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The proper driving tool for bevel edge chisels is a wooden [[Mallets|mallet]] (which we'll make soon) and is '''only used on those chisels that have a metal ring at the end of their handle (or a metal rod going all the way through)'''. Handles without that reinforcement will not withstand hammering without damage! Drive these by hand or using a light piece of [[Scrap Wood|scrap wood]] and they should be fine.
The proper driving tool for bevel edge chisels is a wooden [[Mallets|mallet]] which is '''only used on those chisels that have a metal ring at the end of their handle (or a metal rod going all the way through)'''. Handles without that reinforcement will not withstand hammering without damage! Drive these by hand or using a light piece of [[Scrap Wood|scrap wood]] and they should be fine.


[[File:door lock preparation.JPG|thumb|left|400 px|Carving out the frame-bound part of a lock with a bevel edge chisel]]
[[File:door lock preparation.JPG|thumb|left|400 px|Carving out the frame-bound part of a lock with a bevel edge chisel]]

Revision as of 18:59, 15 February 2018

Woodworking chisels exist in countless varieties and can be used to break chunks out of a piece of wood (e.g. for joinery) or to create fine details of a work of art, depending on the kind you choose.

Bevel Edge Chisels

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Bevel Edge Chisels

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Synonyms: "chisels", flat bench chisels;
DE: Stecheisen, Stechbeitel,
"Stemmeisen", DIN 5139 Form B [1]
Type: hand tool
Material: wood
Used with: mallets
Location: wood workshop
Access Requirements: upon introduction

The proper driving tool for bevel edge chisels is a wooden mallet which is only used on those chisels that have a metal ring at the end of their handle (or a metal rod going all the way through). Handles without that reinforcement will not withstand hammering without damage! Drive these by hand or using a light piece of scrap wood and they should be fine.

Carving out the frame-bound part of a lock with a bevel edge chisel

To learn how to sharpen and hone these properly, have a look at the first part of this great video class. They are wall-mounted using a 3D printed holder.


Carving Chisels

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Carving Chisels

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Synonyms: crafting chisels, "wood carving tools";
DE: Schnitzeisen
Type: hand tool
Material: wood

Not to be driven with hammers or mallets!