Chisels
Whether for the preparation of wooden joints, the framing or chamfering - the result of the work depends very greatly on the quality and sharpness of the chisel. It must have a durable and yet easy to sharpen cutting edge. It should rest comfortably and well balanced in your hands. In respect of the nomenclature, we distinguish between paring chisels for light to moderate work. Paring chisels are usually pounded by hand. They therefore have no steel hoops at the handle end. Firmer chisels, on the other hand, are driven by striking the tool (wooden mallet for Western and iron-headed hammer for Japanese chisels). With regard to the blade, they are therefore designed more sturdily, and have a hoop at the handle end.
General Information about Chisels
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