Do I Need a Mallet For Wood Carving?
I once had an experienced carver tell me that a good mallet is a wood carver's best friend. Before I began wood carving, that statement always confused me a bit. Do I need a mallet for wood carving? Isn't a mallet just meant to give you some extra power so you can remove lot's of wood quickly? As I started doing some beginner relief carvings and wood spirit carvings, I quickly learned the importance of a good mallet. For me, it was the Schaaf Tools Precision Mallet, which I consider the best wood carving mallet for beginners. Choosing the right mallet can transform your carving experience from frustrating and tiring to controlled and enjoyable. Whether you're learning relief carving, chip...