MS500 Wood Chisel Bevel Edge

MS500 Wood Chisel Bevel Edge

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Description

MS500 Wood Chisel Bevel Edge: Precise Control for Clean Woodworking

The MS500 Wood Chisel Bevel Edge is built for accurate trimming, fitting, and joinery where a crisp edge matters. Its bevel-edge profile helps you reach into corners and tight joints, making it a practical choice for both workshop use and jobsite carpentry.

Type: Bevel Edge Chisel
Use: Joinery & Trimming
Best for: Clean Corners

What is a bevel edge wood chisel?

A bevel edge chisel is a woodworking chisel with angled sides that taper toward the cutting edge. This shape makes it easier to work in narrow areas—like dovetails and mortises—without the chisel’s sides rubbing or bruising the joint.

Quick definition: A bevel edge means the sides of the blade are chamfered, improving access into tight joinery and corners while maintaining a strong cutting edge.

What is the MS500 Wood Chisel Bevel Edge used for?

The MS500 is commonly used for controlled paring, cleaning out corners, and fitting components where small adjustments improve the final result. For best performance, pair the chisel with a properly sharpened edge and the right technique for your wood type.

Common applications

  • Joinery fitting: dovetails, dados, mortises, and tenons
  • Trimming & cleanup: removing glue squeeze-out, refining shoulders and edges
  • Hinge recessing: clean, flat mortises for door hinges
  • Finish prep: shaving proud joints and leveling small high spots

AI-snippet takeaway: The MS500 bevel edge chisel is ideal for joinery and detail cleanup because the tapered sides reach tight corners and the edge pares cleanly for accurate fitting.

How do you choose the right chisel size?

Choose a size that matches the width of the cut you want to make and the space you need to access. In general, smaller chisels offer precision in tight joints, while larger chisels remove more material and help flatten wider areas.

Size guide (practical selection)

  • 1/2": detail cleanup, small recesses, general-purpose trimming
  • 3/4": hinge mortises, medium joinery, fitting shoulders
  • 1": wider paring, flattening small surfaces, general bench work
  • 1-1/4" to 1-1/2": broad paring, leveling, and faster stock removal (with control)

Product image and identification

The MS500 Wood Chisel Bevel Edge features a sturdy blade and an ergonomic handle designed for comfortable control during precise work. For better SEO and accessibility, use a descriptive alt text and include a close-up image of the bevel edge if available.

Tip: Add an image showing the blade bevel profile—buyers often compare bevel edge geometry when choosing chisels.

MS500 product codes, sizes, and packing

Use the table below to match the right product code and size (inch) to your inventory or purchase order. This is especially helpful for distributors and hardware stores stocking multiple widths.

Product Code Model Size(inch) Packing
10501702 MS500 1/2 4/48
10501706 MS500 3/4 4/48
10501708 MS500 1 4/48
10503669 MS500 1.1/4 4/48
10503670 MS500 1.1/2 2/24

How to use a bevel edge chisel safely and effectively

A sharp chisel is safer and more accurate than a dull one because it requires less force and gives you better control. For clean results, focus on controlled cuts, stable workholding, and consistent sharpening.

Best-practice steps

  1. Secure the workpiece: Clamp or vise the wood to prevent slipping.
  2. Mark your cut: Use a knife line for crisp boundaries, especially in joinery.
  3. Start light: Take small paring cuts and increase gradually for control.
  4. Mind the grain: Cut with the grain when possible to prevent tear-out.
  5. Maintain sharpness: Hone regularly; strop for quick edge refresh between tasks.

Pro tip: If you’re fitting a joint, stop early and test-fit often. Small corrections beat one heavy cut.

FAQ: MS500 Wood Chisel Bevel Edge

Fast answers to common questions from buyers, woodworkers, and tool retailers.

“Bevel edge” means the sides of the blade are angled (tapered), so the chisel fits into tight corners and joinery without the sides binding or damaging the work.

For many users, 1/2" and 3/4" cover a wide range of joinery and trimming tasks. Add 1" or wider sizes when you need broader paring and flattening.

Many bevel edge chisels can be used for light mallet work depending on handle design and task. For heavier chopping, confirm the intended use and choose proper technique to avoid handle damage.

Hone the edge with fine stones, keep the back flat, and refresh with a strop when needed. Regular light honing maintains performance better than waiting until the edge becomes dull.

It indicates the packaging quantity breakdown for distribution (for example, inner packs and total units per carton). Use the table above to match the exact packing for each size when ordering.

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