Ashley Iles Bevel Edge Chisel Review By: I.Ball
Category: Firmer Chisels
Manufacturer: Ashley Iles Tools
Tool Type: Bevel Edge Chisel
Model No:
This Ashley Iles Bevel Edge Chisel review covers the Bevel Edge Chisel
produced by Ashley Iles Tools, England. This chisel is
also referred to as the Ashley Iles Bevel Edge Firmer Chisel.
See also 'What Is A Firmer Chisel?'
The Ashley Iles Bevel Edge Chisel (Mark II / MK2) is a long-standing
traditional woodwork chisel with a standard length, bevel edge blade.
This type of chisel is a good all-round chisel and from what I have
observed is the most popular style of chisel amongst woodworkers/carpenters.
Ashley Iles wood chisels are made to traditional standards using traditional
techniques and craftmanship. Each chisel blade is forged, ground and
tempered in the old way that many of the classic old chisels were made.
The chisel is fitted with a colourful hardwood handle which is finished off with
a brass ferrule. These Ashley Iles chisels used to be fitted with Bubinga handles
(certainly up to the end of 2018), I understand they are now fitted with Padauk
handles which looks quite similar to Bubinga.
The Ashley Iles Bevel Edge Chisel (Mark II / MK2) is available in sizes ranging
from 1/8" (3mm) - 2" (51mm).
The length of these blades are approximately 115mm - 125mm.
The blades are sold sharp, ready to use out of the packet, some very minor sharpening
may be needed.
The blades are marked 'Ashley Iles Ltd, Made In England'.
* Important: please refer to the 'disclaimer' at the foot of this review.
* Wearing safety clothing and eye protection is usually a good idea to help protect against injury.
- This tool has sharp parts, take suitable precautions when using/handling/storing the tool to prevent injury.
The bevel edge chisel should have a very slight hollow grind on the rear face however
please bear in mind all tools are hand ground.
Ashley Iles Tools have been making tools for generations and still remains a family
run business today with Ashley Iles sons Tony and Barry running the show.
Ashley Iles Tools have been making wood carving tools since 1949, not long after
World War II, when pattern maker Ashley Iles decided to start making tools himself
and the Ashley Iles Tools began.
Until 1967 the tools were made in Sheffield, beyond this the business moved to East
Kirkby in Lincolnshire where it still remains today. For more information on the
history of Ashley Iles, there is a book called "Memories of a Sheffield Toolmaker,
Ashley Iles".
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