Faceting is a method of altering the surface of a piece by cutting off slices that can vary in size, amount and verticality. This method is of oriental influence. You can use this faceting tool to make your faceting cuts when you piece is leather hard. Throw your pots a little thicker than normal to allow for the faceting slices. 

The cutting wire measures 4.5 inches in length, the wood tool is 6.5 inches long overall.