Von Trott 40mm Detail Knife
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PRODUCT INFORMATION
Von Trott 40mm Detail Knife
When the bulk of the carving is done, this is where the work really begins.
The 40mm detail knife from Peter Trott is made for those final passes — the ones that define lines, clean up transitions, and bring a piece together.
Hand forged here in Australia, this is a small blade with a very clear purpose: precision, control, and clean results.
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A blade built for control
At 40mm, this knife sits in that sweet spot where it feels nimble without being fussy.
The shorter edge gives you more authority over the cut, especially when working into tighter curves or refining edges. The tip is responsive and easy to place, letting you follow a line without forcing it.
This isn’t about removing wood quickly — it’s about removing it cleanly.
Where it shines
This is where the knife really comes into its own.
Perfect for netsuke, small-scale carving, and any work where detail counts. It gives you the control needed to define fine features, sharpen lines, and work confidently in tight spaces.
It’s equally at home refining spoon carvings — softening transitions, cleaning up facets, and bringing surfaces together without leaving tear-out behind.
It’s the knife you reach for when things start to matter — when a heavy cut becomes a light one, and control takes over from speed.
Keeping it sharp
A knife like this doesn’t need much — just a bit of regular attention.
A stropping paddle with stropping compound will keep the edge keen and ready to go.
Stay on top of that and you’ll spend far less time going back to stones.
Made by someone who uses it
There’s no guesswork in these.
Pete’s tools come from time spent carving, not just making. The balance, the grind, the way the blade behaves in timber — it all reflects that experience.
It’s a knife that does exactly what you expect it to do, which is exactly what you want at this stage of the work.
The takeaway
If you’re chasing accuracy, fine detail, and control in tight spaces, this is a tool that earns its place pretty quickly.
Small blade.
Serious control.
Made for the details.
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Shipping Times
Orders are shipped 2-4 business days after placement and are sent via Australia Post. You will be supplied with a tracking number once shipped so you can keep track of where your parcel is at.
Please allow 5 business days for delivery and 10 business days for Western Australia, Northern Territory and Tasmania.
Orders placed on a Saturday or Sunday will be processed the following Monday or Tuesday.
Australian Shipping Rates
A $15.95 AUD flat rate shipping fee applies on all orders.
If you require your parcel more urgently then you may select Australia Post Express Post shipping for $21.95 AUD which should arrive 1-2 business days after dispatch (location dependant).
Or if it is super urgent you can jump to the front of the queue and we will ship it by Australia Post Express Post for $30.00
If you have any concerns please don't hesitate to get in touch with us by emailing info@woodtamer.com.au
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RETURNS POLICY
Our policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase.
Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Refunds (if applicable)Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days.
Late or missing refunds (if applicable)
If you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again.
Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.
Next contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.
If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at info@woodtamer.com.au.
Sale items (if applicable)
Only regular priced items may be refunded, unfortunately sale items cannot be refunded.
Exchanges (if applicable)
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at info@woodtamer.com.au and send your item to: Wood Tamer, PO Box 3346, Wamberal NSW 2260, Australia.
Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.
If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.
Shipping
To return your product, you should mail your product to: Wood Tamer, PO Box 3346, Wamberal NSW 2260, Australia
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
Von Trott 40mm Detail Knife
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