I've carved a spoon without one of these, and without a spoon carving knife its painful and tedious...Mora Kniv is known for making economical high carbon steel blades and this blade does not disappoint in those regards. Anyone wanting to get into carving spoons/bowls or things that need a rounded blade to make. Definitely take a look at these. They wont break the bank, and their deadly sharp...use with caution Phorisc Live The Adventure