Pfeil Violin Makers Knife

Carve Precise Detail with a Swiss-Made Violin Makers Knife

When fine instrument work calls for a blade that slices cleanly into tight corners, the Pfeil Violin Makers Knife gives you the control to pare, trim, and shape with accuracy. Each knife carries a double bevel blade ground to an approximately 45 degree skew, so the angled edge reaches into corners and works both forehand and backhand without turning the tool.

The 160mm length sits comfortably in the hand, giving you steady command over delicate cuts where precision matters most. You can choose from six blade widths, from a fine 3.5mm for tight detail through to a broad 19mm for longer paring strokes. That spread lets you match the knife to the task, whether you are fitting purfling, shaping scrolls, or trimming joints on a build.

Key Features

• Double Bevel Blade: Ground on both faces so you can cut forehand and backhand, slicing cleanly without rolling the knife over.
• 45 Degree Skew Edge: The angled point reaches into corners and tight spots, giving you control over fine detail and finishing cuts.
• Six Blade Widths: Available in 3.5mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, 15mm, and 19mm, so you can match the blade to the scale of your work.
• 160mm Overall Length: A balanced size that sits comfortably in the hand for steady, controlled paring.
• Swiss-Made Quality: Pfeil's trusted edge holding and finish, built for the close tolerances of instrument work.

Choosing Your Blade Width

The right width depends on the cut in front of you, so it helps to think in terms of scale:

• 3.5mm and 6mm: Fine detail, tight corners, and delicate trimming where a narrow point is essential.
• 9mm and 12mm: Everyday paring and shaping across most instrument tasks.
• 15mm and 19mm: Broader strokes and longer cuts where a wider edge clears stock with fewer passes.

Main Applications

• Fitting and trimming purfling channels with clean, controlled cuts.
• Shaping scrolls, pegboxes, and other fine details on violins and similar instruments.
• Paring joints and trimming end grain where a skew edge reaches what a straight knife cannot.
• Working both forehand and backhand without changing your grip or turning the blade.
• Building a set across the six widths so you always have the right knife for the cut.

Give your instrument work the precision it deserves. Add the Pfeil Violin Makers Knife to your kit and carve with confidence from the very first cut.