Best Metalworking Chisels
Includes: -Kit includes one 1/16'', one 1/8'', two 5/32'', one 1/4'', one 5/16'', one 3/32'', one 5/16'', and one 1/4'' punches, one 3/8'', one 1/2'' and one 5/8'' chisels. Accessible packaging enables the customer to easily evalulate products in store.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"( has that tinsel sound ) so at least you know their hardened, they are made in china like so many great American company's have done."
"I bought this for my husband's work not sure how much he has used them but I know since he has not asked me to return them that they work and they are quality."
"Only problem was the punches had moved around in the case during shipping and the stacked up in the middle, making it impossible to open the case without cutting the strap. Note that pin punches are notorious for snapping the tip off, due to the tempering."
"I also bought them because my other chisel and punch sets seemed so big and bulky ."
"The colors chip off as soon as you pound it with hammer though."
"The tools work fine."
"Great set."
"A good starter set with case."
1 Metal Spudger. 2 anti-static tweezer. 1 Knife. 3 Triangle Paddle. 6 Pry Tools Repair Open. 4 pry tools. 1 Ultrafine Microfiber Cleaning Cloth. Includes 1 Metal Spudger,2 anti-static tweezer,1 Knife,3 Triangle Paddle,4 pry tools,6 Pry Tools Repair Open.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"While I don't have much use for many of the tools, the two pairs of tweezers are very high quality."
"I'd call this tool kit "defense in depth"."
"Prying minds need these tools... Nice assortment of tools to open those things that the manufacturer doesn't want you to open."
"The tools probably wouldn't stand up to extreme or frequent use (They wouldn't be suitable for someone who repairs phones or electronics for a living, foe example), but for the occasional repair (as in my case), these are ideal."
"I don't understand why it said that people who bought the battery replacement for my phone usually bought this set if it doesn't have all the necessary pieces to do the job, but hey maybe this is enough to get the job done on your phone."
"Bought as companion to Lekatey's screw driver set reviewed elsewhere."
"For the price, I really wasn't expecting the tools to be this good.The quality is excellent."
"Good set to have around our IT office."
Based on Stanley's classic 750 Series chisel design, this 1/8 Stanley Sweetheart Socket Chisel offers the rugged durability of socket chisels along with a blade shape that provides precise cuts in corners. Socket chisels are less likely to break than tang chisels, but the socket design makes it very easy to replace the stock handle with one you've turned for a custom, comfortable grip. The Sweetheart line socket chisels are based on the classic 750 design, which is arguably the best Stanley chisel ever made. Thin blade design.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"It comes lacquered, which is good for preventing corrosion in the warehouse, but annoying to clean off. Put the handle in the socket, and hold both together while you tap the butt of the chisel on a solid surface to seat it. The pieces can come apart unexpectedly sometimes, and if they do, you don't want a sharp steel tool falling on your floor or your foot. This system works very well, and makes handle replacement really easy, but it's not everyone's cup of tea."
"If you need an exact 1/8" chisel either buy a different brand or do what I did and grind both edges down to produce a 1/8" chisel. Other than that it is a great tool and takes a great edge."
"(Well, your first chisel set should be something cheaper and nice, like Irwin or Narex, which are soft and easy to sharpen, you won't feel bad if you ruin it when you don't know what you are doing.)."
"I received an imperial sized tool, not a metric equivalent-- 10mm translates out to .39, or close to the size others claim to have received."
"It is in the lower price range for professional grade chisels, but I do not see anything that can be improved on it, well may be a little larger handle would help."
"The chisel felt lighter than expected, nice size and comfortable feel to the handle."
"I have taken some course sandpaper to the insert and they hold in place much better than initially but still release with an intentional tap from the side."
Best Masonry Chisels
The Stanley 16-793 Sweetheart 750 Series Socket Chisel 8 Piece Set is a part of the Sweetheart line socket chisels that are based on the classic 750 design, which is arguably the best Stanley chisel ever made. Machined from high carbon steel, the Sweetheart chisels sharpen easily and retain a razor-sharp edge over long periods of use. Machined from high carbon steel, the Sweetheart chisels sharpen easily and retain a razor-sharp edge over long periods of use. Thin blade design.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I used water stones (Norton) for flattening and honing and then stropped to a mirror finish on the hollow ground bevel. I have touched up the bevel on my finest stone on the 3/4" chisel and two of the larger ones for some paring work. I've switched from waterstones to oil stones (Dan's Whetstone Company) followed by stropping on green compound charged leather. No sink, much, much less flattening, no water, For me this is a big deal as I'm likely to always have a very sharp chisel and don't have to fuss with the water stones. Using the oil stones and strop, it's two minutes from dull to sharp (mirror finish on bevel and chisel face)."
"I read the reviews carefully and decided that the people who have actually bought, own and use these chisels were saying some very positive things. You'll note that the Veritas set is significantly more expensive, but price really wasn't the deciding factor. You can scan a plethora of the other reviews and read many comments about the sealer that has to be removed (yes, it's a pain) from the blades. That the overall quality isn't up to Lie-Nielsen's standards and that the beveled edges are too thick for chopping some dovetails. the handles of all socket chisels will come loose (yeah...they're supposed to) especially with changes in humidity. Ironically, my Stanley Sweet Heart chisel handles are seated just fine and I didn't even resort to using the hairspray or shavings tricks to keep them on. Just the shank or store them in a drawer or tool roll like the excellent leather one that comes with this set. I would say that if you plan to cut many hundreds of dovetails, the Lie-Nielsen's would offer much better edge bevels and a tougher steel. Whatever the case, I think there are no reasons that these chisels will not outlive me and still be usable for decades to come, long after I've finished with them."
"I was so excited when these came out."
"Once on, they are pretty fixed on."
"Once you get the blades clean, they will need a good flattening, sharpening and honing. And - I'm just sayin' - the Lie-Nielsen chisel handles fit perfectly."
Best Concrete Chisels
From mechanical, metal, machine and assembly works to automotive and firearms applications, this classic all-purpose assortment is what you need at home, garage, shop and other job sites to accomplish lots of projects, maintenance and repairs. All the tips and blades are precisely machined and processed through high-frequency heat treatment to multiply strength and provide excellent, consistent performance. PREMIUM MATERIAL: constructed from high strength drop forged and hardened chrome vanadium steel with rust-preventative coating for dependable durability and longevity. COLD CHISEL: to remove stubborn objects for smooth surface, cut damaged or rusted bolts and rivets, and clean off waste and slag.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Not used much but what they have been used for they have worked great."
"THe pouch is a very heavy duty canvas type material that rolls up and has a tie to secure it closed."
"They are great for numerous projects and a fantastic addition to my tool bag."
"I was just looking for a single punch but for the same price as a single punch, I got a whole set."
"The hardness is great."
"Nice punch and chisel set, for the money its what you would expect."
"I love this set, sturdy punch&chisel set."
"The case that comes with this is a joke, the pieces fall out non stop and then punch your toe."
Best Wood Chisels
Machined from high carbon steel, the Sweetheart chisels sharpen easily and retain a razor-sharp edge over long periods of use. This helps the user to avoid inadvertent marring of the work when precise cuts are critical. Designed for striking and paring, the hornbeam handle provides a comfortable feel that transfers energy effectively when struck by a mallet. High-carbon chrome steel with tapered bevel sides.16-782 - Sweetheart Chisel 1/4inches,16-785 - Sweetheart Chisel 1/2inches,16-787 - Sweetheart Chisel 3/4inches,16-788 - Sweetheart Chisel 1inches.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I used water stones (Norton) for flattening and honing and then stropped to a mirror finish on the hollow ground bevel. I have touched up the bevel on my finest stone on the 3/4" chisel and two of the larger ones for some paring work. I've switched from waterstones to oil stones (Dan's Whetstone Company) followed by stropping on green compound charged leather. No sink, much, much less flattening, no water, For me this is a big deal as I'm likely to always have a very sharp chisel and don't have to fuss with the water stones. Using the oil stones and strop, it's two minutes from dull to sharp (mirror finish on bevel and chisel face)."
"I read the reviews carefully and decided that the people who have actually bought, own and use these chisels were saying some very positive things. You'll note that the Veritas set is significantly more expensive, but price really wasn't the deciding factor. You can scan a plethora of the other reviews and read many comments about the sealer that has to be removed (yes, it's a pain) from the blades. That the overall quality isn't up to Lie-Nielsen's standards and that the beveled edges are too thick for chopping some dovetails. the handles of all socket chisels will come loose (yeah...they're supposed to) especially with changes in humidity. Ironically, my Stanley Sweet Heart chisel handles are seated just fine and I didn't even resort to using the hairspray or shavings tricks to keep them on. Just the shank or store them in a drawer or tool roll like the excellent leather one that comes with this set. I would say that if you plan to cut many hundreds of dovetails, the Lie-Nielsen's would offer much better edge bevels and a tougher steel. Whatever the case, I think there are no reasons that these chisels will not outlive me and still be usable for decades to come, long after I've finished with them."
"I was so excited when these came out."
"Once on, they are pretty fixed on."
"Once you get the blades clean, they will need a good flattening, sharpening and honing. And - I'm just sayin' - the Lie-Nielsen chisel handles fit perfectly."