Chisels

Working with solid materials often requires the use of tools. One of these tools dates all the way back to the age of pharaohs wherein megaliths and ginormous statues were shaped to perfection. Known as the chisel, this hand tool has a beveled cutting edge at the end of a metal blade and a handle made of either metal or wood. By striking this handle with a hammer or a mallet or just by simply pushing it by hand, the chisel can carve, shape, or cut hard materials, such as wood, metal, or stone. Because of its function, it is widely used among masons, woodworkers, carpenters, and other construction professionals. Chisels are also conveniently sold here on Engineer Warehouse. Aside from carving materials, chisels can help put the finishing touches on wooden pieces. It can shave off and smoothen rough surfaces and can even scrape off glue joints, creating perfectly even surfaces. In addition to this, chisels can be used to remove small chunks of wood or concrete, which can help in creating small recesses on walls. With its versatile use, the chisel is an indispensable hand tool that toolboxes often contain.