BeaverCraft S15 Wood Carving Knife Set vs BeaverCraft S15X Deluxe Wood Carving Set

Both sets hold the same three knives: the C6 chip carver, C15 detail knife and C16 roughing knife. The S15X is the step up: black walnut handles, a genuine leather tool case and a stated 20-degree bevel, made in Europe. The S15 pairs ash handles with a canvas roll and a beginner booklet, and its larger rating base (4.8 from 446) is close to the S15X's 4.9 from 126. Buy the S15X for the better case and handles; buy the S15 if you want the booklet and a lighter roll to carry.

• Choose the S15 if you want the lighter canvas roll, a beginner booklet and the same three knives for less outlay.
• Choose the S15X if you want walnut handles, a leather case and a set sharpened to a stated 20-degree bevel.