Flexcut 3-piece Slim Handle Detail Knife Set (Ash, Carbon Steel) FTKN400

The Flexcut 3-piece Slim Handle Detail Knife Set is the precision solution for carvers who find standard-sized handles cumbersome or restrictive during high-focus detail work. Many artisans, particularly those with smaller hands or younger students, struggle with "grip fatigue" when using traditional handles for extended periods; the KN400 solves this with a refined, slim-profile handle design. This set provides the tactile feedback and maneuverability required for miniature carving, allowing you to execute surgical cuts in tight spaces without the bulk of a full-sized tool obstructing your view or your movement.

In a miniature or fine-detail carving workflow, this set functions as a complete three-stage refinement system. The process begins with the KN19 Mini-Pelican Knife for small-scale roughing and establishing secondary forms. For intricate geometric patterns or decorative border work, the KN20 Mini-Chip Carving Knife offers exceptional chip control and leverage. The workflow is completed with the KN27 Mini-Detail Knife, featuring an acute 5/8 inch blade profile designed to reach into the most restricted areas for final sculpting and texture work. Each blade is forged from 1095 high-carbon spring steel and tempered to Rc 59–61, featuring a black oxide finish to inhibit rust and mirror-polished edges that glide through wood fibers. The 4.5-inch ash handles provide multiple control points, ensuring a relaxed and secure grip throughout the entire detailing phase.

Key Features

• Intricate 3-Blade Selection: Features a Mini-Pelican (3/4 in), Mini-Chip (5/8 in), and Mini-Detail knife (5/8 in), providing a versatile range of geometries for complex small-scale projects.
• Slim-Profile Ergonomics: Specifically designed with narrower handles to provide a comfortable, fatigue-free grip for carvers with smaller hands or for ultra-fine miniature work.
• High-Carbon 1095 Steel: Precision-heat-treated to maintain a razor edge, ensuring that even the smallest cuts are clean and require minimal physical pressure.
• Integrated Rust Protection: The black oxide finish provides a durable layer of resistance against corrosion, while hand-honed edges offer immediate, out-of-the-box performance.
• Maintenance Included: Comes with a bar of Flexcut Gold polishing compound, allowing you to maintain a surgical edge through regular stropping without returning to a stone.

The Flexcut 3-piece Slim Handle Detail Knife Set includes the KN19 (3/4 in blade), KN20 (5/8 in blade), and KN27 (5/8 in blade) mini knives. These 1095 high-carbon steel tools feature 4.5-inch ash handles, black oxide finishes, and mirror-polished edges. The set includes a polishing compound and weighs approximately 3.6 oz. Proudly made in the USA. 

Secure your Flexcut 3-piece Slim Handle Detail Knife Set from Smoky Mountain Knife Works, a Tennessee landmark and the world's largest knife store. Every year, over 1.5 million people visit our legendary showroom in the Great Smoky Mountains to experience the expertise that makes us the world’s premier online destination for professional carving equipment.