which pfeil knives for a beginner

[gtech]

While checking for what is available in France, I found this knife that I like.

Couteaux et ciseaux : Couteaux de sculpture 3352 KIRSCHEN 66400226

It may only my taste, but I would check that one.

Gilles

[la tortue]

not bad gilles,
i found some pfeil knives on a french site, thing is i don't realy see what the knives look like. i think i'll call the shop tomorrow.
Gaignard Millon - Sculpture - Gamme Jeux d'outils - Trousse de 4 couteaux à sculpter Pfeil

[gtech]

Check there

| pfeiltools |

I would use this one



Gilles

[Rezbar]

Je suis aussi un nouveau sculpteur sur boi italien. J'ai achété .... oops, pardon! this is an English language forum. I have bought a Pfeil Kerbmesser, especially designed for chip carving. It's good, but I learned that there are some better knives on the market. In Italy, I am told that the best for chip carving are the knives from the brand Codega. I saw a comparison beteween Pfeil and Codega and Codega had the best result.

[gtech]

Just a personal comment about Pfiel knives...

I love and use only Pfiel gouges but their knives need some stopping and honing before they cut as well as their gouges, or as well as knives from other brands that I have.

Gilles

[la tortue]

i finally ordered 3 pfeil knives and a arkansa stone from gaignard millon today. so now it's just waiting for the postman to deliver the package!

[Gulf Coast Handyman]

I agree with Gilles, I love my Pfeil gouges, they come sharp and stay sharp. The knives will need some work before you could use them. I use a Drake chip knife.

Dave

[My Chip Carving]

Hey all you chip carvers,
Soon to be released is the My Chip Carving Knives!
They are being tested right now by chip carvers across the country and they are getting great reviews.
* top quality steel the full length of the handle
* comfortable handles with a thumb notch
* bone, synthetic and wood handles to choose from (Personally I really like the feel of the bone in my hand)

I'll be announcing special introductory pricing to all my members when the time comes.
to subscribe and get in the loop - you can subscribe at
Chip Carving, FREE Patterns, How to Chip Carve, knives, basswood

bye for now,
Marty
My Chip Carving
866-444-6996

[Rezbar]

To improve the grip on the Pfeil Kerbmesser, I have put it into a piece of rubber hose. So the grip is more comfortable.

[therenow]

Originally Posted by My Chip Carving

Hey all you chip carvers,
Soon to be released is the My Chip Carving Knives!
They are being tested right now by chip carvers across the country and they are getting great reviews.
* top quality steel the full length of the handle
* comfortable handles with a thumb notch
* bone, synthetic and wood handles to choose from (Personally I really like the feel of the bone in my hand)

I'll be announcing special introductory pricing to all my members when the time comes.
to subscribe and get in the loop - you can subscribe at
Chip Carving, FREE Patterns, How to Chip Carve, knives, basswood

bye for now,
Marty
My Chip Carving
866-444-6996

Marty

I have used your modified swssl knife and found it to be extremely sharp on arrival and very useful for lettering. Looking forward to your new releases

Ed