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Chisel Tips & Techniques

It’s tough to think of tools that get more use than my chisels. And while it’s tempting to just pick up a chisel and start whacking, you can get better, more consistent results by using the right technique.

I’ve picked out five everyday shop tasks that give you a good overview of some basic chisel techniques. The principles apply to other chisel uses.

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