I know I saw a thread here a couple of weeks ago, but I've searched and browsed and can't find it. This is really a three-part question...
First, how do you determine the proper size for a M&T? The only suggestion I've seen was that it should be about 1/3 of the thickness of the wood. Is that all there is to it?
Second, I need a new set of mortise chisels, or at least a good 1/2" chisel set. What few reviews I can find on them leaves me questioning the quality of ALL of them. Doesn't sound like there's much difference between the $12 and the $60 chisels that can't be fixed with some sharpening and polishing. I would do that anyway, but don't want to get low-quality steel. I was set on the LV economy set, but they aren't carrying them anymore. Is there a product in the middle that may need some touch-up out of the box, but that will give me good service life without breaking the bank?