Woodworking Chisel Angles

woodworking chisel angles

For general work chisels the 25 degrees should work well. if you can afford to have multiple chisels, each set sharpened to a different angle (20 degrees for paring, 30 for heavy work, 25 for in-between), you can use the right tool for the job. if you have only a single set the default 25 degrees bevel should typically be used.. For a paring chisel the bevel can be as low as 20