
- Tools
-
Hardware
- Drawer Slides
-
Hinges
- Cabinet Hinges
- Furniture Hinges
- Box Hinges
- Specialty Hinges
- European Hinges
- Semi-Concealed Hinges
- Partial Wrap Hinges
- Demountable Hinges
- No-Mortise Hinges
- Butt Hinges
- Piano Hinges
- Quadrant Hinges
- Lid Support Hinges
- Small Box Hinges
- Pivot Hinges
- Sewing Machine Hinges
- Butler Tray Hinges
- Glass Door Hinges
- Concealed Hinges
- Hinge Accessories
- Hinge Installation Bits
-
Knobs and Pulls
- Kitchen & Bath Knobs and Pulls
- Furniture Knobs and Pulls
- Black Knobs and Pulls
- Brass Knobs and Pulls
- Bronze Knobs and Pulls
- Chrome Knobs and Pulls
- Color Knobs and Pulls
- Copper Knobs and Pulls
- Glass/Ceramic Knobs and Pulls
- Iron Knobs and Pulls
- Nickel Knobs and Pulls
- Pewter Knobs and Pulls
- Rust Knobs and Pulls
- Stainless Steel Knobs and Pulls
- White Knobs and Pulls
- Wood Knobs and Pulls
- Fasteners
- Lighting
- Bed Hardware
- Project Hardware
- Storage & Organization
- Supplies
- Only @ Rockler
- New Products
- Deals
- Outlet
-
Quick Order
- Home /
- Hand Tools /
- Carving /
- Five Piece Power Grip Carving Set
Overview
A value priced set that is perfect for beginning carvers. Features laminated steel blades, all honed and ready for immediate use! Set includes five basic tools for flat relief and figure carving.
What's included
(1) #9 X 1/8'' gouge
(1) #8 X 1/4'' gouge
(1) 5/16'' skew chisel
(1) 5/16'' straight chisel
(1) 3/16'' V parting tool
(1) #8 X 1/4'' gouge
(1) 5/16'' skew chisel
(1) 5/16'' straight chisel
(1) 3/16'' V parting tool
Technical Details
- 4-1/2" Handle
- 1-1/8" Metal end length
- Brand: Ice Bear
- Manufacturer Part Number: 129/80005
- Weight (lbs): 0.4500
- Style: Figure, Skew
Frequently Bought Together
Questions and Answers
Do not include HTML, links, references to other stores, pricing or contact info.
My question is about:

If your question is about more than one item, click + to add them.

Browse 3 questions
Browse 3 questions
and 18 answers
Why did you choose this?
Rockler Store
Building up my shop.
Dennis F
on Jan 6, 2017
I'm new to this and it looked right for the job.
Stacey A. J
on Mar 18, 2016
wanted to try them
Ed A
on Jan 9, 2016
So my wife can make custom walking canes.
Jeffery S
on Dec 16, 2015
My son is just starting wood carving and I thought this would be a good starter kit.
Christine S
on Dec 9, 2015
We liked it.
Frank M
on Oct 27, 2015
beginner set and good reviews!
jordan p
on Sep 21, 2015
To try carving
William F
on May 15, 2015
Building up my shop.
Dennis F
on Jan 6, 2017
teacher recommended it
Ruthe N
on Aug 18, 2016
I'm new to this and it looked right for the job.
Stacey A. J
on Mar 18, 2016
For printmaking projects.
Michelle V
on Feb 6, 2016
wanted to try them
Ed A
on Jan 9, 2016
My son (23) requested a carving set for Christmas. I think he heard of Rocklers either from his dad or his uncle, who is a master carver.
Brenda O
on Dec 17, 2015
So my wife can make custom walking canes.
Jeffery S
on Dec 16, 2015
Beginner. Reviews said these tools were great to start with
Lori E
on Dec 10, 2015
My son is just starting wood carving and I thought this would be a good starter kit.
Christine S
on Dec 9, 2015
This item was on his Christmas list. Your reviews were excellent, I hope he is satisfied with the Five Piece Power Grip Carving Set. Thank You
Janice C
on Dec 5, 2015
We liked it.
Frank M
on Oct 27, 2015
birthday gift
ben a
on Oct 7, 2015
beginner set and good reviews!
jordan p
on Sep 21, 2015
good reviews, and I'm just starting so didn't what to put a lot of money into craft just yet
Puanani M
on Jun 3, 2015
To try carving
William F
on May 15, 2015
teacher recommended it
Ruthe N
on Aug 18, 2016
For printmaking projects.
Michelle V
on Feb 6, 2016
My son (23) requested a carving set for Christmas. I think he heard of Rocklers either from his dad or his uncle, who is a master carver.
Brenda O
on Dec 17, 2015
Beginner. Reviews said these tools were great to start with
Lori E
on Dec 10, 2015
This item was on his Christmas list. Your reviews were excellent, I hope he is satisfied with the Five Piece Power Grip Carving Set. Thank You
Janice C
on Dec 5, 2015
birthday gift
ben a
on Oct 7, 2015
good reviews, and I'm just starting so didn't what to put a lot of money into craft just yet
Puanani M
on Jun 3, 2015
Is this usable for linocut?
A shopper
on Jun 17, 2015
Yes! Very sharp! Good for lino and soft wood!
- Reply
- Inaccurate
- MEI M on Oct 7, 2016
- Purchased on Sep 16, 2016
Vote for the best answer above!
Can these be bought separately?
Jack S
on Jul 21, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Not that I know. But Great tools .
- Reply
- Inaccurate
- Michael M on Jul 22, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 27, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Not that I know. But Great tools .
- Reply
- Inaccurate
- Michael M on Jul 22, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 27, 2015
Vote for the best answer above!
Reviews
4.3 / 5.0
20 Reviews
5 Stars
4 Stars
3 Stars
2 Stars
1 Stars
12
5
0
2
1
Excellent quality, especially for the price
I originally bought this set for an introductory printmaking class and have since relied on it for all of my woodcut plates. I had previously tried other, less expensive brands to save money (bad idea in my case). My Power Grip tools fit naturally with the hand, were ready to carve upon arrival, and have maintained their sharpness through a variety of types of wood. With that said, I suggest also purchasing a FlexCut Slip Strop for honing (it accommodates all the gouges and chisels included in this set).
The only things that are missing from this set and that I wish were included are the clear protective caps that go over each blade (so the blades can't bump into the inside of the case). I've seen many Power Grip sets like just like this one come with these caps and it'd be nice to have them since I carry my set around with me a lot at school. However, this isn't enough of an issue to affect my five-star rating. I recommend Power Grip carving tools to anyone/everyone.
The only things that are missing from this set and that I wish were included are the clear protective caps that go over each blade (so the blades can't bump into the inside of the case). I've seen many Power Grip sets like just like this one come with these caps and it'd be nice to have them since I carry my set around with me a lot at school. However, this isn't enough of an issue to affect my five-star rating. I recommend Power Grip carving tools to anyone/everyone.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (5) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
- Was this review helpful? Yes (5) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (2)
- Flag as Inappropriate
Great product. Could not be anymore...
Great product. Could not be anymore pleased.I would greatly recommend this product.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
May 17, 2011
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
These are fantastic carving tools. Very...
These are fantastic carving tools. Very sharp and easy to control.They also hold their edge very well. The free shipping made this a great purchase. I highly recommend these.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
January 11, 2011
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
Intro to carving, set was polished...
Intro to carving, set was polished sharp directly from the box and the grip is well designed and comfortable. Bought for the price and was happy. I'm not a sranger to tools and these are good quality. I've used everyone including the 1/8 gouge. I would recommend buying a leather strop and abrasive to keep them honed and mirrior sharp. Flexcut sells a good small wooden one with leather glued to it for around $15; it works well for chisels of this size. Do some research on how to sharpen, youtube.com has some good advice as well as other carving web sites.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
January 24, 2010
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
I have had these tools for...
I have had these tools for 5 years now and have done many carvings with these. Works great for 3D work as well as block prints. While the tools are small, they are well made and very high quality (especially for the price!). Hone with leather and you will not have any problems. The small U-gouge is pretty worthless, but the others are stellar. Great for small to med carvings. A great set at an amazing price... hard to beat the Power Grips.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
November 23, 2009
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
Good shipping, the carving set is...
Good shipping, the carving set is very sharp and worked very good for med-small carvings, good product
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
November 9, 2009
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
New to wood carving and wanted...
New to wood carving and wanted to try it before spending more money on a more permanent set of tools. This filled the bill. Rockler has always been quick to fill and deliver my orders and was with this one. I ordered them with the Flexcut slip strop (item 60353)to use for sharpening.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (3) No (3)
- Flag as Inappropriate
October 26, 2009
- Was this review helpful? Yes (3) No (3)
- Flag as Inappropriate
I am extremely happy with this...
I am extremely happy with this product, especially for the price, and Rockler was very efficient with processing my order. I am a happy customer.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (2)
- Flag as Inappropriate
September 21, 2008
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (2)
- Flag as Inappropriate
Great tools for the price. They...
Great tools for the price. They come very sharp and stay that way. They hold an edge as well as my more expensive chisels.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (3) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
August 12, 2008
- Was this review helpful? Yes (3) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
I'm new to wood carving but...
I'm new to wood carving but I Have to say this is the best carving set for the money! I've bought cheap sets that couldn't carve soap & then I found these & I love them!Great for someone just starting out!
- Was this review helpful? Yes (8) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
May 6, 2008
- Was this review helpful? Yes (8) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
These are really great tools, which...
These are really great tools, which come with a very sharp edge. They hold an edge very well. I have done at least 100 carvings with them and only had to hone them on leather. They still are very sharp.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (9) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
December 4, 2007
- Was this review helpful? Yes (9) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
Nice, good tool set... Just kind of $$$
I love the set very much! It's a very nice and sharp tool set! The handle is very comfortable and fit my holding style, no matter holding "like a pencil" or whole-hand grabbing. One star off is because... It's definitely pricy... And i would like to have an even smaller v-shape tool for carving with a very thin line.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
Five Piece Power Grip Carving Set
I am just a beginner with carving but I am impressed with how well these tools hold an edge and are relatively easily honed to keep their edge. I would definitely recommend the tool set.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
Good steel, handles weak
The carving chisels were sharp enough out of the box to use, but will take a finer edge, easily sharpened. the tools hold their edge well, too. The only negative comment that I have is that the wood used for the handles is not as strong as I would like, but then, I can carve new handles as needed. Overall, these tools are a pretty good deal.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
I just started getting into carving...
I just started getting into carving and I'm really happy with the quality of these chisels. They were already sharp when I initially opened the set so I was able to start carving right away. I would also recommend buying the Flexcut Slipstrop with the kit as it's really important to keep your tools sharp. It's easy to use and affordable.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (2) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
April 30, 2012
- Was this review helpful? Yes (2) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
For the money these have been...
For the money these have been very dependable gouges. They were very sharp when I recieved them and have been very easy to keep sharp. My only complaints. 1. the handle is a little loose on one and moves around. But I will glue and take care of that. 2. They went on sale the week after I bought mine. Happy carving!
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
June 27, 2011
- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (0)
- Flag as Inappropriate
The only complaint with these tools...
The only complaint with these tools is that the shank is too short, resulting in the handle spliting and making them useless except for extremely light-weight use.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
October 22, 2011
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (1)
- Flag as Inappropriate
Set is of lower quality than...
Set is of lower quality than I expected and quite small overall. Good for occasional hobby use but not for a serious carver.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (2)
- Flag as Inappropriate
August 14, 2011
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (2)
- Flag as Inappropriate
These are like kiddie's play toys....
These are like kiddie's play toys. They are as cheap as can be, worth maybe fifty cents at a 99 cent store.
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (6)
- Flag as Inappropriate
October 6, 2007
- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (6)
- Flag as Inappropriate
More Suggestions
x
Price:
Actual Price:
Our price is lower than the manufacturer's "minimum advertised price." As a result, we cannot show you the price in catalog or the product page.
You have no obligation to purchase the product once you know the price. You can simply remove the item from your cart.
You have no obligation to purchase the product once you know the price. You can simply remove the item from your cart.
Our price is lower than the manufacturer's "minimum advertised price." As a result, we cannot show you the price in catalog or the product page.
You have no obligation to purchase the product once you know the price. You can simply remove the item from your cart.
You have no obligation to purchase the product once you know the price. You can simply remove the item from your cart.