The Svante Djarv Carving Knife 16x40 is an excellent knife hand forged by Swedish toolmaker Svante Djarv Hantverk AB. This compact, robust carving knife, with its high carbon Swedish tool steel blade, promises durability and precision in every stroke. Best suited for tasks requiring a short, rigid blade, it's not designed for long slicing strokes or tight turns but is guaranteed to become an indispensable knife in your tool roll.
Specifications:
- Purpose: Ideal for detailed carving requiring a sturdy, short blade.
- Blade Dimensions: 16mm (5/8") wide, 40mm (1 1/2") long, and 3mm thick.
- Grind: Flat bevels ground to 20 degrees. The final polishing may result in slightly convex bevels.
- Handle: Ribbed design in Swedish elm, adding up to a total length of 145mm (5 1/2").
- Sheath: Accompanied by a simple leather sheath, crafted from 2.5mm thick split leather and expertly riveted for optimal edge protection.
- Sharpness: Arrives sharpened and honed, though a final hone could enhance its performance.
About the Maker - Svante Djarv Hantverk AB:
Svante Djarv Hantverk is a family business based in Avesta, Sweden, that specialises in creating hand-forged wood carving tools. Drawing inspiration from the Swedish metal-working tradition, they've built a broad range of tools, often in collaboration with experienced woodsmiths and craftspeople. Each year, they produce about 4,000 tools and knives, ranging from carving knives to axes, and they also have a unique tool line for children. Every tool is delivered ready for use, crafted from high-quality steel and complemented with handles made from Swedish hardwoods like elm and ash. Woodsmith has had a long-standing relationship with Svante and Elsa Djarv for over a decade, and we're proud to be the UK's largest stockist of their tools.
Please note, as each Svante Djarv tool is handmade, there may be minor millimetre discrepancies in measurements provided.
