Narex Spoon Carving Gouges, #7, #8 & #9 Sweep x 12mm

Q: What steel are these gouges made from?

They are forged from chromium-vanadium steel and heat treated to 59 HRc .

Q: Are these part of the Narex Profi line?

Yes, they belong to the Narex Profi line of carving tools, the brand's range of quality carving instruments.

Q: Who makes these gouges?

They are made by Narex , the Czech maker of fine European-style carving tools and chisels .

Description Reviews Q&A

Narex has established the Profi line of chisels and hand tools for the wood carver who understands the importance of having high quality carving instruments at the ready. Forged from chromium-vanadium steel and heat treated to 59 HRc, this spoon chisel has a stained European beech wood handle that has been formed to an octagonal barrel shape for excellent comfort and control.

With their curved necks, the carver using a spoon type gouge is able to gain extra leverage and achieve cutting angles that aren't possible for straight-neck gouges.

Features Include:

Professional-grade spoon neck carving chisels made from forged chromium-vanadium steel and heat treated to HRc 59
Octagonal-shaped barrel handles made from stained European beech wood
Part of the Profi line of Narex carving tools

Uses in your shop:

A spoon gouge is great for hollowing out material at angles you couldn't normally achieve with a straight-neck gouge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a spoon-type gouge used for?

It is great for hollowing out material at angles you couldn't normally achieve with a straight-neck gouge, such as bowls and deep recesses. See more carving tools.

How does the curved neck help?

The curved spoon neck gives the carver extra leverage and lets the cutting edge reach into and out of deep or angled areas that a straight gouge cannot access cleanly.

What steel are these gouges made from?

They are forged from chromium-vanadium steel and heat treated to 59 HRc.

What shape is the handle?

Each gouge has a stained European beech handle formed into an octagonal barrel shape for comfort, control, and resistance to rolling on the bench.

How is a spoon gouge different from a straight gouge?

A straight gouge has a straight neck for clearing bulk material on accessible surfaces, while a spoon gouge's curved neck reaches angles and depths a straight tool can't, making it ideal for hollowing.

Can I use these for bowl carving?

Yes. The curved neck is well suited to hollowing recesses and bowls where you need to drop the edge into the work and bring it back out.

Are these part of the Narex Profi line?

Yes, they belong to the Narex Profi line of carving tools, the brand's range of quality carving instruments.

Can these be used with a mallet?

The product information describes them as carving gouges driven by hand; for heavier waste removal you may prefer a straight gouge. Browse our carving tools for the right gouge.

Who makes these gouges?

They are made by Narex, the Czech maker of fine European-style carving tools and chisels.

How do I sharpen a spoon gouge?

Spoon gouges require shaped slips and stones to follow the curved profile. Use our sharpening supplies to maintain both the bevel and the inside of the sweep.

Narex Spoon Type Gouges