The STRYI Maestro Semi-Bent Gouge is a professional wood carving tool designed for delicate detailing, deep relief carving, and precise work in hard-to-reach areas where straight tools cannot perform effectively.
Its semi-bent blade geometry allows smooth access into complex zones, making it ideal for shaping transitions, refining contours, and creating expressive 3D carving effects.
This gouge is part of the STRYI Maestro professional series, developed for artists and carvers who require maximum control, stability, and clean cutting performance.
āļø Semi-bent gouge profile ā perfect for working in confined and complex carving areas
āļø Sweep #9 curve ā ideal for smooth grooves, flowing contours, and relief transitions
āļø No secondary bevel (bevel-free design) ā maximum contact with the wood surface for superior precision
āļø Heavy-duty 5 mm blade thickness ā strength, stability, and controlled carving
āļø High-carbon proprietary STRYI alloy steel, hardened to 60ā62 HRC
āļø Polished and pre-sharpened blade ā clean cuts and excellent edge retention
āļø Ergonomic oiled hardwood handle ā balanced and comfortable for long carving sessions
Fine detailing and finishing work
Deep relief carving and sculptural accents
Creating expressive 3D effects
Decorative panels and artistic woodcarving
Hard-to-reach areas and complex carving zones
Professional and advanced woodcarvers
āļø 10 mm (0.4 inch)
āļø 15 mm (0.6 inch)
āļø 20 mm (0.8 inch)
āļø 25 mm (1 inch)
āļø 30 mm (1.2 inch)
Choose the size that best fits the scale and detail level of your carving project.
Brand: STRYI
Series: Maestro
Tool type: Semi-bent gouge
Blade thickness: 5 mm / 0.20 inches
Steel grade: STRYI proprietary high-carbon alloy
Hardness: 60ā62 HRC (Rockwell)
Bevel: No secondary bevel (bevel-free)
Total length: 260 mm / 10.24 inches
Handle length: 145 mm / 5.71 inches
Handle material: Oiled hardwood (Ukrainian ash or hornbeam)
Blade finish: Polished, pre-sharpened
Sharpened for: Softwood & hardwood
āļø Handmade in Ukraine with strict quality control
āļø Designed for professional precision and reliability
āļø Excellent balance and carving control
āļø Trusted by experienced woodcarvers worldwide
The STRYI Maestro Semi-Bent Gouge is an essential tool for carvers who demand precision, depth, and control in detailed and sculptural wood carving.
šŖµ Select the size you need and bring refined 3D detail to your carving projects.
This chisel is intended for woodworking by adults users. Recommended for users aged 14 and older. It is not designed or marketed as a children's product.