Outlet Lee Valley Sorby Registered Mortise Chisels

Originally developed for barge builders on the Thames River, these chisels are still popular for rugged use.

The blades (4 1/2″ to 7″ long) are rectangular in cross section and taper 1/16″ from the shoulder to the bevel. The heavy hardwood handles (6 1/2″ long) have steel hoops top and bottom and a thick leather shock washer next to the bolster.