Freud 39-536 3/16" Radius Top Bearing Cove & Bead Groove Bit with 3/8" Shank is a precise, pattern-driven tool designed to bring classic cove-and-bead profiles to life with a clean, panel-like finish. Whether you’re building cabinet doors, paneling, or decorative edges, this bit delivers repeatable results that elevate your craftsmanship.

Designed to work with patterns or templates, this bit guides your cut with a radius top bearing for consistent, accurate tracing along curves. The result is a traditional profile that maintains a flat bottom, creating the illusion of panel construction even on flat panels.

• Pattern-guided precision: Use with your pattern or template to reproduce identical cove-and-bead profiles across multiple parts, reducing guesswork and waste.
• 3/16" radius with a flat bottom: Achieves a timeless cove-and-bead profile while delivering a flat base for convincing panel effects.
• Robust 3/8" shank: Provides stability and minimizes vibration for clean, accurate cuts in a range of materials.
• Versatile material compatibility: Cut hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composite materials, giving you flexibility across projects.
• Decorative edge versatility: Beyond panels, it’s ideal for decorative edges and architectural detailing that adds character to cabinetry and furniture.
• Router-flexible: Compatible with both hand-held and table-mounted routers, accommodating different workflow preferences.

Ideal use cases include cabinet doors and frame-and-panel assemblies that benefit from a classic cove-and-bead look, decorative edges on tabletops and shelves, and architectural trim where depth and contrast matter. The 39-536 is a reliable choice for woodworkers seeking a traditional profile without sacrificing accuracy or consistency.

Practical tips for best results:

• Begin with a shallow pass to establish the profile, then incrementally deepen the cut to full depth for cleaner results and reduced tear-out.
• Securely clamp your pattern or template and verify alignment before each pass to ensure uniformity across parts.
• Keep the bit sharp and feed steadily with the grain to maximize surface quality and edge definition.

Choose Freud for dependable performance and precise profile control. The 39-536 3/16" Radius Top Bearing Cove & Bead Groove Bit with 3/8" Shank is a targeted solution for woodworkers who want authentic, paneled aesthetics with consistent, repeatable results across a variety of projects.