![]() ![]() By the way, her instructional DVDs are very good. I learned initial technique from a workshop with Nora Hall () and she avoided using a mallet. I almost never use a mallet for my relief carving. I MUCH prefer the size and feel of traditional tools. ![]() I tried the Flexcut tools a few times and found that I had ZERO control. I also found that the better, larger tools were easier to sharpen well and held an edge better. The difference in what I was able to do was night and day. Got a better set but with palm handles and did better, and finally got a Pfeil set from Woodcraft. Got a cheapie set and they couldn't stay sharp. I started carving for fun about 15 years ago. Catch 22.Īs to why I have the flexcuts - I bought a set to get started. Point taken, but, despite Mike Henderson's helpful advice (see above) I won't really know which tools I need until I do some carving. Nobody in my area.Īnd I would second or third the suggestion NOT to get a set of tools.Not the most economical way to go. There may be a member close to you that can help you get started. Point taken, though I have no experience of my own.Īs far as traditional goes, my favorites are Pfeils.Ashley Isles are a close second, close enough that I will buy by price and availability. I dont care for the flex in the shaft, and fail to see how it can help - it certainly makes hitting them with a mallet, or even just pushing with a forearm a dicey proposition. Not the most economical way to go.Īs to why I have the flexcuts - I bought a set to get started.ġ10582 my ball & claw is the unfinished one, the other is Phil Lowe's They almost never include all the ones you need for YOUR carving and a lot thay you will NEVER use. ![]() There may be a member close to you that can help you get started.Īnd I would second or third the suggestion NOT to get a set of tools. Not sure where you are geographically, but it sounds like you are interested in period furniture. The Ashley Isles are a close second, close enough that I will buy by price and availability. They come sharp and with a well shaped bevel so they only need honing for a long time. On the other hand they come sharp, and I like the flexcut sharpening kit for all my gouges.Īs far as traditional goes, my favorites are Pfeils. I think I need a flexcut expert to show me how thats done, because I cant figure out how its done. According to their brochures, the flex is supposed to help them act like a bent gouge when needed. My take on the flexcuts is that they are mostly for those that carve "in-the-round". ![]() I have about 6 flexcut gouges and over 30 of the regular gouges (Pfeil and Ashley Isles). That's ten tools and will set you back about $250 - $300. Any of those can come later.ġ2/6 V-tool (this is the most important tool)ģ/20 (you could go narrower here, if you want, maybe a 3/12 or 3/16)īut a lot depends on what you're going to carve. My recommendations would be (given in the Pfeil system): These are all standard, straight tools - no fishtails, forward or back bent, or anything else. With the Grizzly set, I think you'll get some tools that you'll never, or rarely, use. I would suggest basswood (good basswood) or Honduras mahogany because they both are straight grain, cut well, and hold detail. Let me first comment that you should select the wood to carve because it will make a big difference in your carving (don't try to carve any wood in the beginning). Here are links to the two pages of carving products on the Grizzly site.Īnd if there are any must-have accessories that should be purchased now (specific sharpening stones, etc), please let me know :confused: I'm putting together a Grizzly order and can add a carving set to that if you guys think any of the Griz sets are suitable. My budget is small, but I know the value of having good tools (in terms of work product and safety), so please make recommedations with that in mind - er, emphasis on the budget aspect. I need advice on where to find a good deal on a set that will get me started. I'm really not knowledgeable - not even sure whether such work is done using chisels/gouges and a mallet or knives and hand pressure as in chip carving. My first attempts will be relief carving in whatever hardwood is at hand. ![]()
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