best results, and the bit's 1/2 in. cutting height allows staged depth-of-cut progression - reducing tear-out and heat buildup on harder or more figured wood species.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 845.787.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 1 1/8 in.
• Cutting Height: 1/2 in.
• Total Length: 2 3/8 in.
• Radius: 5/32 in.
• Shank: 1/2 in.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Material: HW (Hardwood Carbide)
• Rotation: Right-Hand (RH)

Approved Applications

• Classical ogee decorative edge profiles
• Traditional furniture edges and face frames
• Cabinet door and drawer front profiling
• Architectural millwork and interior trim
• Solid hardwood and softwood edge shaping
• Plywood, MDF, chipboard, and composite panel edges