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Von Trott Hook Knife - Right Hand
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Von Trott Hook Knife - Right Hand
Product details
Von Trott Hook Knife
There’s a difference between a tool that works… and a tool that feels right in the cut.
These hook knives from Peter Trott sit firmly in the second camp.
Hand forged here in Australia by a carver who understands what the tool needs to do, these aren’t churned out to hit a price point. They’re shaped by someone who’s spent years hollowing bowls, teaching spoon carving, and refining what actually works at the edge.
Explore the full Von Trott range here
What sets them apart
The first thing you notice is control.
The sweep isn’t aggressive for the sake of it — it’s balanced. That means you can take fine finishing cuts just as confidently as you can remove stock.
The edge is keen, but more importantly, it’s stable. It holds up in green timber without feeling fragile, and it tracks cleanly through the cut without grabbing or tearing fibres.
And then there’s the feel in hand. Comfortable. Predictable. No fighting the tool.
In use
This is a knife you reach for when you want clean surfaces inside a spoon bowl or kuksa. It rewards a light touch and sharp technique, but it won’t punish you if you lean on it a little.
Whether you’re roughing out or refining, it gives you that sense of connection to the cut that good carving tools are known for.
Sharpening & care
We recommend only sharpening hook knives on the inside edge, as you have a flat registration point to work with. The outside of the blade has a convex surface from tip to heel, as well as from edge to spine, which adds a level of complexity that can lead to headaches if you get it wrong.
Regular stropping, however, is the key. Use a dowel with stropping compound on the inside edge, and a stropping paddle on the outside.
Do that consistently and you’ll maintain a keen edge for a long time before you even need to think about resharpening.
Built by a carver, not just a maker
Pete doesn’t just make knives — he carves. That shows in every detail.
From the geometry to the grind, these are tools designed from real-world use, not theory. The kind of knife that makes you slow down, pay attention, and enjoy the process.
Left or right hand?
Like all proper hook knives, these are directional. Choose based on your dominant hand and how you prefer to cut (pull cut vs push).
The bottom line
If you’re looking for a handmade Australian hook knife that prioritises control, edge feel, and real carving performance, this is one of the best you’ll put your hands on.
Not cheap.
Not mass-produced.
Just a bloody good tool.
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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