Yasutomo 12-Piece Wood Carving Knife Set - Professional Woodworking Tools for Carving, Whittling & Sculpting - Perfect for Artists, Hobbyists & DIY Crafts

Great set for a beginner (or perhaps a master too)! I bought these because they look very similar to a second hand set of Japanese chisels I purchased on ebay which turned out to be fantastic. These are made in Tawain, and upon close inspection they are not up to the quality of the Japanese chisels, but for practical purposes, at least in the short term, that is a non-factor because they cut very well, and even after doing some touch up on some very hard dense wood (possibly African Blackwood) they still have a great edge. These may not last as long as the japanese set, but if they break or become unusable, they are inexpensive to replace. They also come with a small sharpening stone which is a nice addition. They are excellent for very detailed work, but obviously you would want a different set for a larger carving. The one thing I find lacking in this style of chisel is the handle. They are functional, I have yet to break one, but for me the grip is uncomfortable, and I would prefer the shorter rounder handles on standard palm chisels. Definitely a nice addition, and if you are looking to try woodcarving this is a great set to see if you like it, with a much nicer edge than any of the other cheap sets I have found. Go for it!