Bent and Spoon Knives

The new knives have arrived and I gave them a go. They are wonderful. They cut so well that I have ordered a left cut of the pictured knife below and I also emailed and asked about smaller blades and they can custom order blades. I will now get to more blades that are about half the size of the listed blades on their site. They also were fast to respond to email.

I went down the edge of this carving(Alaska Yellow Cedar) in a flash. The handles are a good grip. I have a bit of arthritis and the grip is great and does not give me pain in my hands holding this handle. You have a choice of two blades. A bent or a spoon blade. The one above is the bent knife.
The cutting blade for this knife is a about 2 inches and the handle included is a little over 6.5 inches.

Ordering is easy with online payment but you need to decide if you want a left and right cut blade. If you pull the blade to you with your right hand or if you push with your left hand get a right cut blade and just the opposite for the left cut blade.

You can use the blade for regular cuts and use the tips for scooping. I used it here as an outline of my carving.

You can purchase these blades online at

http://www.deepwoodsventures.com/

click on the bent knife or spoon carver to see the knives. I also ordered a gift box to place the knives in to protect them since I do not have a regular cover for larger blades.

Great Christmas presents for the wood carver in your family.

Local Carving Shows

Today I visited the local carving show. This is a great opportunity for a good look at carving tools and supplies. You can pick the brain of an experienced wood carver and sign up for a class. Some carving shows offer free classes to the public and you can try your had at carving to see how you like wood carving.

Most shows have vendors that on site that are local business where you can get supplies easily through out the year. Our local show has members on site where you can meet the carvers and sign up for membership.

When you enter the building you get a slip of paper to vote on the entered carvings that range from beginner to the professional. This is a great time to see new designs and speak with carvers who share your interest.