Compact knife for detailed carving

Exact Details and Fit

Hand-forged precision chip knife

Blade and Handle Details

Brand
Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Category
Chip Knife
Material
High-carbon steel 52100 blade; solid ash wood handle.
Dimensions
Blade length is 3.5 cm; handle length is 12.5 cm, providing a balanced grip for detailed work.
Type
Chip Knife
Design
Chip Knife
Care
The blade is hand-forged from high-carbon steel 52100, known for sharpness and edge retention

What arrives

One Small Whittling Carving Knife by Sharky Forged Steel Tools in the selected option unless the product details list a set or kit.

Balanced for fine control

Size and Handling

Use for detailed carving, shaping, and texturing small wood pieces. Hold the ergonomic handle for controlled cuts. Inspect before use and maintain blade sharpness and dryness for best performance.

Blade length is 3.5 cm; handle length is 12.5 cm

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.

Careful delivery and returns

Shipping and Returns

Shipping Details

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.

Return 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.
Small whittling carving knife with fine-tipped blade and ergonomic ash wood handle by Sharky Forged Steel Tools

Quiet control in the hand

A fine-tipped blade meets ash wood warmth—ready for slow, certain cuts at the workbench.

At the bench

Small moves, steady rhythm

Purposeful and pared back

Fussy detail work often slips under bulky handles and dull edges. The Small Whittling Carving Knife by Sharky Forged Steel Tools brings a compact 3.5 cm tip and an ash handle that sits naturally in the palm, so cuts land where intention leads. High‑carbon 52100 steel arrives sharp and holds an edge, keeping focus on the figure taking shape.

Detail made easier

When the tool disappears, the line becomes everything. This small knife finds that balance—light, precise, and grounded—so chip carving, miniature contours, and texture work feel calm and exact.

For hands that shape

Woodcarvers, model makers, and miniature sculptors seeking a compact, dependable knife for controlled detail on softwoods and hardwoods.

In daily practice

Keep it at the bench for chip cuts, stop cuts, and refining small features where accuracy is essential.
  • Hand-tool work
  • Woodworking
  • Carving and shaping
  • Shop setup
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Craftsman Origin

Maker Spotlight

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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Common Questions

FAQs

What are the knife’s dimensions?
Blade length 3.5 cm (1.38 in), handle length 12.5 cm (4.92 in), overall length 16 cm (6.3 in).
What materials are used?
A hand‑forged high‑carbon 52100 steel blade with a solid ash wood handle.
Does it arrive sharpened?
Yes, it arrives sharpened and ready to use.
Is it suited to hardwoods as well as softwoods?
Yes, it’s made for carvers who work with both soft and hardwoods.
How should I maintain the blade?
Keep the blade dry between sessions and sharpen as needed.