The Svante Djarv Dogleg Gouge is a rare tool of exceptional quality. Perfect for hollowing lower down in larger cups, kuksa and ladles, its design requires two-handed operation, making it ideal for projects where your wooden blank is held securely in a vice or other holding device. Crafted from high quality Swedish steel, it ensures a sharp and lasting edge, ready to work. Encased in a protective Woodsmith leather edge sheath, this gouge is not only functional but is a delight to use.

The bevel shape is expressed in a diameter (mm) and an approximate width (mm). The bevel shape is part of a full circle. The number that the gouge is marked with is the diameter of this circle. The width is measured across the gouge. 

Using a gouge with a more convex bevel shape makes it easier to remove material, therefore they are perfect to start off a project with. The flatter bevel shape is better for smoother carving, therefore a better use at the end of your project. A flatter shape demands more strength, since it makes wider wood chips. It is advantageous to use many different shapes of gouges during your work.

Product Details:

• Material: High-quality Swedish steel blade, lightly oiled elm handle.
• Total Length: Approximately 220mm (8 3/4")
• Handle Length: 100mm (4")

• As above, the first number relates to the sweep, defined by a circle's diameter in millimetres; the second number is the approximate length of the cutting edge from corner to corner.
  • 16-14 - smallest gouge option with a tight radius, ideal for small projects where a fine and nimble tool is required
  • 20-18 - slightly larger than the above, although still a very fine dogleg gouge option
  • 30-20 - this is a good option for wood removal in kuksa and small cups
  • 30-25 - slightly wider than the above, allowing for slightly more wood removal, with same bevel shape
  • 40-35 - wide and also good for a reasonable amount of wood removal
  • 100-40 - wide and shallow, best for finishing cuts on larger bowls or vestibules

About the Maker - Svante Djarv Hantverk AB:
Svante Djarv Hantverk is a family business 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 wood-crafters. 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.