Post #248831 by tikigap on Mon, Aug 14, 2006 6:39 AM

On 2006-08-13 22:24, Polynesiac wrote:
I would LOVE to do the 1/2 carved pendant, that looked like a BLAST!
Are the hook knifes you posted good ones or just inexpensive ones?...

I thought the Warren Cutlery Hook Knives were quite good - I use mine all the time. The blades are cheap enough that I usualy just sharpen them a couple of times, then toss 'em and replace them with new ones. I'd suggest buy a set or two of new blades at the same time you buy the set Benz suggests.

I "think" these are the right blades (Ben?):

at http://www.warrencutlery.com Online Store:

Part 8-B - Detail Carving Blade (sold in packages of 3)
Blade specifications: 5/16" wide x 2 1/4" long, semi straight shape( 2" radius). .030 thick. Hollow ground on inside curve to a Razor-edge.High carbon Tool steel- hardened and double tempered to Rockwell 60 C scale. Excellent detail blade easy to resharpen with a diamond.
Price: $3.28

I also suggest having Benz set up the 1/2 carves like he did for us at CoonTiki - that was very helpful (plus you get to take an original Benzart home, albeit only 1/2 of one!).

Have a blast! I know you will!