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Hemlockusa, If its a pretty big piece of wood (like a 8" or 12" log) I first saw it in 6", 8", 10" chunks, then I use a "very" sharp hachet(very carefully) to square up each chunk. then whatever bird or duck I want to carve, I draw the pattern then transfer it to the block. Then with coping saw, (used to use my bandsaw in the stick house) I saw out the profile(side and top) then with a "roughing out" knife I work it down to where it resembles a bird ot duck. then I use Dremel with carbide or diamond cutter to work it even further. Then comes the knives to work it further and I do most all the feathers with a "detailing" knife (1/2" & 3/4" blade) LOL, I didnt mean to get into detailed speech!! anyways its fun and a great hobby. Thanks
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