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Rob Cosman's IBC Bench Chisel - 1/16 inch

Original price $135.00 - Original price $135.00
Original price
$135.00
$135.00 - $135.00
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Determined to design a better bench chisel, IBC and I teamed up and developed what I consider to be the best woodworking bench chisel on the market today.  These chisels meet all five criteria of a great bench chisel: comfortable, high quality steel, bevel on the side with a small flat, flat back, and the ability to change handles.

Working with our machinist we developed a grinding jig that precisely grinds out the 1/16th inch (1.5mm) size while maintaining the relief angle and the all important flat area on the edge (guaranteed to be within 0.005” of 1/16 inch).

These chisels take a lot of time and effort to produce, so if we are out of stock just keep checking back for when we get our next batch.

Product Details:

  • Size:  Bench chisel handle length: approximately 3.9 inches. Bench chisel total length: approximately 9 inches. Bench chisel blade length, including the tang is approximately 6 inches. Blade width: 1/16 inch. 
  • Handle: Cherry handle is turned precisely on a lathe so it fits nicely to the ferrule and the end cap and have a butter smooth surface.  Shaped for a comfortable grip in the hand, they are finished with three coats of oil.

  • Steel:  Made from AISI High Vanadium A2 tool which holds an edge beautifuy.  Fully stress relieved, triple tempered, cryogenically treated and hardened to 60-62 HRC.  Primary bevel is ground to 25°. 

  • Flat Back.  Each chisel is tested on a granite reference surface to ensure the back is flat to within .0005 of an inch.

  • Design: The blade tang extends through a hardened steel ferrule and into a threaded hardened steel core that is inserted through the center of the wood handle and is securely attached to an aluminum striking cap.  This design allows you to easily replace the standard cherry handle with your own custom turned wood handle. 

  • Made in Canada

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    Chris Stathakis
    Precision in the Palm of Your Hand

    If you’re looking for surgical precision in a chisel, look no further than Rob Cosman’s 1/16” IBC Bench Chisel. This little tool is an absolute gem for fine joinery and detailed work where even the smallest cut matters. Whether you’re cleaning out narrow dovetails or crafting ultra-tight inlays, the control and sharpness of this chisel make it a go-to in my woodworking arsenal.

    The build quality is everything you’d expect from the Cosman-IBC collaboration – premium steel, a beautifully balanced handle, and an edge that holds sharp far longer than most competitors. Even with such a narrow blade, there’s no flex or chatter, which speaks volumes about the craftsmanship behind it.

    It’s clear this chisel isn’t just a novelty size – it’s a serious, functional tool for woodworkers who care about precision. I didn’t think I’d use a 1/16” chisel that often, but now I reach for it more than I thought possible. Highly recommended!