Getting Started With Wood Gouge Chisels

When you're planning to add some curves for your woodworking, you actually require a decent collection of wood gouge chisels within your toolbox. I recall the first time I attempted to carve a simple dish shape using simply a standard flat chisel. It was a disaster. I finished up with a jagged, faceted clutter that looked even more like a damaged car than the usual item of art. That's when I realized that if you would like to move past flat surfaces and square corners, the gouge is the best friend. ...

April 2, 2026 · 8 min · Juge Nidorf