this was a great video, I love seeing unique tools that carvers collect over time that you don't come by often. I have been wanting a DHK pistol grip knife for a while now and its not easy to find.
I really enjoyed this segment. Besides my OCC Tools and Flexcut knives, I am the proud owner of some tools that my grandfather used that, to my best guess are over 100 years old. I use these often and they are a joy to work with. I'd love to post a picture so all can see these fine tools.
I use a flexcut roughing knife that I've flattened the grind on, and a Chip carving knife from Lee Valley. I also inherited 4 other knives the my Dad made back in the 90's, those ones are very special to me.
I have a good start on my knives but as far as the gouges and V-tools go what do you recommend as far as buying a complete set what set I want a good set what do you recommend. Right now I’m only interested in small figure carving and Christmas ornaments. Your a very good carver by the way. And I’m learning all I can. Thank you
When a dental brush doesn't work I have a dental pick in my kit and it is great for those stubborn areas, I also have stylists it Bob Hershey showed that they are good for burnishing the eyes on the animal characters.
Thanks for the great info. I have been searching to try and find that #7-3/16"-Soft V with no success. I know you use that one a lot with facial features. Any advice on where to find one or a substitute type tool ? Thanks as always. Your videos are the best.
Nice vidéo. In Frenxh, we don't find this knifes. Myself, I use à Mora120 and severals others knives and little gouges. Excuse me to my english
Thanks. Good instructions. Calm, clear, concise.
I agree on DHK Pistol Grip!
this was a great video, I love seeing unique tools that carvers collect over time that you don't come by often. I have been wanting a DHK pistol grip knife for a while now and its not easy to find.
Handle fit and function equals joy.
Tools can give us joy. Thanks
I have an old Ron Wells knife and it is incredible! Glides through wood like butter
I really enjoyed this segment. Besides my OCC Tools and Flexcut knives, I am the proud owner of some tools that my grandfather used that, to my best guess are over 100 years old. I use these often and they are a joy to work with. I'd love to post a picture so all can see these fine tools.
Is there a way I can post a picture? Thanks.
I use a flexcut roughing knife that I've flattened the grind on, and a Chip carving knife from Lee Valley. I also inherited 4 other knives the my Dad made back in the 90's, those ones are very special to me.
Thanks Van, these tool tips are always very helpful.
I actually have a couple of these. Keep up the good work buddy!
I have a Bud Murray large skew. I wish I had bought a couple sizes when I had the opportunity.
Thanks Van ,great channel! Luv the DHK myself. Tried a few brands, and like these the best.
I have a good start on my knives but as far as the gouges and V-tools go what do you recommend as far as buying a complete set what set I want a good set what do you recommend. Right now I’m only interested in small figure carving and Christmas ornaments. Your a very good carver by the way. And I’m learning all I can. Thank you
Thanks for the great tutorial Van. What brand is that soft V tool you showed. Take care.
Good afternoon, Van! Please show, how to carve an eagles head. Sorry for my English. Hello from Russia.
I use Occt and DH knives.
What line of gouges come razor sharp to start out without having to sharpen right away?
You forgot to mention the blower. 😉
When a dental brush doesn't work I have a dental pick in my kit and it is great for those stubborn areas, I also have stylists it Bob Hershey showed that they are good for burnishing the eyes on the animal characters.
Hello! How can I get the unique tools?
Best way is to shop around. Either online or at shows.
Where are you located in mo
So far I find gouges very difficult to use. I'm not to good at sharpening them either.
Thanks for the great info. I have been searching to try and find that #7-3/16"-Soft V with no success. I know you use that one a lot with facial features. Any advice on where to find one or a substitute type tool ? Thanks as always. Your videos are the best.
Actually soft V-tools any size are hard to find.
OCCT v-tools are soft vees. For the most part. Pheil tools #14 are also soft vees.
Flexcut also has soft V-tools, maybe easier to find than OCCT.