Helvie® SkewsThe Helvie skews are great tools for cleaning out those tight in between spots, tops and bottoms of hats, and even relief carving. Handles are approximately 2 5 8" in length. The skews are sharpened on both sides. 1 4" Skew Blade is . 055" (1. 397mm) thick, approximately 1 7 8" in length and 1 4" wide. 1 2 Skew Blade is . 055" (1. 397mm) thick, approximately 2" in length and 1 2" wide. Blades are a scandi grind. Handles are made of colorful laminated