Narex Dovetail Chisels

Narex Dovetail Chisels

Japanese-style dovetail chisel with stained Beech handle.

The blades are made from fine-grained, nicely tempered chrome-manganese steel and hardened to Rc 59. The blade edges are ground with acute 35-degree angles to provide excellent clearance into the tight corners of dovetails. The primary bevels are ground at 25 degrees. Blades are 5 inches long and have a hollow on the back similar to those found on premier Japanese chisels. Handles are stained beech, 5-1/4 inches long, 1-1/4 inches in diameter, and feature two antique solid brass ferrules. Overall lengths are 10-1/4 inches. The blades take and hold an excellent edge. As with all edge tools, they'll need final honing before use. These chisels are an exceptional value in a good-quality tool.