Whittling

Specialized whittling knives, with fixed single blades, are preferred for sculpting artistic work.

They have thick handles which are easier to grip for long periods and have better leverage, allowing more precise control and pressure.

[2]: 10 In industrialized areas of the world, whittling is mainly a hobby and not an occupational activity as it was before powered wood working equipment enabled modern production.

"Splash whittling" is a historical, decorative technique in Norway using an ax to create a herringbone pattern.

[4] Safety precautions include the wearing of a thimble on one's thumb and a cut-resistant glove on one's holding hand.