[Woodcarver] Double beveled chisels..as recommended by Chris Pye

[dick carter]

In Chris Pye's "Woodcarvers Glossary" he says,

"bevel"
The wedge-like of metal between the cutting edge and the heel. There may be 
bevel on outside or the inside.
Outer bevels should be kept as flat as possible for most use; and stropped 
to a polish, so sliding more easily through the wood. A correct cutting 
angle is important.
Inner bevels are never found on gouges bought straight from the 
manufacturer, leading the inexperienced to think is the norm. However an 
inside bevel of even 5° has enormous benefits - particularly when a gouge is 
used 'upside down'.


Dick Carter
>From the Manadnock area of NH
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