Loop tools are used to remove controlled amounts of clay from wheel-thrown and sculpture pieces. The shaped cutting heads are made from heavy stainless steel ribbon with sharpened edges. Each tool, with its rugged hardwood handle, ensures a sure grip and easy manipulation in wet clay.
The starting salary for general surgeons working in the United States, who are in their first year on the job, is typically in the range from $45,302 to $304,108 a year according to the salary information provided by Payscale.
A General Surgeon with mid-career experience which includes employees with 5 to 10 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $249,000 based on 190 salaries. An experienced General Surgeon which includes employees with 10 to 20 years of experience can expect to earn an average total compensation of $262,000 based on 185 salaries.