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Wood Chisels Buying Guide

Butt chisels are short chisels with beveled sides and straight edges. * Pairing chisels are long with beveled sides and edges at 25 to 30 degree angles. * Bench chisels are longer workbench chisels with a 30 degree beveled sides and edges. * Mortise chisels are straight sided with 35 to 40 degree angle bevels ideal for working on mortises. * Corner chisels have a framer forged into 90 degree angle with normally a 30 degree bevel to forge out corners. *skew chisels and diamond skew chisels.

Tips for Buying and Maintaining Chisels

* Choose the length of the chisel based on the type of woodwork you intend to do. Shorter chisels are good for bench works while longer ones are more useful for bigger jobs. * Confirm that the steel used is high quality Harder chisels take on a better edge and have better edge retention. * Oil the edges and wrap the chisels when not in use to prevent corrosion. Sharpen chisels carefully either using a grinder or sand paper. * If you are not a woodworking expert and not sure which one if perect for your project, invest in a wood chisel set 

Manufacturers of Wood Chisels

* Great Neck * Stanley Tools

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