Professional 12mm sweep #6 gouge with medium-deep curve. Versatile tool that bridges shallow and deep gouges, perfect for shaping, hollowing, and creating dimensional relief elements.
The Schaaf Tools 12mm Sweep #6 Gouge occupies the sweet spot between shallow finishing gouges and deeply curved hollowing tools. This medium-deep sweep removes wood efficiently while maintaining excellent control, making it one of the most versatile gouges you can add to your toolkit. At 12mm (approximately 1/2") wide, it's sized perfectly for detailed work that still needs to cover ground.
The #6 sweep is deep enough to create pronounced concave shapes and remove wood quickly, yet not so deep that it becomes difficult to control or sharpen. This makes it ideal for carving dimensional elements in relief work — flower petals, drapery folds, and organic forms that need depth and shadow. Sculpture carvers use it extensively for shaping rounded forms and creating smooth transitions between surfaces.
Made from alloy chromium-vanadium steel hardened to Rockwell C60, this gouge delivers professional performance through demanding carving sessions. The 12mm width provides excellent control for detailed work while being substantial enough for efficient wood removal. The octagonal ash wood handle offers a secure grip whether you're using hand pressure or working with a mallet.
Best For:
- Medium-depth shaping and hollowing
- Relief carving dimensional elements
- Flower petals and organic forms
- Drapery folds and fabric details
- Creating shadow and depth in carvings
- Smooth curved surfaces on sculptures
- Versatile general-purpose carving
- Bridging between rough and finish work
Tool Specifications:
- Sweep: #6 (Medium-deep curve)
- Width: 12mm (approximately 1/2")
- Steel: Alloy Chromium-Vanadium hardened to Rockwell C60
- Handle: Octagonal ash wood
- Edge: Out-cannel (external bevel)
- Style: Full-size professional tool suitable for mallet use
- Type: Versatile all-purpose carving tool
What's Included:
- 1× 12mm Sweep #6 Gouge
- Factory sharpened
- Complete carving technique tutorials
- Sharpening guides for curved gouges
- Lifetime tool replacement guarantee
The #6 sweep often becomes a favorite among carvers because it handles such a wide variety of tasks well. It's curved enough to do real shaping work, but not so specialized that you only reach for it occasionally. This is a gouge you'll use constantly.
