Professional 14mm sweep #7 gouge with deep semi-circular curve. Wide cutting edge creates bold concave shapes, smooths large curved areas, and removes substantial material efficiently.
The Schaaf Tools 14mm Sweep #7 Gouge combines the beautiful curve of a #7 sweep with a wider cutting edge for working on larger elements or covering more ground. At 14mm (approximately 9/16") wide, this gouge creates smooth, flowing concave shapes while removing wood substantially faster than narrower gouges.
This wider #7 gouge is particularly valuable in relief carving for creating background areas with visual interest, carving large drapery folds, or shaping broad curved surfaces on sculptures. The deep sweep creates pronounced shadows that add drama and dimension to your work, while the 14mm width lets you complete these tasks efficiently without sacrificing the control that hand-tool carving requires.
Made from alloy chromium-vanadium steel hardened to Rockwell C60, this professional-grade gouge withstands regular use including moderate mallet work. The blade is substantial enough to handle the forces involved in removing wood with a deeper sweep, while the octagonal ash handle provides leverage and control for both hand-pressure and mallet-driven cuts.
Best For:
- Large drapery folds and fabric textures
- Background texturing in relief panels
- Smoothing large concave surfaces
- Bowl carving and vessel work
- Shaping broad curved areas on sculptures
- Removing waste wood from curved recesses
- Advanced relief carving projects
- Creating flowing, dimensional landscapes
Tool Specifications:
- Sweep: #7 (Deep semi-circular curve)
- Width: 14mm (approximately 9/16")
- 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
- Build: Heavy-duty construction for demanding work
What's Included:
- 1× 14mm Sweep #7 Gouge
- Factory sharpened
- Advanced carving technique videos
- Comprehensive sharpening guides
- Lifetime tool replacement guarantee
Many experienced carvers keep both narrow and wide versions of #7 gouges in their toolkit. The 14mm width handles the broader work, letting you save smaller gouges for finer details while maintaining the same beautiful curve profile throughout your project.
