How to Choose the Right Chisel

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Wood chisels fit into places a saw can't reach. Chisels can be used by being tapped lightly with a mallet or be worked by hand.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Butt Chisels
  • Cold Chisels
  • Deep-mortise Chisels
  • Firmer Chisels
  • Mortise Chisels
  • Paring Chisels

Step1
Buy a set of four chisels with 1/4-inch, 1/2-inch, 3/4-inch, and 1-inch wide blades for most work.
Step2
Use a firmer chisel with beveled edges for general use.
Step3
Make precise cuts with a paring chisel.
Step4
Trim wood and make notches with a butt chisel.
Step5
Cut a mortise or any other square hole with a mortise or deep-mortise chisel.
Step6
Use a cold chisel for cutting metals. Don't ever use a wood chisel on metal.

Tips & Warnings

  • Never use your chisel as a pry bar or wedge because you can damage the cutting edge.

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