{"product_id":"bent-gouge-sweep-9-stryi-compact-for-deep-detail-carving","title":"Bent Gouge, Sweep #9, STRYI Compact — for Deep Detail Carving","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStreamlined Geometry \u0026amp; Maximum Maneuverability\u003cbr\u003eUnlike bulky, mass-produced beginner tools that feel clumsy in the hand, our Compact Series is optimized for high-precision tracking and nimble wrist movement. Featuring an ultra-precise 2mm thin metal body, tapered design, and a subtle bent profile, these tools minimize drag significantly while providing the clearance needed for your hand and handle to dive deep into recesses. With a compact total tool length of 18.5 cm (7.3\") and a blade length of 8.5 cm (3.3\"), your hand sits closer to the wood cutting edge. This ergonomic design grants you superior lever control and unmatched maneuverability, allowing the blade to glide effortlessly through hardwoods like cherry, walnut, or oak with minimal resistance. It's specifically engineered to twist, turn, and scoop wood smoothly in deep recesses and tight corners where standard, longer tools often get stuck or lose leverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhy Craftsmen and Hobbyists Reach for STRYI Compact:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, High-Maneuverability Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18.5 cm total length provides an incredibly comfortable, agile grip. It acts as a natural extension of your hand, making it the ultimate \"workhorse\" for both small bench projects and intricate deep-carving details that require tight cornering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScary Sharp \u0026amp; Bench-Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forget the bench grinder. Every tool arrives hand-honed to a surgical edge. You can go straight from the packaging to your workbench and start clearing waste wood immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Edge Retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted from W1-7 high-carbon steel (60-62 HRC), this line is built to withstand the pressure of deep cuts in tough grain while maintaining its razor-like bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo-Bevel Precision:\u003c\/strong\u003e The specialized thin-wall geometry ensures the tool doesn't \"kick back\" or bruise the wood fibers, leaving a clean, professional finish that requires less sanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhich Size Fits Your Project?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3mm (0.1\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for fine organic details, tight scoops, and precise maneuvers where maximum control is required in a restricted workspace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5mm (0.2\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for hollowing medium-sized elements like leaf scrolls or facial contours in architectural carving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"STRYI","offers":[{"title":"3mm","offer_id":43324157821026,"sku":"180903","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5mm","offer_id":43324157853794,"sku":"180905","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/7754\/6338\/files\/photo_1_2026-09-11_16-36-44.jpg?v=1789133816","url":"https:\/\/www.stryitools.com\/products\/bent-gouge-sweep-9-stryi-compact-for-deep-detail-carving","provider":"STRYI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}