Would this set be good to use on blocks of balsa wood. I only have need of carving tools on occasion not for every day use.
817100
I would have to say yes on balsa wood.just do not put to hard on the handle
1800949
most anything can be carved with simple or limited number of tools but most people who have been carving for a while usually acumulate a rather large selection of tools over time. I suggest contacting TreelineUSA.com 1-800-598-2743 and asking for their free carving catalog.Sizes and shapes of the various tools are illustrated and they will be happy to give advice. Keep your tools razor sharp and your body protected. Welcome to the world of woodcarving. Have fun. Merry Christmas! Colo.Toad
167074
They are not well suited for wood but I suppose you could use them for that purpose. They will work on all hard materials but be sure to wear safety glasses and yes, they are cold chisels. I felt it was a good selection for the price.
719305
Wood lol you will most likely want a tool sharpening jig set up for your tools and a 4 jaw chuck as well.
539909
It depends on what you mean by wood carving, for fine detailed work like the trim of a jewelry box, then no not at all. If your talking about mindlessly carving sticks around a fire sure it would be perfect for that. It would make a decent fishing box knife.
574873
I believe it would work well for that purpose. I use it for woodcarving all the time.
801152
No, it won't work for that. It's for crafts. I use it. for hours and hours on its absolute hottest setting and still have trouble carving hollow craft foam.
223098
If you're asking about the Dremel rotary tool, yes, it can be used to sand wood, but it takes practice to learn to control and can easily gouge wood. There are probably better tools to use for sanding, so Jan is correct. If you're asking about the set of bits, B. Fleming is right. You might be better off looking at individual bits if you really think sanding with a Dremel suits your needs. A lot depends on exactly what you intend to sand.
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i have been carving since 1974 and have used many different types of carving tools, and the finest by far are the flexcut tool. in this set of four you will have a standard knife, a chip carving knife and a couple smaller ones for detailing. these are about all the knives you will need. i also own a couple of different sets of the flexcut gouges. hope this helps you out.
289175
Sorry, I bought these for wood carving. My daughter, who is a chef recommended them to me. She cuts and uses these for all kinds of preparation.
2254069
I don't know how long the blade would stand up to regular use on branches and brush. Honestly, the gladius shape isn't the most practical for brush work, so I'd recommend either the cold steel heavy machete, panga or kukri for that particular task.
1174715
Yes this tool is fantastic for any carving u enjoy doing. My husband is a large man 6'5' very solid arms and hands but he is able to work the most fragile of materials. I would recommend this product to anyone.
2162932
absolutely, the biggest mistake beginners make is thinking you must have a huge assortment of tools. Think of what cuts you need to make and how to adapt the tools you have. Take your time, enjoy, improvise if need be but above all ENJOY!!! Carving is very satisfying!
510402
We used this to seal up a puzzle that we framed and it worked very well. Not sure how it will work with blocks, but I would suggest you give it a try. I don't see how it could hurt anything- if anything- it would just help to to seal up your blocks even more.
2063975
The knife may work for this application, but with limited ability since the pommel is not real thick in nature. Tent stakes and light duty hammering may work. However, for cutting, carving, shaving branches, and other woodsman's work this knife excels!
498808
I have not used it for that but I imagine it would work great. Works very well on chisels and lathe tools.
1068082
The hammer in this set is very light, but it should work. I created a larger board made from real wood for my son to hammer pegs into and it works just fine.