HENRY TAYLOR

Ideal for delicate wood carving, these tools can also be used for block cutting and linoleum.

To give them a razor edge, all tools are finish ground and honed.

At 5 1/4" long overall, they have comfortable hardwood handles that allow excellent control. The set of six includes:

• a 5/16" (8mm) bent chisel
• a 3/8" (10mm) bent skew
• a 3/8" (10mm) straight chisel
• a 1/8" (3mm) #6 gouge
• a 1/8" (3mm) 60° bent parting tool
• a 5/16" (8mm) #5 bent gouge

The tools are made by Henry Taylor Tools Ltd. of Sheffield. They are hand forged, which results in a fine-grained steel that holds an edge well and will last a lifetime if given normal care. All tools have brass ferrules and select beech or pau marfim handles. Due to the hand forging, sizes are nominal and shapes may vary slightly.