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Great video really well explained. I like the way you describe the cuts, keep the thumb below the horizon. I'm a visual learner so videos help me a lot. You are very right about now little safety info is prioritised. I grew up whittling the back of thin willow branches. Consider.myself a beginner though. Giving some characters a go with basswood. Made a tiny comfort bird I saw on Doug linked channel and so happy with it, I am keen to learn more. If I want to say where in the country you practised you archery? I wish you good light, a steady hand and happy creating.

I barely remember Jimmy as a little kid in one of my dads classes. I resented the shit out of wood carving almost my entire life as thats all my dad ever did…..this book was dedicated to him, and now I can see the beauty of the passion he passed on!

Thank you for this review. I've recently gotten into carving and found this book on Amazon and was contemplating purchasing it today. I think I may do so now because it seems like it may be helpful and I love the little animals. Your seal came out adorable and I'd love to see the squirrel you completed as well as, done of your relief carving projects. Though, I see you've not posted anything in a year. With that said, I hope you're well and I appreciate your review. 😊

Just found you. Good stuff. Keep it up👍

I have some flex cut knives and tools with a changeable handle. I also have Occt, and ha Helvie. Reach for Occt most of the time. Flex cut is a bit thick for me. All good knives though. Don’t overlook Beaver craft, I have two and they are good also. Thanks for the info 👍

Very interesting video. I have wanted to carve a green man. I think Iv been over thinking it. Your carving will help, thank you

Iv thought about this book. Might have give it a go. Interesting video

I have this book and I would also recommend it. I have made two so far. The painting information is excellent. Like you I tried dry brush painting for the first time. My only complaint is that the instructions could use a bit more expansion and detail. For a beginner, some of the instructions may not provide enough detail. But I would still recommend it. It may just require more patience.

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very nice video young man ...good for beginners

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I just bought this set and was happy to see your favorable review. I already have the starter set and am very happy with the quality, sharpness and ease of maintaining them.

I have plenty of straight edge tools, So I am looking more at the pelican models. sometimes a nice curved belly makes scissor (pivoting diagonally out from wrist or thumb's palm) action cuts nice and smooth. my preferred roughing pocket knife has a good curved belly and thin profile. I want a similar profile in one of my smaller detailing knives. I just cant get past the handle shape. I may go out to my friends house (a rough trip through miles of logging roads) just to borrow and try one first.

An excellent and honest review. Thanks!

You can sharpen the rounded tip or broken tip by sanding the spine with 220 grit emery cloth until a point is formed and then strop the sides to restore the cutting edge. Sometimes a general kit is a good way to find what knife size and shape you prefer. I am very particular about the handles. If the tool handles are awkward to my hand I avoid the tool. Most carvers seem to have a variety of carving tools but tend to favour one or two on a regular basis. It is said that a craftsman uses 20% of his tools 80% of the time and 80% of his tools 20% of the time. Perhaps this applies to carvers as well.

Great video, wish there was more content on UA-cam of this stanadard. I enjoyed your clam measured approach & so good to have a beginners clip that starts with safety. Looking forward to seeing lots more from you, thank you :) Time for me to hit subscribe.

Nice video. I've been thinking of getting that very same book. I think I'll do it!

Great video!

Not good for drie hardwoods

What shapes does it have in it? I ideally want a fine v cut and a fine gouge.

Good advice. What projects did do when you 1st started?

Really Helpful Video we need more from you. Can you tell me where you get your lime wood, please?

Thanks for a very informative video. It has helped me in my beginners choice of carving knives. Paul C.

Good video! Lots of helpful tips for beginners here :) Completely agree with ya, there are plenty of "do as I say and not as I do" situations and those of us making the videos should be mindful that others may copy exactly what is shown (I am guilty of this). Be mindful of your knife's movement, use proper safety gear (when available), and use common sense.

Nice review. Have a cheapo set at the moment and considering investing in flexicut. Can I ask whether you use V tools as flexcut do a set with 2 knives and 2 V tools? Also where do you buy your lime wood from? I'm in the UK too and have struggled to find decent lime for carving. Thanks for the review.

I’ve had this set for about 20 years. I haven’t used them a lot, but have been pleased with them when I use them.

I’m in the U.S. and had to order mine online. I think the carry them in some specialty woodworking stores, but not big box stores. I don’t have this set, but I have the sloyd knife, 5 inch draw knife and a palm carving set. I’ve been happy with the quality.

Can't you make the detail knife more pointy by just grinding it ?

It looks like you're staring at Flexcut people behind the camera pointing a gun at you. Nah just kidding, thanks for the info. How often do you sharpen your knife with the yellow compound thing ? Every 2h hours of use ? Every 2 weeks ? I have no idea. And do you really have to apply it on leather ?

I tried my first wood "carving" yesterday, using a chunk of pine wood (cause that's the only wood I found nearby) and dull entry level chisels... I think I cut my hands more than I cut the wood, and the result is nothing like what I wanted to do in the first place. Can't wait to receive those Flexcut knives i've ordered some days ago.

These sets are just great. I prefer my flexcut. I have some Pfeil. But I find the flexcut more willingly to do what I want. The flex in flexcut is good.

Great video! New sub! 👌

Good job young man

There’s another set with two sizes of pelican knives for multiple uses including details. I want to get the mini detail knife as well. I had a flexcut palm carving set with the handle as a separate part and interchangeable blades but got tired of swapping blades so gave it away. I knew I wanted to get into chiseling so ordered the beginning set to use either by hand or mallet. I found that the V blade works great for in the round (convex) details. They are much larger than the palm carving tools. I also got the spoon carving tool.

Interesting review, looking to get a set... Use a mora but it's too big for small basswood blocks. Maybe the mini detail knife is a better way to go.

I have the same set. I totally agree with you regarding the detail knife

Where did you get flex catalogue from