Great for any project where you need to scoop out a surface like spoons or bowls. Allows for a more aggressive curve than a straight knife. Sharpened on one edge - hollow ground. The Skinny Sloyd or the General Roughout Carver makes a great addition to this knife for your spoon carving tool bag. Flat ground is available, just ask or leave comment at checkout. Knife Handle Length: Handles are approximately 6" or 8" in length. Handle Material: Oak or Tiger Maple. The wood shown in the photo may not look exactly like what you receive. Blade Material: W1 tool steel Tang Length: 1 1/2" Steel Dia: 5/16" How to Sharpen Spoon Hook Knives - Hollow Ground or Flat Ground The first half shows how to sharpen a hollow ground blade and the last half shows how to sharpen a flat ground blade. @media (min-width: 750px) { .desc-video-wrap { max-width: 60%; margin: 0 auto; } }