A chisel looks deceiving. On the surface, it appears to be a simple tool that has a few purposes. But when properly honed this simple tool can do a lot of things and it's one of the first tools you'll likely acquire as woodworker and furniture maker. For your chisel to perform well, it's important for it to be sharp. This video was produced for its free video library by The Center for Furniture Craftsmanship in Rockport, Maine. The Center is a nonprofit, international woodworking school dedicated to providing the best possible education in wood craftsmanship and design.
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