An Introduction to Hand Tools The Wood Chisel

An Introduction to Hand Tools The Wood Chisel By T. Cox

Information on the Hand Chisel • Chisels vary in detail from type to type and from manufacture to manufacture, but they are essentially tools with stiff metal blades attached to roughly cylindrical straight handles • The joint between blade and handle is critical chisel design. ( Tang or Molded)

Hand Chisel Information The Blade • The blade of the chisel can range from 3” to 10” in lengt • The tip of the chisel is ground with a single bevel to form

Types of Wood Chisels • Standard Bench Chisel • Standard Gouges

Uses for the Bench Chisel • Paring small amounts of wood in an accurate and control • Removing small amounts of wood help ensure a snug fit

Uses for the Bench Chisel

Uses of the Different Gouges • The use of the Gouge can range from wood carving (with

Uses for the Gouge

Safety When Working With Chisels • • Always keep the tool pointed away from you Always wear proper eye protection or a full face shield Always secure your work to the bench Always maintain good balance when working with hand

Rules of Thumb • Always carry sharp tools in your hand with the point to the floor • Do Not Carry Tools in Your Pockets • Take the time to check over the tool to insure it is in GOOD working order • Do Not use fingers to test tools for sharpness • Always report injuries, accidents or damaged tools to the instructor to insure safety of others.