Date: Tue, 23 Mar 1999 22:25:10 -0500
From: David Syrotiak <syrotiak-AT-sover.net>
Subject: PUPT: RE: Woodcarving


Hi all,

Someone asked about what wood carving tools are most necessary for
beginners.

I'd recommend two different tools besides sandpaper.

A medium width straight chisel for roughing out workpeices
and a medium #5 or #7 gouge for digging out recesses.

You can find all kinds of tools and books about woodcarving at
http://www.woodcraft.com

These guys are great!!


For sharpening I use a delta water stone and a cheap second hand bench
grinder with a buffing wheel and jeweler's rouge for final honing.

Remember, 20 degrees is the magic sharpening angle!

Best,

David J. Syrotiak
Marionette Consultant
http://www.nationalmarionette.com





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