A precise hand tool for detailed wood carving

Why choose this Straight Carving Gouge?

Exact Specifications and Material Details

Product Details

Brand
Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Category
Straight Gouge
Material
High-carbon steel 52100 blade; ash wood palm handle.
Dimensions
Blade width is 12 mm; blade length 8 cm; handle length 6 cm; overall length 14 cm.
Type
Straight Gouge
Design
Straight Gouge
Care
The blade is forged from high-carbon steel 52100 and hardened for durability and edge retention.

What arrives

One Straight Carving Gouge with Palm Handle – 12 mm.

Comfort and Control

Handle Fit and Dimensions

Use for detailed carving, relief work, and fine joinery. Hold palm handle firmly for control and precision. Inspect tool and secure workpiece before use. Maintain sharpness and keep blade clean and dry.

Designed for comfortable grip during extended use

Best with the material, sharpening method, storage, and safety setup described for this tool. Do not substitute for unrelated cutting or prying tasks.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety guidance.

Shipping and Returns Overview

Logistics Information

Shipping

Shipping rates and delivery estimates are shown at checkout. Most partner-brand orders ship in 1-5 business days when inventory is available, but timing can vary by supplier, destination, item type, and carrier. Multi-brand orders may arrive in separate packages.

Returns Policy

Return requests are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Damaged, defective, incorrect, or missing items are fully supported; contact Resin Society first and we will coordinate directly with the brand. Change-of-mind returns are reviewed according to the supplier's return policy and item condition.
Straight carving gouge with palm handle 12 mm by Sharky Forged Steel Tools

A steady hand, a quiet cut

The 12 mm Straight Carving Gouge settles into the palm like a familiar habit—ash wood warm to the touch, steel ready to listen. On the bench, curls of pale shavings gather, edges turn crisp, and a small relief takes its first breath.

At the workbench

Small radius, big intention

Made for close work

Fussy corners and narrow passages often stall a project. The Straight Carving Gouge with Palm Handle – 12 mm threads into those spaces with a flared edge that stays keen and steady. Its short, rounded ash handle rests naturally in the hand, giving control without strain.

Clean cuts, calm rhythm

When a tool arrives sharpened and balanced, focus shifts from fixing to making. High‑carbon 52100 steel holds an edge through careful, repeated passes, so lines stay consistent and details stay intentional. The compact 14 cm length keeps your work close, your eye closer. Reliefs, letters, and fine joinery begin to feel inevitable rather than difficult.

Who reaches for it

Carvers, cabinetmakers, luthiers, and dedicated hobbyists who value precise handwork in varied woods.

In practice

Shape reliefs, letters, and tight joinery details by guiding the 12 mm blade along marked lines and into confined areas.
  • Hand-tool work
  • Woodworking
  • Carving and shaping
  • Shop setup
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Brand Spotlight

Sharky Forged Steel Tools

Sharky Forged Steel Tools supplies carving knives, chisels, gouges, axes, leather tools, and other tactile hand tools for woodshop and craft work. The line is here for makers who want real steel tools for shaping, carving, trimming, and building rather than disposable workshop accessories.
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Straight Carving Gouge FAQs

What is the blade width on this gouge?
It has a 12 mm (0.47 inch) wide straight blade with a flared edge.
Does it come ready to use?
Yes, it arrives sharpened and ready to carve.
What are the overall dimensions?
Blade length is 8 cm, handle length is 6 cm, and overall length is 14 cm.
What materials are used?
The blade is forged from high‑carbon 52100 steel, and the palm handle is ash wood.
How should I maintain the edge?
Keep the blade clean and dry, and sharpen as needed to maintain performance.