Woodworking Tools: Chisels and Drills

Chisels

• Types of Chisels:
  • Firmer chisels: used for heavy-duty work, have a thicker blade
  • Bevel-edged chisels: used for finer work, have a beveled edge for more precise control
  • Paring chisels: used for removing small amounts of wood, have a thin, flat blade
• Parts of a Chisel:
  • Blade: the cutting edge of the chisel
  • Tang: the part of the chisel that is struck with a mallet
  • Handle: the part of the chisel held by the user
• Uses for Chisels:
  • Removing small amounts of wood
  • Creating joints (e.g. mortise and tenon)
  • Paralleling and squaring wood

Drills

• Types of Drills:
  • Hand drill: a manual drill powered by turning a handle
  • Cordless drill: a battery-powered drill
  • Bench drill press: a stationary drill mounted on a stand
• Drill Bits:
  • Twist drill bits: general-purpose bits with a twisted shaft
  • Brad point bits: used for drilling precise holes, have a sharp point
  • Countersink bits: used for drilling countersinks, have a cone-shaped point
• Uses for Drills:
  • Drilling holes for screws, nails, or other fasteners
  • Creating pilot holes for larger drill bits
  • Countersinking holes for screw heads

Learn about the different types of chisels and drills, their parts, and their uses in woodworking. From firmer chisels to cordless drills, understand the various tools used in woodworking. Test your knowledge with this quiz!