This quality woodworking short bent gouge is handcrafted by professional craftsmen at Michihamono, a renowned manufacturer of Japanese carving tools. This tool's blade is made from high-speed steel that has high strength and wear resistance, excellent material for wood carving. The tang of the blade is embedded in a durable, wooden handle made out of Japanese cherry blossom wood that feels comfortable to wield and gives you great control when using. This tool is sharp right out of the packaging and will provide many years of service.This tool is great in relief carving for reaching surfaces under rising parts of the wood, where a straight gouge can't access. Great for carving spoons, bowls, and other similar woodwork. Available in various blade widths for carving wood in different radiuses (other sizes sold separately).Approximate Dimensions and Product Data:• Blade Material: High Speed Steel• Blade Width: 9mm• Handle Material: Cherry Blossom Wood• Handle Length: 180mmPlease note: The blade edge is sharp, keep out of the reach of children. Store without the blade contacting any hard surface to avoid dulling the cutting edge.Photos with background grids are measured in millimetres, with each square representing one square millimetre.