The Svante Djarv Middle Adze 700g showcases the craftsmanship of Svante Djarv, a celebrated toolmaker in Swedish woodworking tools. This adze stands out with its exceptional balance, designed for versatile use.
Ideal for crafting most bowl sizes, except the very small ones, it's also adept at shaping concave features, like chair bottoms. Its intuitive design derives from the synergy of its weight, head geometry, sweeping action, and a prolonged, somewhat flat external bevel. Additionally, a concise bevel is incorporated inside.
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Specifications:
- Weight: Approximately 700g (1.4lbs).
- Head Length: 165mm (6 1/2") - measured from cutting edge to poll.
- Cutting Edge: Spanning roughly 60mm (2 3/8") from one corner to the other.
- Handle: Made from Swedish elm or ash, this 230mm (9") handle is ribbed for an enhanced grip. It's also given a light linseed oil finish.
- Edge Protection: We have recently invested in training and higher-quality materials to bring our leatherwork fully in-house. We now offer handmade, custom-fit full-grain leather sheaths for almost all of our premium tool ranges which, if properly cared for, can last as long as the tool itself. For transparency in pricing and to ensure fairer access to these tools, sheaths are no longer included with the price of the tool and can be purchased separately. A Woodsmith leather sheath for this tool can be purchased here.
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.
