I have occasional need to remove bark from logs and to rough shape logs for carving. I much prefer hand tools over power tools, and I am looking at drawknives to help. Does anyone have any experience with drawknives? If so, can you share any recommendations in terms of blade
and handle style?
From a blade perspective, I'm leaning towards a straight blade, because it will be easier to sharpen. However, I'm willing to sharpen a curved blade if it works better. Suggestions?
As for handles, there seems to be three primary types: straight outwards such that they are in-line with the blade; backwards such that they are 90 degrees from the blade, and angled. Any reason to choose one handle style over another?
Once I get blade and handle style figured out, is there anything else I should be concerned with?
Thanks!