These Faithfull Woodcarving Chisels have wooden handles, deep seated tangs, brass ferrules and fully polished blades.Gouges are designed with a concave blade to remove wood without causing splintering. The depth of the curve or sweep determines the depth-of-cut.Please Note: Woodcarving chisels will require final sharpening prior to their first use.The FAIWCARV2 Woodcarving Chisel has the following specifications: Type: Straight gouge. Blade width: 9.5 mm (3/8 inch). Handle: Hardwood.