In this short clip I’m testing out a hollow chisel mortiser on a piece of oak. You’ll see the bit plunge in and quickly carve ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A chisel is one of the most utilitarian and oldest hand tools for woodworking. And a good wood chisel, in ...

Mortises are one of the strongest woodworking joints and are a sign of quality whether in fine furniture or timber-frame cabins. A skilled carpenter can make them by hand, but it’s a laborious process ...

A chisel is one of the most utilitarian and oldest hand tools for woodworking. And a good wood chisel, in particular, has sharp beveled cutting edges, holds those edges well, sharpens easily, and ...