chip carving knives are exceptional, the 3/4 inch angled blade gives you control to chip carve and get into little places for close carvings. At least that is my interpretation of a fine wood carving knife. This is also used for very small carving into wood, assuming you are doing detail of chip carving. stays sharp and a small rubbing onto a piece of leather allows it to keep sharp too. Try one and let me know. I will answer any questions you might have about carving. stay safe....