Lead time for knives is approximately 1 week.

Molding Knives

Molding Knives

Genuine W&H profile knives are precision cutting tools designed for all Williams & Hussey Molder models—both old and new. Each knife is engineered for accurate bolt-hole alignment, proper clearance, and bevel angle to ensure clean, consistent cuts with minimal tear-out or burning.

Installed in the cutter head of a planer-molder, the knives rotate at high speed to shape wood into detailed profiles as it feeds through. W&H offers a wide selection of standard profiles, making producing crowns, bases, casings, and other decorative moldings easy.

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Key Features in Selecting the Right Knives

Choosing the right molding knives is essential for achieving precise cuts, smooth finishes, and long-lasting performance in your woodworking projects. Consider the following key aspects when selecting knives for your Williams & Hussey molder:
Material Quality
Knives made from high-speed steel (HSS) provide superior sharpness, durability, and heat resistance, ensuring a cleaner cut and longer tool life.
Profile Accuracy
Precision-cut knives are crucial for creating an exact, repeatable profile. Poorly machined knives can lead to uneven cuts and wasted material.
Machine Compatibility
Use knives explicitly designed for your cutterhead to avoid issues with fitment, alignment, and safety. Using non-OEM knives can damage your machine and compromise your results.
Sharpness & Edge Retention
A sharp cutting edge reduces wood burning, produces cleaner cuts, and requires less sanding or finishing work.
Maintenance & Resharpening
Invest in knives that can be resharpened multiple times without losing performance for long-term cost savings.

Why Choose Williams & Hussey Knives?

Williams & Hussey knives are made from the finest quality of high-speed steel (HSS)
Each set of 2 knives is designed and manufactured for proper beveled angles, clearance, and knife hole patterns. Our precision bolt-hole alignment, proper knife clearance, and angle back-off provide a precision cutting edge. This minimizes knife burning and creates knives that fit perfectly on a W&H Molder.

Custom Knives

Are you looking for a custom molding knife or a unique profile?

Williams & Hussey specializes in custom profile knives. We can replicate or create new designs using a sketch, drawing, or physical sample. Our team has experience producing high-quality custom knives, from classic baseboards to intricate historic restorations.

Knife Sharpen Service

Keeping knives clean and sharp will result in a smooth profile finish.
  1. Our knife sharpening service will inspect each set of knives for any damage and proper knife thickness.
  2. If knives are damaged or too thin, we will contact you to discuss replacement options.
  3. Sharpening services are processed and shipped within 1-2 business days.

Need Assistance or Have a Question?

Williams & Hussey is here to help you find the right molding knife profile for your molder and are happy to answer your questions about any of our products.