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 FAIWCARV4 Woodcarving Chisel has the following specifications: Type: Straight gouge. Size: 25.4 mm (1 inch). Handle: Hardwood.