Japanese chisels, or nomi, combine centuries-old forging traditions with modern woodworking precision. Made by laminating hard steel to softer iron, they excel in edge retention and control. Choosing ...

"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 ...

The mould from Rocha do Vigio for making bronze chisel. The cutting edge of the steel chisel is as wide as the chisel mould. Credit: B. Asmus A research team from the University of Freiburg has ...