A lino carving handle and 5 of the most commonly used interchangeable gouges/cutters/ blades from Essdee.
The gouges are supplied in a matchbox with instructions and safety advice
While some printmakers might consider this a beginner's tool, I love it and use it all the time when carving linoleum.
The 5 different lino cutters are made of precision ground, high carbon steel.
I find the small "V" and "U" gouges indispensable. The gouges can be replaced when they go dull, rather than having to have them sharpened, it is ideal for both beginners and improvers.
I find that having a separate handle for each of the gouges I use regularly (so I don't have to stop and change the blade) means I work more efficiently.
This tool is best used on linoleum and soft "lino" carving blocks rather than wood.
Contents
- Lino Handle with Aluminium Ferrule
- Lino Cutter No.1
- Lino Cutter No.3
- Lino Cutter No.8
- Lino Cutter No.9
- Lino Cutter No.10
- Safety leaflet
Note I sell the same handles and gouges in a presentation tin with a non slip mat, an alcohol stamp and some small pieces of lino for £12
Essdee Lino carving handle and 5 interchangeable blades