Almost without exception, when testing a knife or carving tool, the carver will cut with the grain. This really doesn't tell you much about a knife.
The way to test a carving knife is across the grain. Depending on what you expect from a knife, you can see its preformance best by cutting across the direction of growth.
The same is true for gouges; but V-parting tools should be tested on a zig-zag course through the wood. A good V-tool will allow you to steer it without chatter, sticking, or climbing.
The way to test a carving knife is across the grain. Depending on what you expect from a knife, you can see its preformance best by cutting across the direction of growth.
The same is true for gouges; but V-parting tools should be tested on a zig-zag course through the wood. A good V-tool will allow you to steer it without chatter, sticking, or climbing.
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