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3 mm Carving Gouge with Hand-Forged Curved Blade and Wooden Handle for Use with a Mallet on Fine Wood Details

3 mm Carving Gouge with Hand-Forged Curved Blade and Wooden Handle for Use with a Mallet on Fine Wood Details

Narrow chisel for small grooves and fine lines in wood. Supplied sharpened with a fitted handle and can withstand manual guiding of cuts and tapping with a mallet. Full description
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3 mm Carving Gouge with Hand-Forged Curved Blade and Wooden Handle for Use with a Mallet on Fine Wood Details

The narrow carving chisel with a gouged edge, 3 mm wide, is designed for work where precision and a clean cut are essential. The curved profile of the blade creates small rounded grooves, fine lines, and details in the wood that would be difficult to achieve with a wider tool. The blade is based on the traditional method of hand forging and gradually widens from the narrow neck to the cutting edge. The chisel comes sharpened and with a fitted handle, so you can start working immediately upon unpacking. It is suitable for carvers, modellers, and DIY enthusiasts looking to add a narrow gouging tool to their toolkit.

The handle is made of wood and has a simple cylindrical shape that fits comfortably in the palm when guiding the cut by hand. Between the blade and handle is a metal conical transition that reinforces the tool at the point where the greatest force is applied during work. The chisel is also designed for mallet strikes. The manufacturer intentionally fits the handle with a slight play so that it gradually settles more firmly with tapping during use. Therefore, a slight gap at the handle upon unpacking is not a defect but a part of the construction. The curved shape of the blade facilitates guiding the edge in recesses where a straight chisel might hit the surrounding material.

  • Type of Tool – Carving gouge with handle
  • Width of Blade – 3 mm
  • Profile of Blade – Curved (gouged)
  • Shape of Blade – Widened and slightly curved from a narrow neck
  • Blade – Hand-forged, supplied sharpened
  • Handle – Wooden, cylindrical, with a metal transition to the blade
  • Method of Use – Manual guiding of cuts and mallet strikes
  • Application – Detailed carving, fine grooves and lines, decorating wooden objects
  • Contents of Package – 1 carving chisel with a fitted wooden handle

When working, guide the chisel ideally along the grain and remove material gradually in thin layers. The narrow edge is best used for finishing shapes, highlighting outlines, and carving small ornaments. Tap gently with the mallet and preferably with shorter strikes to avoid overloading the thin edge. After finishing work, wipe the blade dry and remove any sawdust and resin from it. For longer storage, a thin layer of oil will help protect the blade from moisture. It is advisable to regularly hone the edge, as a sharp tool cuts cleaner and safer than a dull one.

A chisel with a blade width of 3 mm is a practical addition to the carving toolkit, capable of handling fine details and narrow grooves. The combination of gouged edge, curved blade, and wooden handle allows for working with both hand pressure and with the aid of a mallet. The tool comes ready to use, sharpened and with a fitted handle. It is useful for carving ornaments, reliefs, and figures, as well as for finishing small wooden products. It will be beneficial for both novice and experienced carvers.

Price incl. VAT €29.65