The Draper 1/2" Mortice Chisel with 19mm shank is a highly popular size for standard joinery work and general woodworking applications. This half-inch width is perfectly suited for creating mortices in door construction, larger furniture pieces, and structural timber framing where robust joints are essential. Manufactured from high carbon steel, this chisel has been hardened and tempered to provide exceptional strength and edge retention during demanding morticing operations. The blade is finely ground and polished to a superior finish, ensuring smooth passage through timber with minimal resistance. The honed cutting edge is ready for immediate use, delivering the sharp, clean cuts that quality joinery demands. The substantial 19mm shank provides excellent stability and control when working with a mallet, reducing fatigue during extended use. This 1/2" width represents one of the most frequently used sizes in traditional joinery, making it an essential tool for any serious woodworker's kit. Features and Benefits: • High carbon steel hardened and tempered, finely ground, polished with honed cutting edges Contents: • 1 x Mortice Chisel and Bit, 1/2", 19mm