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Carving Chisels & Knives

Carving chisels and knives feature finely honed blades for shaping, whittling and detailing wood.  Straight, bent and spoon gouges remove material with control, while chip carving knives incise decorative patterns.  Ergonomic handles reduce fatigue during extended carving sessions.

What are carving chisels and knives used for?
Carving chisels and knives are precision tools used in woodcarving, detailing, and sculpting. They're ideal for tasks such as relief carving, whittling, chip carving, and figure carving. These tools allow artisans to create fine details, smooth contours, and deep cuts in both softwoods and hardwoods.

What types of carving tools are available and how do they differ?
Carving tools come in a variety of blade shapes and sizes:

  • Carving knives – for whittling and general shaping

  • Gouges (U-shaped chisels) – for scooping cuts or hollows

  • V-tools – for sharp grooves and line work

  • Skew chisels – for angled slicing and finishing work

  • Veiners and parting tools – for narrow detail work
    Each type serves a different function, and many carvers use sets to handle diverse carving techniques and patterns.

How do I maintain carving chisels and knives for best performance?

  • Keep blades razor sharp using sharpening stones or leather strops

  • Regularly hone the edge to maintain sharpness and control

  • Store tools in a protective case or roll to prevent dulling or chipping

  • Use appropriate carving techniques and controlled hand pressure to avoid blade damage or injury
    Proper maintenance ensures cleaner cuts, safer handling, and a longer tool life.

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Pfeil | Swiss Made Linoleum & Block Cutters Set Of 6 | 060LSA (Online Only) - BPM Toolcraft
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pfeil | Linoleum & Block Cutters Set of 6pc

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 6pc Linoleum & Block Cutter Set Pfeil carving tools and Pfeil carving tool sets are Swiss made Swiss made implies reliability and prec...

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Pfeil | Brienz Detail Carving Knife - BPM Toolcraft
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Pfeil | Brienz Detail Carving Knife

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  Brienz Detail Carving Knife  pfeil carving tools and pfeil carving tool sets are Swiss made. Swiss made implies reliability and precision. pfe...

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Pfeil | Kerbschnittmesser Chip Carving Knife

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  Chip Carving Knife (Kerbschnittmesser) pfeil carving tools and pfeil carving tool sets are Swiss made. Swiss made implies reliability and pr...

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Pfeil | #11 Chip Carving Knife (Detailschnitzmesser) - BPM Toolcraft
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Pfeil | #11 Chip Carving Knife (Detailschnitzmesser)

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  #11 Chip Carving Knife pfeil carving tools and carving tool sets are Swiss made. Swiss made implies reliability and precision. pfeil carving i...

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Pfeil | Chip Carving Knife Kerbschnittmesser

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  Chip Carving Knife Kerbschnittmesser Pfeil carving tools and Pfeil carving tool sets are Swiss made. Swiss made implies reliability and precis...

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Pfeil | #3 Chip Carving Knife (Konturenmesser) (Online only) - BPM Toolcraft
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Pfeil | #3 Chip Carving Knife (Konturenmesser)

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  #3 Chip Carving Knife pfeil carving tools and pfeil carving tool sets are Swiss made. Swiss made implies reliability and precision. pfeil carv...

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Pfeil | #6 Chip Carving Knife (Dreischneidiges Schnitzmesser) - BPM Toolcraft
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Pfeil | #6 Chip Carving Knife (Dreischneidiges Schnitzmesser)

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  #6 Chip Carving Knife  pfeil carving tools and pfeil carving tool sets are Swiss made. Swiss made implies reliability and precision. pfeil car...

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Pfeil | Linoleum & Block Cutters L11/2

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Pfeil Linoleum and Block Cutters are high quality, Swiss-made carving tools suitable for either lino or wood cutting. Each tool is made from c...

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Pfeil | Linoleum & Block Cutters L11/3

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Pfeil Linoleum and Block Cutters are high quality, Swiss-made carving tools suitable for either lino or wood cutting. Each tool is made from c...

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Pfeil | Chisel Set 4Pc

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  4Pc Chisel Set  These intermediate sized, professional style tools are 50mm shorter than our regular Swiss tools for easier control and greate...

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Pfeil | Brienz Carving Knife – Small

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  Small Brienz Carving Knife Pfeil carving tools and Pfeil carving tool sets are Swiss made. Swiss made implies reliability and precision. Pfe...

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Pfeil | Straight Tool - Chisel #5 - 12mm

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  #5 12mm Straight Chisel These tools are forged and precision ground with straight sides and v-bottom edge. Pfeil Straight chisels are used ...

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Pfeil | #12 Chip Carving Knife (Fuchsmesser) (Online only) - BPM Toolcraft
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Pfeil | #12 Chip Carving Knife (Fuchsmesser)

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  #12 Chip Carving Knife   pfeil carving tools and carving tool sets are Swiss made. Swiss made implies reliability and precision. pfeil carving...

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Pfeil | # 12 Sweep Straight V-Parting Tool 4mm

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Pfeil medium sized tools for smaller hands and beginners tackling basic projects. They are exactly the same quality and features as the Pfeil ...

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Pfeil | # 15 Sweep Straight V-Parting Tool 3mm

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For carving lettering and ornamentation and for sculpting figures. These tools are forged and precision ground with straight sides and v...

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Pfeil | # 12 Sweep Straight V-Parting Tool 10mm

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Pfeil medium sized tools for smaller hands and beginners tackling basic projects. They are exactly the same quality and features as the Pfeil ...

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Pfeil | # 15 Sweep Straight V-Parting Tool 3mm

Pfeil

For carving lettering and ornamentation and for sculpting figures. These tools are forged and precision ground with straight sides and v...

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Pfeil | # 2 Sweep Straight Chisel 8mm

Pfeil

Pfeil Straight chisels are used to carve the blank into rough form and to work on large areas. Specifications

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Pfeil | # 2 Sweep Straight Chisel 5mm

Pfeil

Pfeil Straight chisels are used to carve the blank into rough form and to work on large areas. Specifications

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Pfeil | # 2 Sweep Straight Chisel 20mm

Pfeil

Pfeil Straight chisels are used to carve the blank into rough form and to work on large areas.

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Pfeil | # 2 Sweep Straight Chisel 16mm

Pfeil

Pfeil Straight chisels are used to carve the blank into rough form and to work on large areas.

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Pfeil | # 2 Sweep Straight Chisel 30mm

Pfeil

Pfeil Straight chisels are used to carve the blank into rough form and to work on large areas.

R 1,319.00 - R 1,319.00
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Pfeil | # 3 Sweep Straight Chisel 20mm

Pfeil

Straight chisels are used to carve the blank into rough form and to work on large areas.

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Pfeil | # 3 Sweep Straight Chisel 12mm

Pfeil

Straight chisels are used to carve the blank into rough form and to work on large areas.

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