I was happy to find this 1/4" Swan mortise chisel full length for $10. Until I used it in white oak. I admit to doing a little prying but I wasn't expecting this. Has this chisel survived because the previous owner knew something was wrong with it, or am I too much of a man?
Second question, is it repairable?
I wish the second picture were clearer, but the last 1 1/4" has a nice hook. If a straight edge were laid on the back, there would be a 1/4" in gap.