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Pfeil Series 8 Straight Gouge, Swiss Made

Name: Pfeil Series 8 Straight Gouge, Swiss Made
Brand: Pfeil
SKU: 8/2
Price: 27,60 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pfeil Series 8 Straight Gouge, Swiss Made

27,60€

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Right hollow gouge, series no. 8, Pfeil, Swiss made

A straight, curved gouge with a wide range of uses. Used for working in hollows and curved shapes and for outlining the profile of motifs.

Swiss quality : steel manufactured in Switzerland and factory sharpened for an impeccable edge.
Wide range of cutting edge widths : from 2 mm to 50 mm to suit all stages of carving.
Ready to use : factory sharpened and honed for immediate cutting performance.
Versatile and precise : suitable for both delicate areas and larger material removals.

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Technical specifications

Sharpening: factory sharpened, ready for use.
Manufactured: Switzerland (Swiss made).
Handle: natural oiled ash wood (classic Pfeil ergonomics)
Brand: Pfeil
Size variations: from 2 to 50 mm

Usage & Maintenance

Details and precision: fine variants (2–7 mm) for delicate adjustments and narrow areas, in decorative sculpture or statuary.
Versatile work: medium sizes (10–25 mm) perfect for moderate material removal and transitions.
Larger surfaces: large variants (30–50 mm) suitable for clearing large areas or preparing surfaces before finishing.
Suitable for woodcarvers, cabinetmakers and demanding amateurs who want a reliable straight gouge for a variety of tasks.

Product care instructions:
- Cleaning: Wipe the gouge after each use to remove chips and dust.
- Protection against moisture: dry and store in a dry place to limit corrosion of the steel.
- Sharpening: although factory sharpened, the gouge can be sharpened; use suitable water stones, abrasives or diamond files to maintain an optimal cutting edge and the original geometry of the bevel.
- Handle maintenance: if the handle is made of wood, occasionally apply wood oil or wax to preserve comfort and durability.
- Storage: Keep the tool in a case or holder to protect the cutting edge and prolong its lifespan.

Additional information

The Pfeil No. 8 Series Straight Gouge – Swiss made – is a straight gouge with a hollow cutting edge profile, used for straight work in wood carving. It is particularly effective for marking lines, removing material, or preparing flat or slightly curved surfaces. Made in Switzerland, this gouge benefits from high-quality steel, hardened and then sharpened at the factory, ready to use upon receipt.

It comes in fifteen cutting edge widths ranging from 2 mm (very thin) to 50 mm (wide), allowing you to choose the tool that best suits the task:
- 2 – 7 mm: narrow areas, details and meticulous adjustments.
- 10 – 20 mm: versatile work, balanced material removal.
- 22 – 35 mm: medium surfaces or wide transitions.
- 40 – 50 mm: greater material removal, wider clearances.