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About Sharky Forged Steel Tools
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Hand-forged carbon steel tools. Born in a small Ukrainian workshop. Loved by woodcarvers, leatherworkers, bushcrafters and gift-givers in 60+ countries.
For generations, the smiths in our corner of Ukraine have been forging carbon steel by hand — one blade at a time, hammered, quenched, ground, and honed by people who actually use the tools they make. Sharky Forged Steel Tools carries that tradition forward. Every blade we ship is forged from hardened carbon steel 52100 (ASTM A295), the same alloy used in high-performance bearings, chosen because it takes a screaming-sharp edge and holds it through real work. Whether you’re carving a spoon by the fireplace, sculpting a relief panel, cutting leather for a wallet, or splitting kindling at base camp, a Sharky tool is built to feel right the first time you pick it up — and still feel right twenty years later.
Our catalogue isn’t a factory line. It grows out of what working craftspeople actually ask for: wood carving knives, spoon carving hooks and gouges, leather working tools, bushcraft and outdoor knives, hand axes and forging hammers, and complete DIY carving kits for beginners who want to carve their first figurine, or make something real with their own hands. Each piece is made by hand, fitted by hand, and hand-honed before it leaves the workshop — so the tool that arrives on your bench is ready to cut on day one.
Sharky special promise
10% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER. Use code 10HELLO at checkout to receive 10% off your first order at forgedsteeltools.com1
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING on every wood carving tool, to every country we serve. Tracked, insured, and emailed to you the moment it leaves the workshop.2
SHAVING-SHARP ON ARRIVAL. Every blade is hand-honed before it’s wrapped. Unbox it, strop it, start carving the same afternoon.
LIFETIME GUARANTEE against forging and material defects. If the steel ever lets you down, email the smith and we’ll replace it.3
YOU EMAIL US, YOU GET THE SMITH. Not a ticket queue, not a chatbot — the person who made your tool.
Start your carving journey — 10% off first order
Shop by craft
► Wood carving knives — sloyd, detail, hook and chip knives for whittlers, sculptors and Kolrosing artists
► Spoon carving tools — hook knives, twcas and finishing gouges balanced for long sessions.
► Leather working tools — round knives, skivers and edge tools forged for clean, controlled cuts.
► Bushcraft & outdoor knives — field-ready fixed blades with full-tang construction.
► Axes & hammers — hewing axes, carving axes and forging hammers built for daily use.
► DIY wood carving kits — everything a beginner needs to carve their first figurine — or make something real with their own hands.
Why customers choose Sharky Tools
The phrases that come up again and again across 180+ verified Trustpilot reviews:
- Sharpness out of the box. Hand-honed; ready to cut from the moment you unwrap it.
- Edge retention. 52100 holds a working edge far longer than the stainless blends used in mass-market tools.
- Balance & feel. Each handle is fitted individually to the blade it’s paired with.
- Heirloom-grade build. Customers regularly describe their Sharky tools as gifts they’ll pass down.
- Genuine human support. You email us, you get the smith — not a ticket queue.
Hand-forged in Ukraine — shipped worldwide
We forge, finish and dispatch from our own workshop in Ukraine. That heritage matters: it’s where this style of carbon-steel craftsmanship has been refined for generations. It also means international orders are tracked, insured and typically arrive in 10–21 business days, depending on destination. We email tracking the moment your tool ships, and our team is on hand the whole way through.
Frequently asked questions
What steel do you use?
All blades are forged from hardened carbon steel 52100
(ASTM A295), heat-treated to roughly 60–62 HRC.
Are the tools sharpened before shipping?
Yes. Every blade is hand-honed and shaving-sharp on arrival.
How long does delivery take?
Typically 10–21 business days worldwide, with full tracking
and insured shipping. Express options are available at checkout.
Do you take custom orders?
Yes — bespoke profiles, handle materials, and sizing are
available. Send us your specs
and we’ll come back with a quote.
What’s your guarantee?
Every tool is covered for life against forging and material defects.
If something isn’t right, email us and we’ll make it
right.
Looking for tools built by makers, not factories?
► Shop the full Sharky Tools range
1 Use code 10HELLO at checkout to receive 10% off your first order at forgedsteeltools.com. Cannot be combined with other promotional codes.
2 Free worldwide shipping applies to all wood carving, leatherworking tools, and other handcrafted products. Express and expedited services available at checkout for an additional fee. Delivery times depend on destination country and customs processing.
3 Lifetime guarantee covers manufacturing, forging and material defects under normal craft use. Does not cover normal wear, intentional damage, or modifications made after delivery.
Hand-forged tools from Ukraine
Written by the company
- Made by blacksmiths, not factories
- We work in small batches, refine our tools with feedback from carvers worldwide, and focus on practical craftsmanship over mass production. From first-time beginners to experienced makers, we build tools meant to be used daily in the workshop.
- Starting your carving journey?
- Our DIY carving kits help beginners make their first spoon, figurine, or carving project with real hand-forged tools — while experienced woodworkers can build complete workshop sets piece by piece.
- Looking for tools that actually hold an edge?
- Every Sharky tool is hand-forged in our Ukrainian workshop from high-carbon steel and built for real carving work — not shelf display. We make carving knives, gouges, axes, and DIY kits for woodworkers who value sharpness, control, and tools that last for years.
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Contact info
33023, United States
- +1 414 404 6914
- support@forgedsteeltools.com
- forgedsteeltools.com
Hand-forged tools from Ukraine
4.7
Excellent
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Very well made
Beautiful, well made tools.
You can feel it when you pick them up. Really excellent. Very happy with these. Will be ordering more.
9 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled that you can feel the quality in the tools and that you’re happy with them. We look forward to helping you with your next order!
Products arrived safe and sound
Products arrived safe and sound! Husband loves them already. One of the cuffs on one of the knifes fell off already, but aside from that very happy with the product!!
9 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that the order arrived safely and that your husband already loves his new tools.
At the same time, we are sincerely sorry to hear that the metal cuff came off one of the knives. We always strive for the best quality, and we apologize for this inconvenience.
As a token of our apology, we would love to include a free gift with your next order! Whenever you decide to order again, please just send us a quick message to remind us, and we will gladly add the gift to your package.
Thank you again for your understanding and for choosing our shop!
Love it!
I got this knife for my teenage son. Teenagers don’t get excited about much, but he LOVED this knife. It’s extremely well crafted and beautiful.
9 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We put a lot of care and craftsmanship into each knife, so it truly means a lot to hear that your son loved it. Knowing it made such an impression makes our work truly worthwhile.
We sincerely appreciate your trust and hope it brings him many great moments.
Gouges
Gouges work great, but the metal rings around the wood keep falling off when use gouges. Have re-glued a couple of times, but pressure on the handle while using, pops them off agsin.
24 November 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for your feedback and for pointing this out!
The situation with the metal rings is related to the natural shrinkage of the wood. We have already improved our production process, and in the new batch, the rings are fully secured.
I will contact you via private message right now to resolve this for you!
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear you are happy with the quality of our wood carving tools. We believe that responsive customer support is just as important as a sharp blade, so we are glad our team could assist you!
I like the fit in the hand
I like the fit in the hand. They are very sharp. The skivers work great , also nice and sharp. Great product. Have to wait for a while but they are worth it.
5 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We are thrilled to hear that your leather skivers arrived razor-sharp and ready to work. We design our leatherworking tools specifically to fit comfortably in the hand for precise control. We appreciate your patience with the shipping - as you said, hand-forged quality is worth the wait!
Great chisels and great service!
I ordered the set of 3 chisels for my bench work and they are amazing! The leather pouch by itself is beautiful, but the workmanship of the chisels is next level! They are sharp and absolutely amazing to work with. I highly recommend them!
8 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for the glowing review! We are so happy to hear that your set of 3 woodworking chisels is perfect for your bench work. We believe a high-quality tool deserves a home to match, so we are glad you love the leather tool roll as well. It is great to know our hand-forged workmanship has earned your recommendation!
Good quality steel the Gromit
Good quality steel the Gromit, at the end of the handles are loose and falling off..
8 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for the feedback! We are glad you are happy with the steel quality. Regarding the grommets: this likely happened because the wood became drier during shipping or storage, causing it to shrink slightly. This can make the metal rings loose. Usually, a drop of super glue fixes this instantly, but please contact us if you need further assistance!
I haven't tried the tools yet but they…
I haven't tried the tools yet but they are very well made and customer service has been great.
6 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for the kind words! We believe that excellent customer service is just as important as the tool itself. We are happy to hear you are pleased with the construction and quality of your new gear. Happy crafting!
Great product
Great product
Very happy with all my purchases
Good prices
Amazing delivery
5 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you are happy with all your purchases. We work hard to offer high-quality hand-forged tools at affordable prices, without compromising on craftsmanship. It is great to know our fast delivery service met your expectations!
Best tool I’ve bought
Fantastic product, came sharp and stays sharp, cut into 15 year seasoned Purple Heart like it was butter.
Shipping took a while but coming from Ukraine to the US it’s understandable.
21 November 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for the fantastic feedback! Our goal is to deliver razor-sharp tools that are ready to work right out of the box, and we are thrilled that the blade stays sharp even on tough projects. We truly appreciate your understanding regarding the delivery time from Ukraine; your support means a lot to our team!
Good quality & price, fast shipping! &
Well made forged tools at a fair price.
Well packed with fast shipping!
5 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you! We take great pride in our traditional forging process, so it is wonderful to hear you are happy with the quality and the price. We treat every package with care to ensure our sharp tools arrive ready for work. Thanks for your support!
Incredible tool
Incredible tool. Study, sharp, feels great in my hand. Made a great spoon right away. Thankyou
5 December 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much! We take great pride in making hand-forged tools that are both durable and comfortable to use. We are glad our carving knife helped you craft a great spoon right away. We appreciate your recommendation!
Great quality
The froes I purchased show amazing craftsmanship and quality compared to cast or other forged froes I have worked with.
12 November 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you! Hearing that our froes compare favorably to others you have worked with makes all the hard work worth it. We are glad to have earned your trust and your business.
Great tools, Great service
All the tools I have bought so far are great quality and sharp. Service very good, kept informed throughout the process.
6 November 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for the kind words! We work hard to ensure both our tools and our communication are top-notch. We appreciate your business and hope you enjoy your new equipment.
Great polished and honed edge
The tools arrived within 2 weeks of my order. They were of great quality and well finished. They performed well straight away and have been sharpened and honed a couple of times which is easy thanks to the quality of the factory sharpening and honing.
5 November 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
We really appreciate you sharing your experience! Our goal is to provide tools that are not only sharp upon arrival but also easy to maintain for the long haul. We are glad the delivery time and quality met your expectations. Happy working!
Sharky Forged Steel Wood Carving Knives
I bought the roughout and the detail knife. They are both very sharp and hold an edge great, and yes, they are overpriced
4 November 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
We appreciate the candid feedback! It’s great to know the knives are doing their job and holding a great edge. We aim for top-tier quality, and we appreciate you giving us a try. Enjoy your projects!
Product was exactly as described
The product was exactly as described. Great communication when I grew concerned about delivery. Well packaged, and customer support was quick to respond and clarify. The tools arrived sharp and ready to use immediately. I would buy again.
5 November 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for the fantastic review! We know that waiting for a delivery can sometimes be stressful, so we are so glad our team was able to respond quickly and put your mind at ease. It’s great to hear the product arrived safely and matched your expectations. We look forward to serving you again!
I love my knives
I love my knives. They are well made and will last a long time. I highly recommend them to anyone. I wish they could of been delivered sooner. Excellent knives.
5 November 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thanks for the review! We are so glad to hear you are enjoying the quality of the knives. We apologize for the delay in getting them to you, but we appreciate your patience!
Shipping was timely & efficient
Shipping was timely & efficient! Great product & Sharp! Nice handle & different color wedges! Overall pleased!
5 November 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thanks for the great feedback! We’re delighted that you’re pleased with the shipping speed and the quality of the handle and blade. We hope to serve you again soon!
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