Marples Chisel for Woodworking, 1/8-inch (3mm) (M44418N)

Nice excellent quality steel

The chisel didn't come sharp. However, for fine woodworking where you carefully and almost effortlessly make paper thin wood shavings you need to be able to sharpen your chisel. So I sharpened this one myself and it didn't disappoint. This isn't a tool that you will fall in love with and pass down to your grandchildren, but its a solid tool that does the job and is worth the price. You will need to be able to sharpen it yourself.

Great product highly refined tool

I have two sets of chisels- a LN set, and this one. This chisel is really, really nice and holds an edge well. I have no complaints. There are definitely differences between it and the far more expensive brands, but for the money you are getting a really good value.

Very sharp, heavy duty, balanced feel, about 25 degree cutting angle, and a pleasure to use. It arrived here extremely sharp and I will buy the other widths to make a complete set. I like the chisel's heavy weight because it's easier to control that way. I believe that this chisel is a great value also. Ergonomically designed to fit my hand (I can hold this comfortably and securely). Thanks for introducing me to my favorite chisel.

(This is twenty-two in a series of reviews describing products used for the making of PHOTO STATUETTES. All 28 reviews are yours by clicking "Ron Z" and scrolling down or by clicking the x in Ron's x-tab (above). The series begins Nov 18, 2013 with Elmer's Foam Boards, 20 x 30 Inches, 1/2-Inch Thick, Black/Black, 10-Count (951300) ). We have cut our bar(s) into various lengths and now it is time to choose one for a base. If you are in the process of making a full-length statuette an 8-inch base will probably suffice. Temporarily insert your statuette into its groove. See how "8" looks; then maybe try a "9". If you are making a bust-type statuette do the same, but of course with a longer base. Be sure to leave space on both sides of your statuette. For example, the bust I am making measures 7.5" wide, and, I have chosen a 10-inch long base. This shall leave 1.25" on both sides. The space serves as margins on both left and right. It's part of the design, or, the "overall concept". Return your statuette to a safe place. REMOVING THE ACRYLIC After choosing a base we must remove its acrylic nameplate; this, for a label and a Color-aid strip. Reinserted thereafter it is removed nevermore. Any removal procedure will do as long as it does not scratch the acrylic. Following are three methods one of which should be useful: METHOD #1 Start by pushing one end of the acrylic up and out using a non-slip gripper material: Set of 2 - Easy Non Slip Jar / Lid Opener Gripper Pad . Completely remove acrylic strip. METHOD #2 Here we'll be using a flat bamboo skewer: Pack of 200 Flat Bamboo Skewers for BBQ, Skewer, Shish Kabobs, Appetizers (6 INCH) . Sand pointed end to a gradual slope using your belt sander (Review #4). Push skewer into your 1/16th gap. Give it a tap with a hammer if needed. Lateral movement invites scuffs and scratches so slide it in at the groove's WALL as you push. Use the groove's wall to maintain a straight push. The process should raise the acrylic high enough for you to cajole and remove it by hand. METHOD #3 a. Use a 1/8th or 1/4-inch wood chisel. (My IRWIN 1/8th chisel [featured] has served me well). Run a strip of double-sided tape up the shank, over the blade and down the other side. Scotch Permanent Double Sided Tape, 1/2 x 250 Inches 3-Pack Caddy(3136) b. Remove excess tape from the sides of the metal shank by sliding a razor blade up or down. c. Run a flat shoelace up the shank, over the blade and down the other side. Press it securely against the tape. Skateboard Style Flat Shoelaces 3/8" Wide, incorrectly advertised as 1/2" wide, For All Shoes - 45" and 54" Lengths Then, with the shoelace acting as a buffer, apply your chisel to the 1/16th gap. Carefully force your acrylic strip upward for fingers to finish the job of removal. Cleanup: Remove tape from chisel. Use Goo Gone to eliminate sticky residue. Goo Gone 8 oz. - Removes stickers, grease, gum, tar, crayon & tape NEXT: Color-Aid. Coloraid Full Set of 314 Color Swatches - 4.5 x 6 Inches

I used it for chiseling out my hinges for my door. Very sharp..

Nice chisel for the price. Arrived with sharp edge. Nice cutting in hardwood or softwood.