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The quality of these tools was pretty amazing. They are obviously hand-crafted, but the edge and precision of the chisels is exquisite... literally as perfect as can be. There are no corners cut, the... See more
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A beautiful hand crafted little foraging knife! A real treasure. I love it! Sharky followed up on delivery to make sure that I’d received it. So great customer service too. I’d definitely recommend th... See more
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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
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Amazing tool for a quality price
Amazing tool for a quality price. Exactly what the world needs more of!
19 July 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you, Jason!
Beautiful handmade, leather tool pouch
I ordered a leather tool pouch, which is absolutely beautiful. Using it for camping utensils. High quality very well-made. I ended up ordering two more! Thank you.
17 July 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you love the leather pouch and found it perfect for your camping utensils. It means a lot that you came back for two more — that’s the best compliment we could receive. Wishing you many great adventures with them!
A mistake was made on my end and you…
A mistake was made on my end and you were very kind and understanding. Your product is also great and just what I needed.
15 July 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much for your review!
Nice Product- Good Value
This whittling knife was a gift for my grandson. Really nice product- great value. He loves it.
The only downside is that it is shipped from Europe (Poland, I believe) which means delivery takes a lot longer than a delivery within the US where we live.
14 July 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear your grandson loves his new whittling knife — such a special gift. You’re right, our tools are handmade and shipped from Europe, which can make delivery a bit longer compared to local US shipping. That said, we always use the fastest shipping options available to make sure your order arrives as quickly as possible. We truly appreciate your patience and are happy the knife was worth the wait!
Great knifes…
All of the knifes that I received were well made and sharp and at a great price. Would recommend these knives.
11 July 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear you’re happy with the sharpness, quality, and value of the knives. It means a lot that you’d recommend them - enjoy your carving!
The products and the overall great…
The products and the overall great service was great!
11 July 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you’re happy with both the products and our service - that’s exactly what we strive for.
Chisel Slick is really Slick.
I am building a Nicholson Joiners Bench (Rex Krueger Youtube) and needed a slick to smooth out the surfaces of the lap joints. Forgedsteeltools made me a custom slick (in Imperial, not metric) and it works great! the joints, in oak, turned out baby skin smooth, and the slick is high quality, timely delivery, and excellent customer service. I have a bunch of their tools now, and I'm super happy with them.
1 August 2025
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Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you, Jeff! We love creating great tools for our valued customers!
Beautifully made tools!
This is my second buying experience. The tools are beautifully made; the edges are razor sharp right out of the box; and they just feel great in the hand. I can't say enough good things about this company. Heirloom quality tools that I will use for the rest of my life and will eventually be passed on to my posterior!
3 July 2025
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Thank you, Derek! Your words are pure motivation for us!
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you! Love to hear that!
Great tools
Great tools, very well made. And super sharp - ready to go right out of the box.
1 July 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you, Tom! We’re thrilled to hear you’re happy with the quality and sharpness of our tools. Wishing you many great projects ahead!
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Thanks!
everything about chisel set are great
I found the chisels to be of excellent quality. The handles are very comfortable and well-shaped, and the steel feels strong and reliable. I also really liked the elegant leather packaging and even the pleasant scent that came with it – it gave a sense of care and craftsmanship.
As part of my testing, I performed sharpening and some light honing on all of the chisels to bring them to the level of sharpness I personally prefer. While this is not a major issue, I would personally prefer to receive chisels and knives in their optimal sharp condition when purchasing new tools – especially high-quality ones like yours.
I also noticed that the edges seemed to have been sharpened using a powered circular sharpening system, such as a Tormek. This has caused a slight inward curve (concavity) in the bevel area. While this is perfectly fine if the customer owns a similar machine, it can pose some difficulty for those who use flat sharpening stones and prefer to sharpen by hand.
To summarize: other than the sharpening aspect, I found everything else to be excellent – from the packaging and leather case to the high-quality steel and comfortable handles. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your tools in the future.
27 May 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for your honest feedback! We’ll do our best to improve the sharpening of our tools.
Good looking tools handle is well made
Good looking tools handle is well made. Case is good. I have concerns about how tough the steel is. Seems a bit soft and prone to pitting on impact.
28 May 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you for your feedback - we really appreciate it! We’re glad you like the look, handle, and case.
Just to reassure you - all of our tools are hand-forged from high-quality carbon steel, carefully heat-treated to balance edge retention and toughness. You definitely shouldn’t worry about soft steel - our tools are made to perform under serious use.
Also, all of our tools come with a warranty, so if you have any concerns or want us to take a closer look, feel free to reach out at support@forgedsteeltools.com. We’re always here to help!
Really happy with the tools
Really happy with the tools. Very well made a work as expected.
29 April 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you’re happy with the tools and that they’re working just as expected. Your support means a lot to us!
Beautiful tool
Beautiful tool, made with love. The handle has a perfect grip and the blade is a lovely crescent moon shape. I used it on some plants in my garden and it cut so well. The leather case is perfect too. I highly recommend this uniquely handmade piece.
22 April 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback! Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Thank you again!
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you so much for your kind words!
awesome little round knife
awesome little round knife. it’s obvious the care and quality that went into the making of it. Thanks.
20 March 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you!
I received my Timber Framing chisels as…
I received my Timber Framing chisels as ordered and they arrived before I expected them to. For the price, these chisels can't be beat!!
26 March 2025
Reply from Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Thank you, Daniel!
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