90° V-Parting Chisel | STRYI Standart Unpolished Series

Raw Workshop Style, Professional Performance You don't need a mirror-polished blade to get a clean cut—you just need a razor-sharp edge. For carvers who prioritize performance over cosmetic sheen, this unpolished 90-degree carving chisel offers the exact same high-carbon steel and hand-honed precision as our premium lines, but with a rugged, black-oxide forge finish left intact on the outer blade. It’s a tool built for the daily grind, providing clean separations and crisp boundaries without the extra markup for a decorative polish. Why the STRYI Standart V-Tool Earns its Bench Space Scary Sharp Out of the Box: Don't let the raw, unpolished look fool you. While the exterior of the blade retains its rugged forge finish, the 90-degree cutting edge is meticulously hand-honed to a mirror shine. It arrives bench-ready, slicing through soft and hardwoods effortlessly right out of the package. Legendary Edge Retention: Forged from premium W1-7 carbon steel and hardened to a rock-solid 60-62 HRC, this tool is built to hold its geometry. It delivers the reliable "bite" and wear resistance carvers look for in pfeil carving tools, ensuring your outlines remain clean and sharp throughout long sessions. Ergonomic Oak Handle: The tool features a full-sized oak handle treated with natural linseed oil, ensuring a warm, secure, non-slip grip. At 220mm total length, it gives you the perfect balance and leverage needed for steady, two-handed guiding during intricate relief carving. Size & Project Guide 5mm (90° Profile): The ultimate layout and detailing width. It is the perfect size for tracking fine outline curves, adding uniform textures to clothing or hair, and cleaning up deep geometric corners in your woodcarving tool sets. Complete Your Toolkit To build a dependable, no-nonsense setup around this unpolished workhorse, consider adding these essentials: STRYI Leather Strop & Compound: Vital for keeping that 90° tip in "hair-shaving" condition. 60° V-Parting Chisel (STRYI Profi): While your 90-degree tool is the king of broad outlines, the 60-degree V-chisel is the secret to high-contrast shadows. Premium Basswood Carving Blanks: Don't let a piece of hardware-store lumber ruin a good edge. These basswood blocks are selected for their butter-smooth consistency and tight grain.