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Since the start of this thread, I have had another go at sharpening my knife. I think I got it a lot better this time. Using this sharper blade, I've been back over the few models I started with, and they feel better now. So I'm going to go ahead and get something to finish them with. From the...

Join a club - that's a great idea. I had no idea that whittling/carving clubs even exist. I'll have a search thanks.

There's an interesting detail in there for me - what's the difference between whittling and carving?

Thanks. I hadn't even considered handle shape as an important (and personal) variable, my mind had only gone to the blade. Do you know of anywhere in the UK that sells knives in a real shop, not online, and lets you try before you buy? I live just to the West of London, so ideally within...

I've heard of Mora being good. Are they 'good good' or just 'good for the money'? I'm going to stick with what I have for the short term, but would happily pay a bit more if I'm getting something worthwhile. Also, Mora (and other brands) seem to have multiple blade sizes. And a choice of carbon...

Nothing fancy. I got a basic set for Christmas - looks to be this one https://www.amazon.co.uk/Comstine-Whittling-Kit-Woodworking/dp/B0BN665325/ref=sr_1_10 The knives didn't come with a great grind or edge, so I bought a set of sharpening stones. The two normal knoves are now pretty usable, but...

Hi. I'm new to the forum and new to whittling/woodcarving, which is the main reason I joined. Maybe I'll pick up other crafts along the way, but that's where I am now. See my first few projects over here My first whittling projects

Hi. I'm new here and I've joined mainly for whittling/woodcarving advice. I got a basic knife, a book, and some basswood blocks for Christmas - here are my first few projects. Posting partly because it's nice to show them, but also because I'll want to refer people to them when asking advice...