Chisel for wood Irwin MS500 with plastic handle and striking cap 35 mm

Irwin MS500 chisel for wood with a 35 mm hardened blade, plastic handle and integrated striking cap. Designed for controlled cutting, paring and cleaning of joints in carpentry and joinery, this compact chisel combines a robust blade geometry with a handle that accepts hammer strikes for heavier work. The 35 mm cutting width provides a balance between precision and material removal for tasks such as trimming, shaping and smoothing wood surfaces and edges.

Advantages

The chisel features a durable hardened steel blade ground for a consistent cutting edge and easy re-sharpening. The plastic handle is moulded for a comfortable grip and includes a metal striking cap that allows impact force to be applied safely and accurately. Its compact size and 35 mm blade width make it versatile for both fine paring and moderate removal work, while the construction reduces blade wobble during controlled cuts.

Suitable for

• Trimming and paring end grain and face grain in carpentry and joinery
• Cleaning out and fitting mortises, tenons and joints
• Shaping, smoothing and removing excess material from wood components
• General woodworking tasks that require occasional hammer strikes on the chisel

Key specifications

• Blade width: 35 mm
• Blade material: hardened steel designed for cutting and re-sharpening
• Handle: impact-resistant plastic with anti-slip profile
• Striking cap: integrated metal cap for hammer use
• Overall type: bench and hands-on woodworking chisel for paring and chopping

How to use

Select the Irwin MS500 chisel when you need precise paring or controlled material removal. Secure the workpiece and position the chisel bevel side up for fine shaving or bevel side down for heavier chopping cuts. Use the handle for hand-applied force and, when greater impact is required, strike the metal cap with a suitable mallet or hammer. Keep the blade sharp and maintain correct bevel angles to ensure clean cuts and safe operation.

Usage recommendations

Use protective eyewear and secure the workpiece before chiselling. Regularly hone and strop the blade to maintain cutting performance. Avoid using metal hammers on the striking cap; prefer a wooden or rawhide mallet for most woodworking impacts to extend tool life. Store the chisel in a dry place and protect the cutting edge with a sheath or roll to prevent damage.