Chisels

Most woodworkers, joiners, and carpenters possess a diverse range of chisels, including firmer, bench, paring, mortise dovetail, and other specialised types.

Bench chisels, the most prevalent, feature blades approximately 4 to 6 inches in length and can be struck with a mallet. They are available with blades crafted from either O1 steel, a relatively soft grade that facilitates sharpening, or A2 steel, a harder alloy that retains an edge for an extended period. Our standard practice involves sharpening bench chisels with a 25° bevel angle to achieve optimal results on most wood types. If you request the addition of a micro-bevel, a thin secondary edge positioned at the tip, we will employ a 30° bevel for O1 steels and a 35° bevel for A2 steels, should we discern that the chisel is A2 (typically found on more expensive chisels).

Paring chisels are exclusively designed for hand-guided work and should never be struck with a mallet. These chisels possess blades ranging from 6 to 10 inches in length and excel at trimming and shaping wood rather than chopping. To facilitate these types of cuts, we sharpen paring chisels with a 20° bevel angle. If you desire the addition of a 25° micro-bevel, please specify your preference, and we will accommodate your requirements.