[Woodcarver] First Post

[stephenhatfield at bellsouth.net]

Hello all.  This is my first post to this list and I am looking forward to hearing from everyone out there.  I do have a question.

I am relatively new to carving but not totally new.  I am getting ready to invest in a basic set of quality carving tools.  My preference will be relief carving on a smaller scale so I am looking for palm handle tools for the moment.  I am leaning towards either a Two Cherries basic set or an Ashley Iles basic set.  Whew........here's my question.

>From an "ease of use" standpoint,  which tools seem to be easier to use?  I have read and heard that Two Cherries has a steeper angled grind than Ashley Iles and I don't know if it makes a diffence.

Thanks
Steve Hatfield in the land of the dimpled chad,  Palm Beach County Florida.