Some tools sort of end up with a permanent place in a workshop because they get woven into how we work, create, and solve issues over time. A chisel is kind of one of those; it’s there for shaping wood, refining little details, or making tidy joints, and a good chisel often feels like an extension of the craftsperson’s hands. But still, even the best chisel runs into an unavoidable reality: every cut gradually takes something from the edge. Over time, that wear shifts how the
