I want to carve some large wooden utensils. Would this be a good set of tools for that task?
1800948
This is a good basic set but, if you're looking to carve spoons or bowls, FROM WHAT I'VE READ AND SEEN, you'll need a hook knife as well. Something like this... Morakniv Wood Carving 163 Hook Knife with Carbon Steel Blade
1800949
most anything can be carved with simple or limited number of tools but most people who have been carving for a while usually acumulate a rather large selection of tools over time. I suggest contacting TreelineUSA.com 1-800-598-2743 and asking for their free carving catalog.Sizes and shapes of the various tools are illustrated and they will be happy to give advice. Keep your tools razor sharp and your body protected. Welcome to the world of woodcarving. Have fun. Merry Christmas! Colo.Toad
1800950
This is a good basic set but, if you're looking to carve spoons or bowls, FROM WHAT I'VE READ AND SEEN, you'll need a hook knife as well. Something like this... http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0034YWJ1M/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=VPXNASQA89KX&coliid=I2FYV1EK3K369Q
1800951
For what you want the knives would be great but the two other tools would help in detailed work. Be sure to keep the knives sharp.
1407990
I would not recommended it. At best it would be a SLOW process with lots of cutting oil. For that type of work you should get a full size drill press. About 1/8" is about all the steel I would try. This is designed more for small light metals and wood. The type of work jewelers, dental techs and crafter do.
1675575
I don't do woodcarving. I have used it on very rare occasions to clean fish. My guess if you're going to use it while manipulating very small pieces of wood it probably wouldn't work for you. But if you're carving wooden lures it might be worth a look.
1266980
I would try it, I have never used that tool , I have always used the ( chisel and point) it will take care of most anything. The point will help you bust up concrete (Be careful and don't get them stuck). If you have a lot too do get a couple of each. They wear quickly.Have fun messy job:-)
379945
You could probably use them to carve Plaster of Paris, however, it would be slow going. You'd probably be better served using a Foredom or Dremel tool with a burr to carve plaster. These tools were intended (and usually used) for carving wax models when casting dental crowns and appliances...They are stiff, but not completely inflexible (and it depends upo the specific tool). They are not stiff like wood carving chisels or gouges.
385936
From what I have read of woodblock printing, I would suggest the T-7 hand tool bundle. It should sharpen most, if not all, of your knives and chisels.
409969
I wouldn't think so - it is HUGE and I don't think it would be agile enough for that. It works really well for carving meat into really thin slices.
524255
Yes beyond a doubt this combo would be an excellent set for any carpenter apprentice or professional. It will last you a long time is powerful and very well designed.
210035
Yes, I would thing if you fine a Jacob chuck you can use large size bitts, or drivers. I wouldn't go above 1/4 in metal or 3/4" in wood. Another drill to look at is the Festool CSX drill kit, it gives you several options.. but The Bosch is a great go to drill. Battery will last and last.
73591
I used my tool for cutting and detail sanding. . For those two jobs it's great... never did any sculpting sorry. . But am sure you could use this tool for it if that's what you want to do.
137945
These Carbide bits would probably be overkill, even for hardwood, because they cut hard things very fast. And they may leave a rougher surface than you want. For fast shaping; they'd definitely do the job, but I surmise that a softer bit would do just as well on hardwood. A simple sanding drum (2 sizes that I know of) should work very well for finishing and fine shaping. To remove large areas; try a saw blade. "Rotary Saw Blade": available individually or in sets. I usually work with metal, but I have used the tools listed on wood and plastic.
1170132
Yes it would do the job but I think this tool is much bigger than you need for this task.
1248429
It could cut such wood with this scroll saw, but it would be slow and definitely not my first choice of a tool for this. This Proxxon is designed to cut thinner and softer woods such as you need for making architectural models or general hobby uses such as cutting inlays or such. It really shines in this kind of use. If you want something for more general wood working or cabinet making that will go through heavy plywood and hardwoods you really do need to pay more and get a heavy duty scroll saw that is designed for that kind of work. My personal recommendations of saws for jobs like this to look at are the Porter Cable Scroll Saw for about $200 if you are on a really tight budget, or the Delta 40-690 for about $600 if you want something that will last a lifetime of daily use and make your work effortless.
752675
I would think it would be okay depending on what you plan on cutting, smaller diameter stuff would be okay. If you don't have a solid shaft you may want to stay away from running blades all together though. As far as blades go the the one I bought has too many teeth and didn't cut nearly as good as the Japanese blade I had with 40 teeth or so.
1210598
I think that would depend on your primary use for the knife. If the ferro rod is more inportant than the tools then it would be a good idea. You might even be able to replace one of the bits with a ferro rod.
1997375
Yes, if you have no choice! However if you can afford it, get yourself a Japanese pattern back saw, its stiffer and the teeth are finer.
1446033
Yes, you will be able to sharpen your lathe tools etc with what is included.