Professional 8mm sweep #5 gouge with moderate curve. The most versatile carving gouge for roughing out, shaping curves, and removing waste wood efficiently in all types
of wood carving projects.
The Schaaf Tools 8mm Sweep #5 Gouge is often considered the "workhorse" of wood carving — and for good reason. This medium-curved gouge handles an incredible range of carving tasks, from initial roughing out to refined shaping work. If you could only have one gouge in your toolkit, many professional carvers would choose a #5 sweep.
The moderate curvature removes wood quickly without the aggressive bite of deeper gouges, giving you excellent control over your cuts. The 8mm (approximately 5/16") width is ideal for general-purpose work — narrow enough for detailed shaping, yet wide enough to cover ground efficiently when removing waste wood.
Crafted from alloy chromium-vanadium steel hardened to Rockwell C60, this gouge holds a keen edge through demanding projects. The curved profile allows you to make stop cuts around rounded elements, smooth flowing surfaces, and carve gentle concave shapes. The octagonal ash wood handle prevents rolling and provides a comfortable, secure grip whether you're using hand pressure or working with a mallet.
Best For:
- General purpose wood carving
- Roughing out shapes
- Smoothing and shaping curved surfaces
- Removing waste wood from flat areas
- Making curved stop cuts
- Relief carving backgrounds
- Beginning carvers learning gouge control
- In-the-round sculpture work
Tool Specifications:
- Sweep: #5 (Medium/Moderate curve)
- Width: 8mm (5/16")
- 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
- Quality: Professional carver tested and approved
What's Included:
- 1× 8mm Sweep #5 Gouge
- Factory sharpened
- Access to complete carving tutorials
- Free sharpening video lessons
- Lifetime tool replacement guarantee
The #5 sweep gouge is recommended by carving instructors worldwide as an essential first gouge. Its versatility means you'll reach for it constantly, whether you're working on your first relief carving or your hundredth sculpture.
