Whittling Tips - The 8 Basic Cuts to Master

Those of you who want to get into whittling may find the task daunting at first, but once you learn the basic cuts that make up the vast majority of any whittling project, it becomes easier to do!

This video goes over the most common and most useful cuts for you to make in whittling to help jumpstart your new hobby!

00:00 Introduction
00:31 Rough Cut
01:08 Push Cut
02:04 Sweeping Cut
02:43 Stop Cut
03:27 Paring Cut
04:59 V-Cut (first version)
05:21 V-Cut (second version)
05:57 Pyramid/Stab Cut

New to whittling? Check out these videos for beginners!

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[r.b.ratieta]

Not sure what caused YouTube to recommend this, but now I'm glad they did! Might have to take this up as a hobby in the near future.

[bahasadri]

As a level zero beginner I do thank you so very much for teaching how to start the new hobby I have picked out !

[tedseb]

Additionally I would recommend that if you are to use gloves, use specifically cut resistant gloves, otherwise you can easily fall into a false sense of security leading to potential injury. I know nothing about whittling, but as a blade enthusiast with a freehand sharpening obsession I am very experienced when it comes to slicing myself open.

[ryanmarie]

It's worth noting that for paring cuts: don't flinch! It can be a bit scary at first, but flinching or being shaky about it leads to too much force and too little control. Relax- be careful and it'll be fine. ;)

[Itz_georgiaxx]

Even though I’m late, anyone who’s watching this now I would recommend practice on a bar of soap x just so you get used to the cutting

[MsGrue]

Taking up whittling again after not doing it for decades, this was super helpful, thank you!!

[legokso]

I'm excited as I just ordered a good beginner kit online, I wanna get a basic understanding before I actually get to start the new hobby! Always have loved woodworking of any time, wood carving will he an awesome way to do it from home

[Rlsmith]

Can you do a video on maintenance, storage, and repair? I noticed after not using my Flexcut KN14 for a bit that it developed some surface rust. Admittedly, my storage method is leaving it in its retail package, in a weather proof ammo box, with its strop and some extra wood.

[jelkel]

You do most of these cuts making tent pegs, pot holders ect outdoors but for some reason I've always thought there would be something more to carving cut's. Great to see them done, thanks!!!

[vortega]

Hey, I'm a latecomer to your channel, I love your videos, I learn something new every time - even techniques I learned previously, I go to you to reevaluate older lessons. Particularly the lesson on the V-cut - Amazing. So thank you for these videos.

I have come to love whittling and carving later in my life and am happier for finding this hobby and sharing my pieces with friends and family.

[bobkrause]

Great video as always. I finally received my 2 Helvie knives. You were right… it was worth the wait!!!

[ChiqueChiing]

😮whoa, a new door has just opened for me
This is prolly one of the best videos to watch if ur prepping for survival lol
ur basic cuts are so genius I'm gonna try this n come out like Daniel'le Boone 😅

[sunflowerhandler]

Thank you for putting this in such a thorough and kind/interesting way, I feel way more excited about delving into this hobby now. You're a superb presenter! :D

[nearlynativenursery]

Great instructing and explaining thanks.

[Aromantic_alien]

I have never whittled, nor watched a video even remotely related to whittling, why the hell is this in my recommended!?

I’m not complaining tho, I just found a new hobby.

[harvesthunt]

Thanks Brian. I'm brand new and am glad you presented this to us. I need to slow down and learn the cuts before diving into a carving again!

[sarbjeetenglishclassess]

don't have these tools right now but I want to learn this.😄

[WoodcarvingforBeginners-it]

I’ve been watching your videos and decided to start my own channel. Thanks!😊

[sascharadke]

My starter kit just arrived and I have zero expierience so thank you for this tutorial!

[chucksmith]

I enjoyed talking to you at lunch today. I wish you continued success on your channel.