need advise for choosing new paring chisel

[Jonathan McCullough]

I've been using some incannel and offset patternmaker's paring gouges lately for convex curves on saw handles. From my use, the additional length gives you a better degree of finesse, same as with a paring chisel. But the offset (dogleg, crank neck) handle does a couple of things IMHO. First of all, I'm usually using a paring chisel or gouge bevel-side down. With a regular paring chisel, slicing bevel side down, the handle is hiked up in the air, which can sometimes make for an uncomfortable angle and less control. With a crank-necked paring chisel, the paring action takes place in-line with the bevel. Kinda easier to show than to write about it.

For sliding dovetails, there are a couple of special purpose planes, the Stanley 444 at a mere $1000, or there's an Ulmia type out there. I think Lee Valley sells it. You could also use a special-purpose stair saw with a batten as a combination fence and depth guide to create the angled sides.

[John Coloccia]

I think the case stated, "sliding dovetails," qualifies, assuming they're long. I wouldn't recommend buying a set of any chisels, nor would I use cranked/goose necks as primary paring chisels either.

Pam

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I missed the "sliding" part as well. Goodness! I make those with a router. LOL.

[Mike Patrick]

I Have A BlueSpruce 1/2" and waiting for the 1" I ordered, WELL worth the money. They are beautiful tools and a joy to use, Buy once cry once.

[Chris Fournier]

I have the Sorbeys and have had no problems with them unless I get too radical with the bevel angle - my fault not theirs! I may just have some good "uns.

I also have crank neck chisels and would totally agree with George - using them is alot like pushing a rope. They do look pretty in my drawer though -and that's usually where they stay.

[James Phillips]

I have a couple of these and really like them

http://www.toolsforworkingwood.com/M...gory_Code=TBPC