This hand forged hook knife is made for wood carving, spoon carving, bowl carving, cup carving, and small hollowing projects. Its curved carbon steel blade is useful for removing wood from concave surfaces, shaping spoon bowls, carving cups, and working on other rounded wooden forms.
Specifications:
• Blade Diameter: 4.5 cm (1.77 in)
• Handle Length: 16.5 cm (6.50 in)
• Overall Length: 22.5 cm (8.86 in)
• Weight: 55 g (1.94 oz)
Materials:
✔️ Blade: Made from 52100 carbon steel, valued for its strength, toughness, and ability to hold a sharp working edge with proper care. This steel is a reliable choice for hand-forged carving knives that need durability and edge stability.
✔️ Handle: Made from ash wood, a strong and resilient hardwood with good shock resistance. The longer handle gives a comfortable grip and better leverage for controlled carving and hollowing work.
✔️ Leather Sheath: Made from Crazy Horse leather, known for its durability, dense structure, and rich vintage-style finish. The sheath helps protect the curved blade during storage and transport.
Advantages:
✅ Practical Hook Knife
This knife is suitable for spoon carving, bowl carving, cup carving, kuksa carving, and other hollowing work in wood.
✅ Curved Blade for Hollowing
The curved blade shape helps remove wood from concave surfaces and makes it practical for shaping rounded wooden forms.
✅ Longer Handle for Control
The 16.5 cm ash handle gives the carver a comfortable grip and extra leverage during carving work.
✅ Hand-Forged Carbon Steel
The 52100 carbon steel blade is forged and finished by hand, giving the knife a strong working edge and traditional handmade character.
✅ Leather Sheath Included
The Crazy Horse leather sheath helps cover the blade when the knife is not in use, making storage and transport safer and more practical.
Care Instructions:
To keep your hook knife in good working condition, wipe the carbon steel blade dry after each use and store it in a dry place. Apply a light coat of oil to help prevent rust. The ash handle can be treated occasionally with natural oil or wax. Make sure the blade is dry before placing it into the leather sheath.
This Hand-Forged Hook Knife is a practical wood carving tool for spoon makers, bowl carvers, kuksa carvers, whittlers, and woodworkers who value durable materials, comfortable handling, and traditional hand-forged craftsmanship.