{"product_id":"scooping-knife-4-piece-full-set","title":"Scooping Knife 4-Piece Full Set (Includes a special collaborative storage pouch)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour blades. Four curves. Complete control over hollow carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in Japan specifically for carving concave forms, this professional 4-piece hook knife set gives woodcarvers greater freedom when creating spoons, kuksas, bowls, small dishes and other hollow forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes four different blade configurations — Right \/ Shallow, Right \/ Deep, Left \/ Shallow, Left \/ Deep. By combining shallow and deep curves with both right- and left-oriented cutting edges, you can choose the blade that best matches the grain direction, carving position and depth of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium HSS Cutting Edge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach blade is made from High-Speed Steel (HSS), selected for its excellent sharpness and long-lasting edge retention. The blade bites smoothly into the wood and performs particularly well when working with hardwoods, where maintaining a sharp cutting edge is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than simply copying conventional European-style hook knives, Michihamono developed this tool specifically to combine the cutting performance of Japanese carving tools with a blade geometry suited to spoon and hollow-form carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Different Curves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShallow Curve\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts longer cutting edge provides smooth, controlled cuts over a wider area. Ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShallow spoon bowls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall dishes and trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoothing larger concave surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing and refining curved surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDeep Curve\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tighter radius makes it easier to reach areas that are difficult to carve with a shallow hook knife. Ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep spoon bowls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuksas and cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeeper hollow forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking in tighter concave areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Four Knives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood grain does not always run in the direction you want to carve. Having both right- and left-oriented blades allows you to approach the work from different directions instead of forcing the blade against the grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with both shallow and deep curves, this 4-piece set provides a remarkably versatile system for hollow carving. One set lets you choose the right cutting direction and the right curve for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial Carrying Pouch Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4-piece set comes with a specially designed protective pouch developed in collaboration with Aplysia. The pouch securely stores all four knives and helps protect the cutting edges during storage and transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes the set equally suitable for the workshop, carving classes, outdoor carving sessions and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSet Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight – Shallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight – Deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft – Shallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft – Deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial protective pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade material:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Speed Steel (HSS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural cherry wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 130 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShallow blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade length approx. 60 mm \/ Radius approx. R50 \/ Tip radius approx. R25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade length approx. 35 mm \/ Radius approx. R25 \/ Tip radius approx. R13\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach blade is individually made, so slight variations in dimensions may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpoon carving \/ Kuksa carving \/ Bowl carving \/ Wooden dishes \/ Hollow-form carving \/ Green woodworking \/ Hardwood carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Use Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is designed primarily for controlled hollowing and shaping. Do not try to remove too much material in a single cut. Excessive force may damage the blade or handle and may cause injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor deeper projects, we recommend roughing out the cavity first with a gouge or other suitable carving tool, then using the Scooping Knives for shaping and refining the inside surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade for carvers who want more control, more cutting options, and the sharpness of a Japanese HSS carving tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Michihamono","offers":[{"title":"Yes (Add it)","offer_id":50132510343418,"sku":"70780250","price":230.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No (Skip it)","offer_id":50148178264314,"sku":"70780250","price":224.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/4301\/8490\/files\/scooping-knife-4-piece-full-set-01.png?v=1787116276","url":"https:\/\/shop.michihamono.com\/products\/scooping-knife-4-piece-full-set","provider":"Michihamono","version":"1.0","type":"link"}