The best chisels on the market come in a wide range. They are equipped with a rod with an oblong base, which can be presented in round, 6-sided, oval, square, rectangular shapes. One of the edges of the tool is sharpened on each side. This will be the work area. But the other part is needed in order to strike. This is the back plate. The tool is used for locksmith or blacksmithing purposes, in the repair of premises for various purposes.
We decided to collect the best options in the rating to facilitate the choice of the buyer. Just keep in mind that the article is not advertising, we do not impose goods on anyone to purchase. The rating has been compiled for informational purposes only.
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TOP hand chisels
This category includes inexpensive tools that are useful for repairs or workshops. The cutting head will cut through hard backed materials if you hit the nickel area with a hammer. It is designed for strong blows, and therefore the master does not need to save energy.
The tool does not need an electrical connection. Working with it is possible in different spatial positions. With such a device, you can cut a metal sheet, cut out a workpiece, and also remove welding drops from the surface, in fact, as well as grind a channel. A hand chisel will help to gouge bricks out of the wall area. However, not everything is so smooth. Manual work tires the master, and therefore it is unlikely that it will be possible to count on its long performance.
FIT 46722
The chisel is manufactured by a company from Canada. But the production base is located in the PRC. Due to this decision, the Canadians decided to reduce the final cost of the instrument.
It is produced in the form of a hexagon. Made of tool-type steel, the strength characteristics are at the highest level. It is convenient that the handle is made on the basis of a thick rubber pad. Due to this, vibration is excluded. There is a "mushroom" for protection, which allows you to stop the fact of hitting the hammer on the hand area.
Such a tool is suitable for cutting channels under the wiring area. The cutting edge is 22 mm and the chisel length is 250 mm. These indicators are sufficient to work with the tool in a confined space.
Experts appreciated this chisel with dignity, saying that it is an affordable option that is suitable for dismantling brickwork or for cutting channels in a concrete structure. This option is appropriate for home repairs.
The advantages include affordability. In this rating, this is the lowest cost. The tool weighs 450 grams, which is convenient for working on a vertical surface or in the ceiling area.
But not everything is so smooth. The pad of protection is very soft, it does not hold the impact well. Able to protect against fracture, although in the event of a hammer hit, the master will experience severe pain. The grip does not correspond to the ergonomic indicators, and even when using a chisel on metal, it quickly becomes blunt, and therefore it is better to use it exclusively for processing concrete.
Stanley FatMax 4-18-332 25х305 mm
The American brand offers good products, and they are quite in demand on the market in our country. It should be noted that the main production base is not in the United States, but in China. But the quality is top notch. The manufacturer monitors that the brand standards meet modern requirements.
The tool has been tested by Russian craftsmen. In the Russian Federation, you can buy it in a specialized store. When buying, do not hesitate to ask for a quality certificate. In order not to fall for a fake, make a purchase in a dealer network.
Application is possible in the workshop for locksmith purposes. It is convenient for him to cut or remove scales due to the fact that the cutting edge is 25 mm. After analyzing the reviews on the Web, we concluded that this is the best model for cutting steel, both carbon and alloy. Also suitable for aluminum, cast iron, brass. The chisel will be able to cope with the weld type seam. Can be used for dismantling purposes to remove bolts, nuts and rivets. Due to the wide lining in the area of the penny, the master's hand will be protected from hammer blows.
The advantages of this tool also include clean cut, no chipping, and high-quality coating. Users note that the grip meets the ergonomic criteria. The tool will be useful for cutting steel and will last a long time.
But among the shortcomings it is worth noting that the penny splashes during prolonged use. And working with a chisel is inconvenient. It weighs 0.8 kg, and therefore the hand gets tired. Even if we take the price into consideration, the American brand has significantly raised the price, because competitors with similar characteristics are cheaper.
TOP chisels for rotary hammers
This category of products provides for insertion into a hammer drill chuck. With its help, it will be possible to make large holes in the masonry, disassemble partitions, remove the old layer of finishing material. But please note that this option is not used for working with metal.
MATRIX 70311 (40x400 mm)
The manufacturer is a German company. The base is located in Europe. The chisel is equipped with a 14 mm shank. In this case, the blade width is 40 mm. Customers are pleased with this option, saying they like the sharpness of the cutting edge. Chisel efficiency indicators are at the highest level. This was achieved through the use of alloyed steel, as well as its subsequent hardening.
Experts note that this is the best option if you need to remove the outer layer of the finishing material. The advantages include weight. The chisel weighs 460 grams. It will not rust, and it will not lose shape over the years. Suitable for use with medium and small rock drills. And it is also important to note that the Germans have again proven that quality comes first for them.
But the downside is that under excessive load in the case of loading into the material, the chisel can bend.
SDS MAX MATRIX 70343 18x25x600 mm
Another German company, but its production base is located in the PRC. A chisel with a cutting edge width of 25 mm is made. These are optimal indicators for removing the outer layer or immersion in the material. The chisel is 600 mm long and is designed for use in impact mode when there is no rotation. The rig consists of a 6-edge 18 mm, which has a splashed end in the form of a blade.
Suitable for use with large hammer drills. According to experts, this is a good option, which is appropriate for laying pipes or punching ventilation ducts in the walls of premises. In this case, the section will be 500 mm, i.e. "Stalinists".
Users are happy with their choice, saying that the tool is durable, able to last a long time, and will not need to be sharpened regularly. The advantages include a wide blade, as well as the absence of the need to sharpen the tool more than 2 times in 1 month.
But it was not without its drawbacks. The tool is able to make the hammer drill heavier, because its weight is 1.18 kg. Suitable only for large devices.
