Whittling a 2” Character with a Fish Knife

[@WienArtist]

Fantastic whittling, Kevin! I am also a carver of little guys. Been doing that since the 1990s. I am gobsmacked how much detail you have accomplished using this big fish knife. Your artistry is just a wonderful example of the true art of whittling, how it is possible to create a beautiful piece of collectible art by just using your fish knife. Kudos to you, and thank you very much for sharing with us your amazing talent and skill!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you Richard. I enjoy using my fish knife

[@kenedgerly6473]

So good to see you back again. Love watching you carve, no music or talking, just the sound of a knife slicing through wood, great stuff!

[@Nightjar100]

Thanks again for taking the time to make another tutorial. I think the camera angle, white background, and lighting made all your work easy to see. Perhaps, like so many of us, you have more time to yourself right now. Busy or not, we appreciate you and your work. Be safe.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks. I don’t have a whole lot of spare time but a little more than before. I do the videos nighttime

[@MarkFugel]

Kevin....i watch your videos in utter amazement with my jaw dropped to the floor mostly. I wanna think that you have a magic fish knife and that's the secret. Then, i think its the magic Canadian wood you have. Then, I think its those powerful fisherman hands you have...so strong it humbles the wood to mold to your will. Then i finally realize...you are just such a gifted magician yourself. You move from one cut to the other because you have practiced and carved so much to hone your craft. Thanks again for sharing your talent and helping us along our journey. You ARE my Yoda!!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you Mark

[@theaverageviewer6331]

This might be the worlds cheapest hobby. An old fish knife and a 2 inch block of pine wood. Love watching your videos your one talented woodcarver. Thanks for sharing.

[@shoeshow1999]

How you make something so hard look so easy blows my mind. Thanks again for sharing.

[@Montagedmoments]

You're such an amazing carver. I just love watching what you carve!!! I can only wish I'd ever get as good as you!!!!💜💜💜

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks. With lots of practice you can easily get to where I’m at carving

[@jwatt65]

Terrific...so nice to see you back online. Thanks for tutorials and inspiration.

[@andrewlipic8414]

Glad to see you post again. I look forward to seeing more. Fantastic carvings!

[@brendancart5706]

Your videos never get old iv watched this video many many times. I love watching you work you are very talented with a knife and wood. Thank you so much for making videos you have increased my love for this hobby. I love the 2" men.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you very much sir. I’m glad you’re enjoying them

[@kerrytilley9996]

No talking, no bull shit, just carving. Love it.

[@Santos-oc2no]

How skilled you are and also creative. Thank you very much. This is a motivation to continue carving

[@jefflinsid904]

A wonderful artist who I could watch for hours. So very peaceful. Reminds me of how much talent I don’t have and will never have. Such is life.

[@glenmckelvey5952]

Always enjoy your vids Kevin thanks for taking the time to make them . Stay safe .

[@christineriley1176]

Just absolutely brilliant Kevin! I'm in awe of your mastery of carving!

[@1954kaos]

amazing talent!...and so relaxing just to sit and watch...better than the telly.lol......

[@billyt9885]

Kevin Had an old Russell green river curved skinning knife. No idea where I got it as I do not hunt Checked the web page. The knives are carbon. Took the dremel to it today and cut it like yours Got a good edge on it So thanks

[@michaelworsham174]

Thanks so much for taking the time to do this video. Missing my dad. Your video gave me the idea of carving a little guy in his memory. All the best!

[@KevinCoates98]

Perfect. Great idea👍🏻

[@codyneedham3027]

Carving something so amazing with a simple knife like that . Very cool.

[@Joolziejoolz]

So peaceful watching you. The details are amazing.

[@GodsPoetryProductions]

This is a great follow along video. Amazing

[@robcarr1899]

Well.... what can i say? Such a tiny piece of wood with tons of detail. This little fella is Awesome. That knife really fascinates me. It looks brutal. I imagine a brain surgeon operating using a wrecking ball and getting perfect results. A true master of the craft. Excellent work sir.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you Rob

[@augusthermann9102]

Locked up in Corona Germany I enjoyed your video more then ever before. Thank you and Stay healthy!

[@KevinCoates98]

Pretty much the same everywhere. Thanks

[@СергейШевелев-у1б]

Смотрю и восхищаюсь,такой невзрачный нож,а какая красивая миниатюра получается,мастер молодец!

[@Richard-Puppyk]

Great work Kevin. I never knew that such a small character could be carved with such a big blade, especially all the smaller details…👍🏻

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you Richard

[@stevenblankenship6334]

I don't know whether to love this or hate it. I'm out here looking for a helvie and this guy just breaks off an old kitchen knife. Amazing talent.

[@johnjude2685]

Doug Linker says it's not the knife but the carver.You prove his words. I've cut my thumb as a barefoot kid in Kentucky whittling. And you are scaring me 😮 I'm shur it's not your first time carving and your characters show you're skilled. Big thanks for helping me

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks John. When I first started carving I would cut myself quite a bit. Then I learned to be more careful. Once you get the hang of carving you can pretty much carve with any knife as long as it cuts well good

[@brianwharmby6769]

Tried to see why someone would dislike this and pressed thumbs down and added a dislike by mistake, so sorry. I am just amazed how every cut is so decisive and there are no fuzzies. Such an amazing talent.

[@racerx6]

Thank you Kevin! I like these relaxing videos.

[@CastisV]

The tiny details are amazing!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@CK_Robert]

Very nice, I enjoy watching you carving!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks

[@Squidiot]

When I watch you carve something tiny that huge knife I can’t believe you don’t wear a glove. I know you’re a pro but from a guy who just had stitches in my finger I know how close you come every cut. Impressive, sir.

[@KevinCoates98]

I cut myself many times when I first start carving. I know I should wear a glove and would encourage everyone to do so. The thing is I’ve been carving so long without one it would be hard for me to get use to it now

[@Kevin-wo3kp]

Excellent work, Thanks for your hard work and effort to share! Keep well - stay safe.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks 👍🏻

[@anthonyf4439]

I don’t know if I’m more impressed by the carving itself or the knife used to do it

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@ИаковЧервяк]

Супер!!! Экстра класса!!!!))))))👍👍🏻👍🏼👍🏽👍🏾👍🏿😁👏

[@robertrobison3480]

Thank you for this one. perfect.

[@hughtempleton8640]

Great job ❤️

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@sfulmek]

Perfect cut procedure of 2 "figures Mr. Coates. Cutting angle, depth of cut thanks to years of practice. Best video I have seen so far and I have seen many of them. Yesterday I tried it according to the video, but it went wrong I haven't seen the finished figure from 4. Looks like I'm going to try to fix it again, but it won't be anymore If I can ask for 4 star views of the finished figure in the video, it would make it easy for me followers who want to try it and don't have as much experience as you.Thanks for the video, you're good. Perfektný postup rezu 2" figúrky pán Coates. Uhol rezu, hĺbka rezu vďaka dlhoročnej praxe. Najlepšie video čo som doteraz videl a to som ich videl už veľa. Včera som to skúšal podľa videa, ale pokazil, lebo nemám takú prax ako Vy a hlavne som nevidel hotovú figúrku zo 4. pohľadov. Ešte sa to pokúsim opraviť, ale nebude to už ono. Ak môžem poprosiť dajte do videa na začiatok alebo koniec 4 pohlady na hotovú figúrku, veľmi by to uľahčilo rezbu nie len mne, ale aj tým tisícom sledovateľov, ktorí to chcú skúsiť a nemajú takú prax ako Vy. Vďaka za video, dobrý ste. facebook.com/chesslevis

[@whittler0507]

Great video Kevin .how you carve with that knife .. I just dont know ..So impressed ..Thank you Kevin

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks Gene

[@kellyklaask7su990]

Outstanding, as always!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@henrythefonz]

Where can I purchase one of your carvings?

[@ronpinkney9823]

You did it again Kevin..

[@Squidiot]

Like magic. Thanks again.:) Could you tell us what you brush on in the end? I can’t read the label.

[@mikehall9468]

Squidiot It might be this product. Terra Nova NaturOil

[@wendyeguez2749]

Excelente job Kevin,qué tipo de madera usas,gracias

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@paulopatu7485]

Thanks for sharing.

[@KevinCoates98]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@mehmetberattas5657]

Was waiting for this!!!

[@HalitBülbül-k6m]

Hey hey maşallah ellerine saglik koca yürekli insan güzel insan ne güzel oldu

[@Limicola1]

Amazing!

[@marylindsay8064]

What is a “fish knife” and where can it be purchased? Thanks so much for sharing!!

[@GuiBRx]

very good dude your videos inspire me, thanks

[@henrykhlamov8640]

Super

[@luiscr1106]

Hola kevin. Qué madera usas?. Gracias por exponertus trabajos. Excelenres. Saludos. Luis. Santander. España.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks

[@kevinknuth6495]

Kevin, beginning carver here. Love your technique...inspiring. Have you ever carved other wood types besides pine and basswood? My experience with basswood from the local hardware store is that it’s pretty hard. I can get all the white Cedar wood I’d ever need from our woods. I may also be able to find a dead basswood tree. If I find a dead standing basswood and cut it up, how long do I need to let the wood dry?

[@kerrytilley9996]

You Rock my friend. 😂

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks

[@anamarialoperaflores443]

Desde España nuestra admiración por su gran trabajo, lastima no poder comprarlo. Saludos

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks

[@patriclop2pl]

Glad to see you back on here. Awesone video!

[@jackdon4482]

awesome, I really enjoy the sharing of your skills. Question, do you wet the wood before you carve?

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks. No never have

[@qaweeorltuys]

Do you choose the white pine with exceptionally tight grain or what? Could you show more end grain on your next carving so I have some better idea of stock selection. Thanks. Beautiful work

[@mr.t3186]

Getting about time for another carving Kevin :)

[@carlosalbertofernandezagui1541]

Hay algunos planos para hacerlos usted es genial

[@2duser2]

Hi Kevin. After all your videos I am still amassed at what you can do with that knife. I was wondering if that is a survivor from your time in the fishing industry or have you had to search and find replacements over the years. Did you arrive at the shape like the angle at the end by accident or did you try different angles till you got the one you like? Thanks for posting. You and your family stay well.

[@lora2231]

You are amazing

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@enzocotugno1270]

Siete fantastico e ' un genio perché sa fare molte cose oltre al legno complimenti

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@charleenheath6116]

You are a Master of the Art. Y ou see the object in the wood then remove the excess. Very fine. leenotcharleen

[@andrewgward7]

So, did you use a filet fishing knife to make the knife you're using in this video? Awesome video, it's really fun to watch these carving videos of yours!

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks Andrew. I took enough of that knife to make another knife sometime in the future. Hopefully

[@andrewgward7]

@@KevinCoates98 Hopefully it works out great! Thanks again for the videos, have a nice weak😁.

[@willyg7394]

Beautiful job as usual, Kevin!!! Is this your chosen profession or hobby?

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks. I’ve been doing this full time for the past 20yrs

[@willyg7394]

I hope you are well compensated! Your work is just incredible!

[@michelleokimoto8577]

do you know where you got your whittling knife from or what brand it is? I'm looking for a whittling knife cu'z my other one broke. I thought it would be a good idea to ask you because you make awesome videos, and you make amazing stuff.

[@KevinCoates98]

Thanks. The main knife I use is an old fish knife. They are hard to come by now

[@luiscr1106]

Hi Kevin. Could you inform me of the approximate measurements of your wooden carving blocks?. Gracias kevin. Santander. Spain

[@KevinCoates98]

These little ones are roughly 2”x1”x1”

[@luiscr1106]

@@KevinCoates98 thans Very kevin

[@terrypach1664]

Wow it is fun to watch video tank you for the name of your knife simple

[@tomevans4402]

👍 thank you

[@diegocampagna8367]

@Kevin Coates hello, what kind of wood do you use for these beautiful mini sculptures ?? thank you very much

[@KevinCoates98]

White pine

[@DPNPiedra]

I am from Costa Rica, I am beginner, What kind of wood is better to use ?

[@alansiegel4081]

Do you ever foul up a carving and discard it?

[@KevinCoates98]

First when I started whittling I may have ruin a couple lol

[@TheAn2418]

Do you find using white pine softer than basswood. I can't find a soft basswood and its frustrating. I know my knives are sharp.

[@KevinCoates98]

I’ve only carved basswood a couple times. The piece I had was very hard. Well seasoned. I use pine because that’s all I have available to to me but it’s decent to carve

[@-carversdiary4823]

What kind of oil did you use?

[@KevinCoates98]

It’s a natural oil like would be used for wooden bowls, spoons, cutting boards etc

[@OnlySado48]

What kind of wood do you use? Where do you buy it? Thanks...

[@KevinCoates98]

Eastern white pine. I get mine from either Kent or Home Depot here in Canada

[@terrypach1664]

a wonderful silence

[@KevinCoates98]

👍🏻

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

Awesome!

[@hard2bhardcore]

Amazing

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

[@bigfoot8778]

How come you don't use a thinner knife?

[@KevinCoates98]

A thinner one could be better. I just got use to using the ones I have. They work fine for me

[@bigfoot8778]

@@KevinCoates98 yea you did surprise me that you got that level of detail out of that thick of a knife.

[@MarcosAntonio-xl4mg]

Muito bom mesmo

[@jag2712]

Where do I find a knife like this?

[@KevinCoates98]

Someone told me Amazon has similar knives. The one I use is roughly 50 years old. It was a knife used to fillet fish

[@josuesantiago9844]

Where can I buy that knife?

[@KevinCoates98]

It’s an old fish knife I use here. You can get a similar one at Amazon. Green River boning knife

[@seniorchiefharris]

Kevin you're an absolute AMAZING wood carver of small carvings!!! You, Jim Price, Gene Messer and Doug Linker should get together and produce a Carving Encylopedia of small carvings!!! I too enjoy carving small character carvings, but you and your comrades put me to shame!!! I know, practice, practice, practice...and maybe 50 years!!! ;>) Thanks for the GREAT video and keep up the fantastic work!!! Stay Safe and Healthy Always!!!

[@wolfiedventures]

hardcore as fuck.

[@KevinCoates98]

👍🏻

[@nickmiller3796]

👍

[@mackknife8414]

You make this look too easy

[@KevinCoates98]

Thank you

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[@Anders.B]

Great job!

[@stephenwhittier6439]

👍