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Your cart is empty.IMOTECHOM 7-Pieces Woodworking Wood Carving Tools Chisel Set with Canvas Bag, Gouges and Carving Chisel Set, Razor Sharp CR-V 60 Steel Blades
Ray
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2025
I do a fair amount of woodworking in the garage; mostly furniture, home repairs, and occasional detail work. Sometimes, there are spots where power tools just don't cut it (literally), and that's where this carving set really shines. I’m not a trained wood carver, but when I need to trim or shape something to fit just right, these tools have been great to have around.The blades came sharp out of the box and have held their edge well so far. The handles feel solid and comfortable to grip, and the included canvas roll keeps everything organized. I'm sure there are higher-end sets out there, but for the price, this is a solid option for folks like me who need reliable hand tools every now and then. Definitely glad to have them in the shop.
Alan Wolf
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2025
Until just a few years ago, buying a set of carving gouges was an expensive proposition. (And can still be, if you buy the top tier brands.) I have a mixture of tools, some bought close to 50 years ago.My assumption is that this is planned as a "starter set" — and it does have a nice range of patterns and sizes. Amazingly, for me at least, while I had other gouges at similar widths, they were different sweeps than what is offered in this set.Typically, when I rate items (using the stars) I take cost into consideration. In this case, I'm trying not to—where most European (or the few US companies making hand cutting tools) would deserve the 5 star ratings that their tools get, I'd still give these 4 stars—which given the cost is impressive.The steel seems good. Although they are advertised as "ready to cut" I never expect that to be the case (even with individual tools that cost close to what this entire set costs). But these are usable out of the box, especially on soft woods like bass. I did hone one gauge just to see how it took an edge, and how the steel felt while wet grinding it. Nothing unusual in either case.My one complaint, and this is personal, is that I'm not crazy about the handles. The shape is not uncomfortable, but the handles are shaped in a way that makes them feel slightly different as they are rotated. I like handles that are more consistent as you reposition the tool in your hand. And, they are all the same size (fairly large) when on a nicer set, the lighter weight tools tend to have smaller handles, which can give you a little more finesse in working with them. My plan is to reshape the handles some—after all, if I can do woodcarving, I can carve these into a nicer (to me) shape. I've included a photo that illustrates what I'm talking about.If you are new to wood carving, be aware that these tools require constant sharpening, and learning how to do this is an major aspect of the craft—and also something that costs money to do, as you will need specific equipment to hone any tools with sweeps to their cutting edges. Seriously, after watching a few videos by well known carvers you will get the sense that they are touching up edges after every few minutes of use.
Daniel Patrick
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2025
I’ve always had this quiet urge to dive into the art of wood carving - partly to scratch off a bucket-list item, partly because sketching on park benches is apparently suspicious behavior in my neck of the Texas woods. But the truth is, unless there’s a straight edge or a detailed pattern involved, I’m artistically challenged enough that even my stick figures need labels.Enter this 7-piece woodworking chisel set. Made with CR-V steel blades hardened to a solid Rockwell C60, these chisels come pre-sharpened and ready for carving action. The handles are solid ash wood - comfy enough for extended sessions of carving up chunks of wood (hopefully more wood than fingers).I appreciate details like the included canvas roll, since tossing loose chisels into my tool box is basically asking for trouble. Trust me, sharp things and messy drawers don’t mix well - unless your goal is impromptu blood donations.Now, I admit that I had zero clue what a "straight parting" chisel was even used for at first (sounds suspiciously like poker talk), but I'm determined to find out. My first carvings probably won’t impress Mrs. Patrick’s keen eye or end up on display at the Guggenheim, but hey, having fun while still counting all my digits is what matters most.If you’ve got someone on your Father’s Day list who's tired of ties and coffee mugs, consider this chisel set. It’s perfect for any dad who wants to give whittling on sticks a serious upgrade.Pros:✅ Razor-sharp CR-V steel blades (Rockwell C60 hardness)✅ Comfortable and durable ash handles✅ Nice variety of blade shapes and sizes for different tasks✅ Handy canvas roll to keep everything tidy✅ Great gift for aspiring woodworkers or dads who need fewer tiesCons:❌ Might require some skill-building to use effectively (that’s on me)❌ Definitely sharp enough to demand your full attention🏅 Verdict: Carve Out Some Fun!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5 stars)
Robert H.
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2025
I had a small set that is fine, but needed a more vigorous set. These are the ticket! They are sharp and gouge wood well. Size is right to really get some force as needed, but not so big as to be a pain. Remove material very well, and should be easy to sharpen up as needed. Great for when you need a little more power! Comfortable in hand as well. Nice packaging in a cool looking roll up sleeve.
Silverado
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2025
I am nearing retirement and when I saw these available I jumped on them. Glad I did. I've done minimal wood carving but am an avid woodworker. These are really good quality for beginner to moderate level carving. Handles are well crafted and blades are sharp. Seems like a pretty complete set as I can't see anything I'm missing. The bag is decent and I will probably store them in it for the meantime. Looking forward to carving away some time in the near future. I have used them just for fun on some oak pieces I had as well as some hardwood pine and I had no issues with either coarse or fine carving. I don't have any walnut or super hard wood laying around but solid oak is a good test and these passed with flying colors.
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