Top-5 wood-carving knives for beginners

The Fiskars Norden P70 is an all-round wood-carving knife. It's a medium-sized knife, to make sure you can use it for both large cutting movements and precise tasks. This wood-carving knife is ideal for those who want a knife for simple projects, such as carving a spoon or spatula. When camping, for example. The handle has an oval shape with nicely rounded edges, making it feel great in hand. Even after pro-longed use it won't hurt your hands.

The Mora 106 Wood Carving Knife is a universal knife in traditional style. This knife is designed to quickly and efficiently remove large amounts of wood, making it perfect for shaping rough contours. Thanks to its curved blade, it's also possible to hollow out wood for items like a spoon or a gently curved spatula.

When you start wood carving, making a spoon or bowl is often one of the first projects you'll work on. You’ll quickly discover that a spoon knife is essential for hollowing out wood deeply. The curved blade makes it easy to create deep, concave shapes. The ergonomic, oval handle is comfortable to hold and provides both control and power, making this knife ideal for beginners.

After using a spoon knife, you'll notice that your spoon is probably looking a little rough around the edges. To take the next step on your carving journey, you'll need a whittling knife. This knife allows you to perform more detailed carving for further refinement of your work. With a whittling knife, you can carve precise lines and shapes, create straight edges, and even add intricate details to your projects. The BeaverCraft Small Whittling Knife C1 is designed for versatility and control, enabling you to advance your skills and create more complex designs.