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	\| [[File:PluggingChisel.png\|125px\|right\|link=http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00862Y4YC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B00862Y4YC&linkCode=as2&tag=dton06-21]]		\| [[File:PluggingChisel.png\|125px\|right\|link=http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00862Y4YC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B00862Y4YC&linkCode=as2&tag=dton06-21]]
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	\| ~~[http://www.example.com~~ '''Scutch Comb Chisel''']		\| '''Scutch Comb Chisel'''
	\| These have a serrated cutting edge designed as a replaceable ‘comb’. They are used for rapid removal of masonry when levelling, chiselling, channelling or shaping stone or brick.		\| These have a serrated cutting edge designed as a replaceable ‘comb’. They are used for rapid removal of masonry when levelling, chiselling, channelling or shaping stone or brick.
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	\| [~~http~~://~~www~~.~~example~~.~~com~~ '''Bolster''']		\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Masonry '''Bolster''']
	\| These can be used as an alternative to a '''[[:Category:Hammers\|Brick Hammer]]''' to cut larger size blocks, bricks and stone by first scribing round then striking with a '''[[:Category:Hammers\|Lump Hammer]]'''. They are available in different widths ''(e.g. to chase out plaster for electrical conduits)'' and some with sharper edges ''(e.g. to cut through and lever-up floor boards)''.		\| These can be used as an alternative to a '''[[:Category:Hammers\|Brick Hammer]]''' to cut larger size blocks, bricks and stone by first scribing round then striking with a '''[[:Category:Hammers\|Lump Hammer]]'''. They are available in different widths ''(e.g. to chase out plaster for electrical conduits)'' and some with sharper edges ''(e.g. to cut through and lever-up floor boards)''.
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	\| [~~http~~://~~www~~.~~example~~.~~com~~ '''Plugging Chisel''']		\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Masonry '''Plugging Chisel''']
	\| These are designed to cut or chase out the mortar from between courses of brick or stone either to drive in a wooden plug ''(as an alternative to a plastic wall plug)'' or as preparation for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Repointing '''Re-pointing'''].		\| These are designed to cut or chase out the mortar from between courses of brick or stone either to drive in a wooden plug ''(as an alternative to a plastic wall plug)'' or as preparation for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Repointing '''Re-pointing'''].
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	=====Metal Chisels=====		=====Metal Chisels=====

	Known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Cold_chisel '''Cold Chisels'''], these are used with a hammer to cut metal and therefore require a stronger cutting edge than for a wood chisel. They are ground to a bevel on each side forming an included angle of 60° using a '''[[Tool Grinder]]'''. The tool tip is [~~https~~://en.~~wikipedia~~.org/~~wiki~~/~~Hardened_steel~~ '''Hardened and Tempered'''] but the striking end is left soft but slightly [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chamfer chamfered] to reduce the amount of ‘mushrooming’ caused by the hammer blows.		Known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Cold_chisel '''Cold Chisels'''], these are used with a hammer to cut metal and therefore require a stronger cutting edge than for a wood chisel. They are ground to a bevel on each side forming an included angle of 60° using a '''[[Tool Grinder]]'''. The tool tip is [http://wiki.dtonline.org/index.php/Heat_Treatment#Hardening_and_Tempering '''Hardened and Tempered'''] but the striking end is left soft but slightly [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chamfer chamfered] to reduce the amount of ‘mushrooming’ caused by the hammer blows.
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	<span style="color: green">'''Note:'''		<span style="color: green">'''Note:'''
	They are known as '''Cold Chisels''' to differentiate them from the [~~https~~://en.~~wikipedia~~.org/~~wiki~~/~~Blacksmith~~ '''Blacksmiths'''] ~~'''‘Hot Set’'''~~ which is sharpened to a narrower angle and not [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardened_steel '''Hardened and Tempered'''] because it is used only to cut through hot metal the heat from which might [https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blacksmith#Hard_iron_and_steel 'draw' the temper] and soften it.		They are known as '''Cold Chisels''' to differentiate them from the [http://wiki.dtonline.org/index.php/Blacksmiths%27_Tools#Cutting_Tools '''Blacksmiths' Hot Set'''] which is sharpened to a narrower angle and not [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardened_steel '''Hardened and Tempered'''] because it is used only to cut through hot metal the heat from which might [https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blacksmith#Hard_iron_and_steel 'draw' the temper] and soften it.
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	=====Mason's Chisels=====		=====Mason's Chisels=====

	'''Chisels''' for cutting brick and stone are constructed and sharpened in much the same way as '''Cold Chisels'''. They are commonly used with a '''[[:Category:Hammers\|Lump Hammer]]''' to generate striking force required, and so are often available with soft plastic covers for the handles to shield the hand from injury ~~from~~ misplaced hammer blows.		'''Chisels''' for cutting brick and stone are constructed and sharpened in much the same way as '''Cold Chisels'''. They are commonly used with a '''[[:Category:Hammers\|Lump Hammer]]''' to generate striking force required, and so are often available with soft plastic covers for the handles to shield the hand from injury by misplaced hammer blows.
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	\| '''Hollow Bit Mortise Chisel'''		\| '''Hollow Bit Mortise Chisel'''
	\| '''Chisels''' used in a '''[[Mortiser]]''' are sharpened square tubes inside which an '''[[Auger Bits\|Auger Bit]]''' revolves to remove the bulk of the waste as the chisel is pressed into the work-piece. It is essentially a '''[[Punches\|Broaching]]''' process.		\| '''Chisels''' used in a '''[[Mortiser]]''' are sharpened square tubes inside which an '''[[Auger Bits\|Auger Bit]]''' revolves to remove the bulk of the waste as the chisel is pressed into the work-piece. It is essentially a '''[[:Category:Punches\|Broaching]]''' process.
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	====Mason's Chisels====		====Mason's Chisels====
	'''Chisels''' for cutting brick and stone are constructed and sharpened in much the same way as '''Cold Chisels'''. They are commonly used with a '''[[Hammers\|Lump Hammer]]''' to generate striking force required, and so are often available with soft plastic covers for the handles to shield the hand from injury from misplaced hammer blows.		'''Chisels''' for cutting brick and stone are constructed and sharpened in much the same way as '''Cold Chisels'''. They are commonly used with a '''[[:Category:Hammers\|Lump Hammer]]''' to generate striking force required, and so are often available with soft plastic covers for the handles to shield the hand from injury from misplaced hammer blows.
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	\| [http://www.example.com '''Bolster''']		\| [http://www.example.com '''Bolster''']
	\| These can be used as an alternative to a '''[[Hammers\|Brick Hammer]]''' to cut larger size blocks, bricks and stone by first scribing round then striking with a '''[[Hammers\|Lump Hammer]]'''. They are available in different widths ''(e.g. to chase out plaster for electrical conduits)'' and some with sharper edges ''(e.g. to cut through and lever-up floor boards)''.		\| These can be used as an alternative to a '''[[:Category:Hammers\|Brick Hammer]]''' to cut larger size blocks, bricks and stone by first scribing round then striking with a '''[[:Category:Hammers\|Lump Hammer]]'''. They are available in different widths ''(e.g. to chase out plaster for electrical conduits)'' and some with sharper edges ''(e.g. to cut through and lever-up floor boards)''.
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	<span style="color: red">'''Safety Point!'''		<span style="color: red">'''Safety Point!'''
	When using a '''Chisel''', always hold the work securely using a '''[[Carpenters Vice\|Vice]]''' or '''[[Clamps and Cramps\|Cramp]]''' and always have both hands behind the cutting edge ''(i.e. either both on the '''Chisel''' or one on the '''Chisel''' and one on the '''[[Mallets\|Mallet]]''' if used)''		When using a '''Chisel''', always hold the work securely using a '''[[Carpenters Vice\|Vice]]''' or '''[[Clamps and Cramps\|Cramp]]''' and always have both hands behind the cutting edge ''(i.e. either both on the '''Chisel''' or one on the '''Chisel''' and one on the '''[[:Category:Mallets\|Mallet]]''' if used)''
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	\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Paring Chisel''']		\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Paring Chisel''']
	\| This '''Chisel''' is a longer and thinner chisel which allows greater reach and better control when using it to remove small shavings ''(e.g. to improve the fit of '''[[Mortise and Tenon Joint\|Mortise and Tenon Joints]]''' or flatten the bottom of a '''[[Housing Joint]]''')''. They are never used with '''[[Mallets]]''' and are also available with a cranked handle for the most awkward to reach areas.		\| This '''Chisel''' is a longer and thinner chisel which allows greater reach and better control when using it to remove small shavings ''(e.g. to improve the fit of '''[[Mortise and Tenon Joint\|Mortise and Tenon Joints]]''' or flatten the bottom of a '''[[Housing Joint]]''')''. They are never used with '''[[:Category:Mallets\|Mallets]]''' and are also available with a cranked handle for the most awkward to reach areas.
	\| [[File:ParingChisel.png\|150px\|right]]		\| [[File:ParingChisel.png\|150px\|right]]
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	\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Registered Mortice Chisel''']		\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Registered Mortice Chisel''']
	\| These are heavy duty chisels with thicker square edged blades mainly used to cut '''[[Mortise and Tenon Joint\|Mortises]]''' and lever out the waste as cutting proceeds. The handles often have a metal ferrule at the striking end and a leather washer between the handle and the blade to absorb shock as they are struck with a '''[[Mallets\|Mallet]]'''. The spurs of a '''[[Gauges\|Mortise Gauge]]''' are set to the width of the '''Mortise Chisel''' to be used.		\| These are heavy duty chisels with thicker square edged blades mainly used to cut '''[[Mortise and Tenon Joint\|Mortises]]''' and lever out the waste as cutting proceeds. The handles often have a metal ferrule at the striking end and a leather washer between the handle and the blade to absorb shock as they are struck with a '''[[:Category:Mallets\|Mallet]]'''. The spurs of a '''[[Gauges\|Mortise Gauge]]''' are set to the width of the '''Mortise Chisel''' to be used.
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	<span style="color: green">'''Note:'''		<span style="color: green">'''Note:'''
	They are known as '''Cold Chisels''' to differentiate them from the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blacksmith '''Blacksmiths'''] '''‘Hot Set’''' which is sharpened to a narrower angle and not [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardened_steel '''Hardened and Tempered'''] because it is used only to cut through ~~soft~~ hot metal.		They are known as '''Cold Chisels''' to differentiate them from the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blacksmith '''Blacksmiths'''] '''‘Hot Set’''' which is sharpened to a narrower angle and not [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardened_steel '''Hardened and Tempered'''] because it is used only to cut through hot metal the heat from which might [https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blacksmith#Hard_iron_and_steel 'draw' the temper] and soften it.
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	\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Bevel Edge Chisel''']		\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Bevel Edge Chisel''']
	\| The general purpose wood chisel available with ~~eother~~ wood or plastics handles and the blade either fitted to it via a tang or a socket. The bevelled edges allow working within acute angles such as when cutting '''[[Dovetail Joint\|Dovetail Joints]]'''. They are usually [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardened_steel '''Hardened and Tempered'''] almost all the way to the handle to allow for frequent re-grinding and sharpening during their lifetime use.		\| The general purpose wood chisel available with either wood or plastics handles and the blade either fitted to it via a tang or a socket. The bevelled edges allow working within acute angles such as when cutting '''[[Dovetail Joint\|Dovetail Joints]]'''. They are usually [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardened_steel '''Hardened and Tempered'''] almost all the way to the handle to allow for frequent re-grinding and sharpening during their lifetime use.
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	\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Bevel Edge Chisel''']		\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Bevel Edge Chisel''']
	\| The general purpose wood chisel available with eother wood or plastics handles and the blade either fitted to it via a tang or a socket. The bevelled edges allow working within acute angles such as when cutting '''[[~~Wood Joints~~\|Dovetail Joints]]'''. They are usually [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardened_steel '''Hardened and Tempered'''] almost all the way to the handle to allow for frequent re-grinding and sharpening during their lifetime use.		\| The general purpose wood chisel available with eother wood or plastics handles and the blade either fitted to it via a tang or a socket. The bevelled edges allow working within acute angles such as when cutting '''[[Dovetail Joint\|Dovetail Joints]]'''. They are usually [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardened_steel '''Hardened and Tempered'''] almost all the way to the handle to allow for frequent re-grinding and sharpening during their lifetime use.
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	\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Paring Chisel''']		\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Paring Chisel''']
	\| This '''Chisel''' is a longer and thinner chisel which allows greater reach and better control when using it to remove small shavings ''(e.g. to improve the fit of '''[[~~Wood Joints~~\|Mortise and Tenon Joints]]''' or flatten the bottom of a '''[[~~Wood Joints\|~~Housing Joint]]''')''. They are never used with '''[[Mallets]]''' and are also available with a cranked handle for the most awkward to reach areas.		\| This '''Chisel''' is a longer and thinner chisel which allows greater reach and better control when using it to remove small shavings ''(e.g. to improve the fit of '''[[Mortise and Tenon Joint\|Mortise and Tenon Joints]]''' or flatten the bottom of a '''[[Housing Joint]]''')''. They are never used with '''[[Mallets]]''' and are also available with a cranked handle for the most awkward to reach areas.
	\| [[File:ParingChisel.png\|150px\|right]]		\| [[File:ParingChisel.png\|150px\|right]]
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	\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Registered Mortice Chisel''']		\| [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chisel#Woodworking '''Registered Mortice Chisel''']
	\| These are heavy duty chisels with thicker square edged blades mainly used to cut '''[[~~Wood Joints~~\|Mortises]]''' and lever out the waste as cutting proceeds. The handles often have a metal ferrule at the striking end and a leather washer between the handle and the blade to absorb shock as they are struck with a '''[[Mallets\|Mallet]]'''. The spurs of a '''[[Gauges\|Mortise Gauge]]''' are set to the width of the '''Mortise Chisel''' to be used.		\| These are heavy duty chisels with thicker square edged blades mainly used to cut '''[[Mortise and Tenon Joint\|Mortises]]''' and lever out the waste as cutting proceeds. The handles often have a metal ferrule at the striking end and a leather washer between the handle and the blade to absorb shock as they are struck with a '''[[Mallets\|Mallet]]'''. The spurs of a '''[[Gauges\|Mortise Gauge]]''' are set to the width of the '''Mortise Chisel''' to be used.
	\| [[File:RegisteredMortiseChisels.png\|150px\|right]]		\| [[File:RegisteredMortiseChisels.png\|150px\|right]]
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	\| '''Swan Neck Mortise Chisel'''		\| '''Swan Neck Mortise Chisel'''
	\| The cranked blade of these '''Mortise Chisels''' allows the bottom of a deep '''[[~~Wood Joints~~\|Mortise]]''' to be cleaned out by levering against the sides as shown.		\| The cranked blade of these '''Mortise Chisels''' allows the bottom of a deep '''[[Mortise and Tenon Joint\|Mortise]]''' to be cleaned out by levering against the sides as shown.
	\| [[File:SwanNeckMortise.png\|150px\|right]]		\| [[File:SwanNeckMortise.png\|150px\|right]]
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	\| '''Hollow Bit Mortise Chisel'''		\| '''Hollow Bit Mortise Chisel'''
	\| '''Chisels''' used in a '''[[Mortiser]]''' are sharpened square tubes inside which an '''[[Auger Bits\|Auger Bit]]''' revolves to remove the bulk of the waste as the chisel is pressed into the ~~workpiece~~. It is essentially a '''[[Punches\|Broaching]]''' process.		\| '''Chisels''' used in a '''[[Mortiser]]''' are sharpened square tubes inside which an '''[[Auger Bits\|Auger Bit]]''' revolves to remove the bulk of the waste as the chisel is pressed into the work-piece. It is essentially a '''[[Punches\|Broaching]]''' process.
	\| [[File:HollowChiselMortiser.png\|150px\|right]]		\| [[File:HollowChiselMortiser.png\|150px\|right]]
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