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Month: January 2017

Posted on January 25, 2017

How wood choice changes

I was in a church in Preston a little while ago and, as is my habit when I visit such places, I went to look at the carved pulpit. Oak, and really quite detailed carved figures approximately 300mm (1 foot) tall.While I was looking at these figures I started wondering about the wood we choose … Continue reading How wood choice changes

Posted on January 19, 2017

My latest little carving knife

My new favourite pocket carver is a small Puuko style blade, it’s made from a massively thick, (7mm)  HSS wood turning tool inherited from my late Dad. I’ve done it as a full flat grind with a slight convex secondary bevel that blends into the primary grind to give a really smooth curve. I’m not … Continue reading My latest little carving knife

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