Cor cordium Wood Whittling Kit with Basswood Blocks
- 3 knives: hook, chip and detail
- 8 basswood blocks, 6 at 1x1x5 inches, 2 at 2x2x5
- Leather strop included for the blades
- Protection gloves in the kit
- Roll bag and instruction manual
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A complete starter kit for whittling with three knives, basswood practice blocks, a leather strop, gloves and a manual. The listing gives no blade steel, blade length or handle detail.
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ASIN: B08V13FCLWModel: WC-01Category: Wood Carving Tools
Overview
A beginner or adult hobbyist who wants to learn whittling gets three knives, basswood blocks, a strop, gloves and a roll bag in one kit.
Everything needed to start is packed in the bag, and basswood blocks are supplied for practice. The strop covers blade upkeep. The limitation is blade information, because steel type, blade size and out-of-the-box sharpness are not stated.
Who it's for
A garage bench or kitchen table where a first-time whittler learns cuts on small blocks. Carvers working on big pieces, or wanting named blade specifications, will outgrow the kit.
Pros and cons
- Three knife shapes
- Basswood practice blocks
- Leather strop included
- Roll bag for storage
- Blade steel unstated
- Blade lengths unstated
- Only small block sizes
- Glove size unstated
Performance notes
Whittling results depend on blade sharpness, grain direction and cut depth. Basswood is a soft, even-grained wood, and the three knife shapes handle hooking, chipping and detail cuts. The strop restores the edge between sessions, and the gloves reduce the risk of slips on the holding hand.
Specifications
| Brand | Cor cordium |
|---|---|
| Model | WC-01 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Basswood |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Leather strop, roll bag, protection gloves, instruction manual |
| Other details | |
| Art Craft Kit Type | Wood carving |
| Knives | 3 (1 hook, 1 chip, 1 detail) |
| Basswood blocks | 6 at 1x1x5 inches, 2 at 2x2x5 inches |
Frequently asked questions
How do I get started with the Cor cordium whittling kit?
The listing says an instruction manual is included but does not describe its steps. Check the manual for the first cuts.
What is in the Cor cordium whittling kit?
The listing names 1 hook knife, 1 chip knife, 1 detail knife, 6 basswood blocks of 1 by 1 by 5 inches, 2 blocks of 2 by 2 by 5 inches, a leather strop, a roll bag, protection gloves and an instruction manual.
Is the Cor cordium whittling kit for children?
The age range is listed as adult, and the listing gives no child-specific features.
Can the Cor cordium knives be sharpened?
A leather strop is included in the kit. The listing gives no sharpening instructions.