The Hans Karlsson Chip Carving Knife is a small knife suitable for chip carving, kolrosing and other detail work. Exceptional quality, a tool for life.
Product Details:
- Blade: 50mm, made from high-grade SS 2258 ball bearing steel. Exceptional edge taking properties.
- Handle: Lightly oiled, crafted from Swedish ash or elm. Slightly rectangular in section, rounded for comfort and a firm grip. We always get emails asking whether our current stock is ash or elm. Answer is: we get a mix of both, but sometimes its just elm and sometimes its just ash. If you email us just before or right after you order, we can try and ensure you get your preference - but can't guarantee - sorry! They're both just as strong and beautiful as the other. Total knife length incl. handle is 170mm.
- Edge Protection: each knife is included with a thick leather riveted edge protector made in-house by Woodsmith.
About Hans Karlsson Klensmide AB:
Hans Karlsson Klensmide AB, based in Sweden, is globally celebrated for its exceptional hand tools, combining superb design with the finest steel for unparalleled edge retention. Despite a higher upfront cost, the durability and performance of their tools provide excellent value, making them a wise choice even in challenging economic times.
Like us, Hans Karlsson operates as a family-run business, they prioritise quality over quantity, ensuring each tool meets their exacting standards. This commitment has generated immense demand worldwide. The workshop, located in Motala and formerly a butcher's factory, now features forges, a handle-making shop, a fully-equipped machine shop, and a "fitting room" showcasing their 800-tool range.
At Woodsmith, we echo the Karlsson’s belief in tools that deliver exceptional performance and joy over many years. Due to the handmade nature and limited production, Hans Karlsson tools are in high demand, with shipments arriving only every 9-12 months, leading to periods of stock unavailability. To secure one of these coveted tools, we recommend signing up for email alerts on our product pages, ensuring you’re among the first to know when stock is replenished.
