DESCRIPTION

Beginners 6 Piece Woodcarving Chisel Set

Woodcarving chisel set with elongated sleek, wooden handles. Ideal for beginners working on small projects.

* #1 Straight Chisel – Double Beveled
* #2 Skew Chisel
* Curved Chisel
* Curved Gouge
* Straight Gouge
* V-Gouge

Wood handle made from beech, polished smooth. Handles on this set are elongated and small in diameter. Handle measures approximately 3.4” (8.8cm). Shank including the ferrule, measures approximately 3.25” (7.6cm).

About the chisel and gauges:

Straight Chisel - Double Beveled: Has two beveled surfaces on the cutting edge.

Straight Gouge: 3mm bevel with approximate 25° heel.

V-gouge: As the name suggests, the tip of this chisel is a v-shape; two sharp edges connected at one end to form an angle. Angle measures 60°. Used for carving or parting.

Skew Chisel: Known to be a versatile tool; can be used alone or with a lathe. The name skew chisel refers to the angle of the cutting edge. The longest point is called a toe and the shortest is called a heel.

Curved Chisel: Used for splitting wood with a clean cut. Cutting edge is curved. Sweep: 10-0.4mm

Curved Gauge: 3mm bevel, sweep: 10-0.4mm, heel is 25-30°