Chisel Tvardy flat 18 mm CrV — woodworking hand tool, hardened steel blade

Flat woodworking chisel Tvardy 18 mm with a CrV (chromium-vanadium) steel blade is a hand tool intended for chiselling, paring and shaping wood. The blade is hardened to provide a durable cutting edge and stable geometry for precise material removal. The compact 18 mm cutting width makes this chisel suitable for work on joints, trimming edges and detailed carving tasks in carpentry and furniture repair.

Advantages

The hardened CrV steel blade offers wear resistance and maintains sharpness longer than untreated carbon steels. The flat 18 mm profile delivers controlled cuts and fits common joint and trim widths, while the robust blade-to-handle junction reduces flex during levering and prising operations. The tool's simple, hand-operated design allows for accurate tactile feedback and fine adjustment when paring or fitting components.

Suitable for

• Paring and fitting tenons, mortises and rebates
• Trimming edges and cleaning glue lines on furniture components
• Detail carving and shaping in small to medium woodwork projects
• Removing waste material when fitting joints by hand

Key specifications

• Blade material: chromium-vanadium (CrV) steel, hardened
• Cutting width: 18 mm
• Blade profile: flat, bevelled edge for paring and chopping
• Intended use: hand-operated woodworking chisel for carpentry and joinery
• Typical applications: trimming, paring, chiselling, detail work

How to use

Secure the workpiece and mark the area to be removed. Hold the chisel with a firm grip on the handle and position the bevel face appropriate to the cut: bevel-up for paring and bevel-down for chopping or controlled removal. For chopping, strike the handle with a wooden or rawhide mallet; for fine paring, use hand pressure and short controlled strokes. Keep the blade aligned with the cut line and remove small amounts of material incrementally to preserve control and accuracy.

Usage recommendations

Regularly sharpen the cutting edge on appropriate stones or sharpening systems and hone the bevel to maintain performance. Store the chisel with a protective cover or in a tool roll to prevent edge damage. Use a mallet suitable for woodworking to avoid concentrated shock on the handle and blade junction. Wear eye protection when chopping and keep hands clear of the blade path.