PM-V11 chisel handle question

[Matt Radtke]

This is in no way shape or form a complain, purely a question.

The flats on the new Veritas chisel handles: are they supposed to be in the same plane as face (or back) of the chisel? The handle seems turned about 10 degrees. It seems comfortable as is, but I haven't tested it (still at work).

[Chris Griggs]

Mine sure don't appear to be rotated. Do you have a whole set that is rotated or just one? Either way, call LV and ask. I'm pretty sure the flat are supposed to be in line with the front/back or the chisel itself though.

[Derek Cohen]

This is in no way shape or form a complain, purely a question.

The flats on the new Veritas chisel handles: are they supposed to be in the same plane as face (or back) of the chisel? The handle seems turned about 10 degrees. It seems comfortable as is, but I haven't tested it (still at work).

Hi Matt

Is the flat of your handle actually off the line of the blade, or does it just feel that way when you hold the chisel?

Regards from Sydney

Derek

[Matt Radtke]

Is the flat of your handle actually off the line of the blade, or does it just feel that way when you hold the chisel?

No, it is a visual thing. I'll try to photograph it, but I think it'll be tough.

If anything, I'd call this a "bug that gives enhanced functionality," as with the flats off-set as they are, I find it comfortable, but I figured LV isn't in the business of making "handed" chisels.

[Ryan Baker]

I had to go run down to my shop and look at mine again. I never really paid any attention to it. Mine are all aligned with the blade ... at least to within a degree or so. Certainly that is the way they are intended to be. Sounds like you are happy with yours the way they are, but i'm sure they could be adjusted a bit if someone wanted. I tend to hold mine by the blade more than the handle anyway, as with any socket chisel (obviously for chopping, not paring).

[Derek Cohen]

The amount of flat on the chisel handle is so slight (a minimal amount compared to the prototype) that it is really only for orientation and not for support. As a result, it makes little difference whether it is in line with the handle or not.

In any event, it you have any concern, contact Lee Valley. Their return policy is unsurpassed.

Regards from Sydney

Derek

[Rob Lee]

Hi Matt -

That sounds like you have mistakenly been sent one of our top secret "special edition" chisels....

Shoot me an email with your customer number or address, and I'll get it fixed up.... rlee@leevalley.com .

Cheers -

Rob

This is in no way shape or form a complain, purely a question.

The flats on the new Veritas chisel handles: are they supposed to be in the same plane as face (or back) of the chisel? The handle seems turned about 10 degrees. It seems comfortable as is, but I haven't tested it (still at work).

[Chuck Nickerson]

Stamps printed upside down are highlt valued by collectors. I'm just sayin' ...

[Rob Lee]

Stamps printed upside down are highlt valued by collectors. I'm just sayin' ...

Yeah.... but that's after they go out of production....

I did ask our guys to put aside handles with weird grain/markings.... I'd like to put together some "character" sets for people who like variation in handles (I do!)....

Cheers -

Rob

[allen long]

Man, I wish your guys had put aside one of my dovretail saw handles. If you ever have an ugly handle contwest, please let me know!

[Jim Matthews]

Yeah.... but that's after they go out of production....

I did ask our guys to put aside handles with weird grain/markings.... I'd like to put together some "character" sets for people who like variation in handles (I do!)....

Cheers -

Rob

When you're get around to sending out free samples, I need to replace my 1" bevel edge chisel.
My wife used it to open a paint can...

(go habs go)