How To Refinish A Chisel and Handle | Chop With Chris

[@13thworker45]

I call you a true craftsman. You show that you don’t have to spend a fortune on tools to do quality work. I appreciate the fact that you are restoring tools of the past and using them. Thank You

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks so much! It’s a labor of love!

[@jkoyad]

I still re-watch this video in preparation for making more chisel handles. THANKS!

[@Christombcharcot]

Getting a rusty piece of metal and turn it into a very nice and beautiful chisel. It's magic !

[@Donegaldan]

All done with a draw knife and spokeshave. Great craftsmanship. Respect.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks!

[@keithprine8981]

I really enjoyed watching you work with mainly hand tools. Not everyone has a wood lathe and you showed a very effective way to get stunning results.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thank you very much!

[@colinaskey9777]

Hi,its always nice to see someone who work's with solely with traditional tools when working with wood,power tools are brilliant if youre in a hurry to make something,but to use only old traditional tools give lot's of pleasure,there is nothing to compare to working with wood,glad to see the heart of doing it the old way is still alive and kicking,well done

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks so much. So much satisfaction!

[@ChopWithChris]

Glad it was helpful for you. I have many other instructional video for making bowls, benches, and tables. I hope they are helpful to you. Chris

[@1977TCBElvis]

Wonderfull that old skills are not totally forgotten! Love to watch this! Thanks from GER

[@ChopWithChris]

Danke!

[@iamrocketray]

WOW! an American who doesn't own a huge joiners shop with thousands of GBP/$ of machinery, Respect to you Chris.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks!

[@davidmarzolino7159]

I have an entire bucket full of old tools that need my attention, and your video has inspired me. Tomorrow I solemnly vow to complete the restoration of at least one of those tools. THANKS !

[@ChopWithChris]

+David marzolino Excellent! There is amazing beauty under the rust.

[@patricknolan445]

I know this was quite some time ago and the video quality wasn't the best back then but it's hard to believe this only got 2k likes, this is craftsmanship to be appreciated. Great work and beautiful finish.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks so much!

[@ChopWithChris]

I should also use oil lamps as well and I would start them with a flint. Chris

[@bbrachman]

Yours is probably the best video I have seen for making a handle using only hand tools. Amazing. These look great. I have some old files that I wanted to put handles on. This is a great place to start. Thanks Chris.

[@ChopWithChris]

+Bruce Brachman Thanks so much! Good luck.

[@barryjordan8406]

Can hardly wait for the day I find a chisel like that at a yard sale or flea market. Oh well, I've made a few good finds last week, and I'm always looking. Great work Chris.

[@ChopWithChris]

Barry Jordan I sent you a message.

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

That was indeed enjoyable! Three bucks on a chisel that was likely going to the dump if it didn't sell and now it is a useful tool again! That thing could be around a hundred years from now thanks to your attention and efforts! Very enjoyable indeed.

[@ChopWithChris]

+InformationIsTheEdge a Thanks very much!

[@ChopWithChris]

I checked out the video and will start looking for some spoon bits. Thanks. Chris

[@zubrismusic]

Thanks for sharing your talents. I just got used chisel in the mail and look forward to restoring it and making a handle!

[@ChopWithChris]

Awesome! Good luck.

[@thesaltycracker7102]

I'm inspired to refurbish some old chisels I have in my shop. Great job. Thanks.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks and good luck!

[@uncledavesfrontier6846]

Looks good Chris. You did a good job on that handle.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks!

[@artrobert0875]

Loved the video. I have recently gotten into woodworking, i started with oower tools and kind of drifted into only enjoying hand tools. Been going to flea markets and antique stores too. Keep it up man

[@ChopWithChris]

Enjoy the adventure. I do have 3 videos on tool collecting you may find helpful.

[@Hornerart]

Thanks for sharing. This was very helpful, I thought I had to go out buy all kinds of special wood sculpting tools.

[@SasduPlessis]

Love it! Thanks so much. Your "way" really inspires!

[@ChopWithChris]

+Sas du Plessis You are most welcome.

[@ChopWithChris]

I'm glad you apprecitate my videos. I sure enjoy making them. Its a great stress relief and keeps me in shape. I hope you can see all my videos and the best one yet will be posted in a few weeks. Chris

[@ThatFellazZz]

old calipers are awesome...Never seen those before!

[@ChopWithChris]

All croon bought

[@ChopWithChris]

I meant to say auction bought.

[@ChopWithChris]

+Rion Rich Got Em at an auction

[@Vickwick58]

In addition to the grinder you're also using a power video camera. You should be recording it Flintstone style, by chipping out each video frame into a rock.

[@slomkaadas9603]

Thx man, cheers from Poland 🇵🇱 🍻

[@ChopWithChris]

Dziękuję Ci!

[@milanradak269]

An old gunsmithing book I read suggested covering the end of the handle with epoxy to cushion the hammer blows and make the handle last longer. I haven't tried it yet, but it sounds reasonable. Thanks for the video

[@ChopWithChris]

I like the idea

[@philipchandler330]

Thanks so much I've always wanted to learn how to do handles

[@ChopWithChris]

It’s very rewarding!

[@markforrestsm]

Awesome restoration Chris. Respect!

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks!

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks. I enjoyed the project very much. Chris

[@christophercollins2330]

Great work from start to finish. You made it look easy, most people would've had the guessing sticks out instead of using eye sight.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks!

[@domeniclarosa6156]

Wow man that came out beautiful!

[@ChopWithChris]

+Domenic Larosa I'm very happy with it.

[@MrZayne8]

Nice tutorial. I will reference this vid when I go to rehandle the old beat up chisels I will be restoring and putting to work soon.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks

[@patriciamoran9663]

The handle came out really nice! Good job!

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks.

[@beckytruesdell1952]

Just saw the cutting board video. Really liked the looks of it.

[@ChopWithChris]

+Becky Truesdell It's about time!

[@beckytruesdell1952]

:)

[@DustyKorpse]

nice work mate, handle looks great!

[@ChopWithChris]

+Dusty Korpse Thanks

[@z4zuse]

YT recommendation algorithm at work. Young Chris :)

[@ChopWithChris]

👍🏻

[@catherinecrafts]

Thank you for this video. As with all your videos it was very informative. If possible could you make a video on the basics of using the hand tools. I am setting up my workshop as one of my arms is damaged I need to relearn alot of skills. O know my knowledge of using various axes, adez and handsaws is shakey to say the least. Woodwork is going to be both rehab and relaxation for me. Whilst I won't be able to avoid some power tools it is my aim to minimise them. Thank you again. Catherine, UK

[@imortaldeadead]

Well that answers how to make a new handle with out a lathe, thank for the video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Would you do it any different now then you did back then?

[@nicholasvaneyk4565]

Chris I picked up a chisel today with your video in mind as a great tutorial. What kind of epoxy did you use to secure the chisel to the handle?

[@ChopWithChris]

So long ago - I don't remember - just about anything will work

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Good job !

[@ChopWithChris]

Ya got me on that one! Chris

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

I must really like your methods because I've watched this video a few times now. I particularly like how round you are able to get the handles without a lathe. You say patience, I say skill. I could spend a week on just a handle and I doubt it would ever be that round. The finished chisel looks fantastic! Heirloom quality look. If I could thumb up again, I totally would!

[@ChopWithChris]

+InformationIsTheEdge Thanks for the compliments! It was a great day I did that.

[@jameslucas6589]

InformationIsTheEdge I make mine with a Barlow pocket knife and sand paper. Great for new screwdriver handles too. I often buy old Stanley screwdrivers and reshape the handle to an oval egg shape which really gives super grip in your hand. I hate Philip screwdrivers as they wear out. A blade type can always be restored.

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

+James Lucas I have a few older wooden handle screwdrivers but I think they were factory made that way. Props to you for being able to carve handles with a pocket knife! I might be able to do it but it would look like crap. Its why I got a lathe.

[@ronvymathews1225]

Wow !! U r an excellent carpenter ! Nice work .. the handle looks great and you didn't even use a lathe machine to make the handle .. now that was really impressive to me .. I also noticed that your chisel is very sharp .. like a razor blade wow !!.. I think, Someday u must make a video on all your workshop tools .. I like watching your videos because u always use hand tools and that's a skill in you that I admire ..

[@ChopWithChris]

+Ronvy Mathews Well thank you very much. I will have to make a workshop tour.

[@ChopWithChris]

On Friday I will be releasing a new video describing the tools I use to build the rocking chair. I hope you like it. Chris

[@RicardoSantAnna620]

Thank you for the video.Great learning.

[@RobertoDonatti]

This video was really helpful. Thank you.

[@ChopWithChris]

+RobertoDonatti You are most welcome

[@ChopWithChris]

@Arachnalicious I have not heard of them. I will look them up. Thanks. Chris

[@johnwayne2103]

Nicely done!

[@ChopWithChris]

👍🏻

[@juanguerrero5626]

Tremendo formon, te quedo como de fabrica. felicidades

[@ChopWithChris]

Gracias!

[@MrLeonard55]

Nice job.

[@Kikilang60]

When I was younger, I could pick up all most any used tool, cheap. In this area, we are hit by the antique buyers coming out of New York city. It's now cheaper to buy new.

[@ChopWithChris]

Bummer!

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks

[@ChopWithChris]

It sure is!

[@ednolan9509]

Lovely job lad.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks!

[@robertbrunston5406]

Looks good! Thanks.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks

[@muffinmuffin4739]

looks great

[@godu1111]

Very nice !!

[@ChopWithChris]

godu1111 Thanks

[@ChopWithChris]

I will

[@krowraven7]

NICE JOB !

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks.

[@raytbrown2]

Nice job!

[@ChopWithChris]

+Ray Brown Thanks

[@bruceg1845]

Great job. Recently I put a handle on an old Eskeltuna inch and a half, not near a good as yours though

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks. It’s great to bring something useful back to life.

[@tfj81]

realy nice and inspiring!

[@ChopWithChris]

+Tom Basel Thanks

[@johndoe1765]

CHOP WITH CHRIS I DID THE SAME WITH A CHISEL A RASP COPPING SAW SANDPAPER AND OAK WOOD BUT, AT THE TIME I DID NOT HAVE A DRAWKNIFE I LIKE WORK A VIDEO THANK MAN.

[@ChopWithChris]

+John Doe Glad you liked it. Thsnks

[@chachidrf]

Thanks Chris

[@CoffGrid]

like your style

[@ChopWithChris]

+dutchwoodworking Thanks

[@marekwiech8256]

MIAŁEM CIOTKĘ W CANADZIE BABKI SIOSTRĘ W TORONTO - POZDRAWIAM.

[@tionolotv]

Muy bueno ,me ha servido mucho , gracias.

[@ChopWithChris]

Gracias y buena suerte.

[@carmenlumayog5755]

Here in our country Philippines, most of wood carpenters specialist we are using this type of chisels and the kinds of handled is like this in your illustration. I am a wood carpenters specialist for more than 30 years, the same chisels I used, but only for the quenching methods and techniques we have a different cause we were using the old fashioned and tradition of quenching methods through fire soap and water. This could be done by a good blacksmith who's expertise by quenching methods and technique of bevels edge and sharp of chisels it will prolong when you use it at work and the results is more tested.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thank you for the information!

[@fordguyfordguy]

nice job

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks!

[@ChopWithChris]

Thats a good question. I generally try to find american or Japanese made chisels. They have the best steel. Also, older chisels have better steel than newer ones except for expensive high end chisels. Chris

[@karlblacke8916]

Chop With Chris. What ????

[@lancemumford3106]

Looks great! Have you ever tried a piece of steel pipe instead of the copper? So it would match the blade steel. Just a thought.

[@ChopWithChris]

+Lance Mumford That's a great idea!

[@ChopWithChris]

What kind of chisels are you looking for? I have a lot of chisels that need refinishing you could start on if you wanted me to send them to you.

[@RaouldeVries]

you're awesome. please make more videos

[@matthewrinehart2367]

From the arched back of the blade I'd say it was a boatbuilder's slick. It should have a longer handle. They're used more like a plane and rarely struck.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks!

[@anthonymorales842]

Although Ive done it one could temper the socket i.e. make the lip of the socket very hard and temper the middle of the ferrule. I've tempered several and it works very well

[@ChopWithChris]

+anthony morales Good idea

[@John-qh9qq]

Nice handle style ,do you have a rule of thumb you go with for your size of handle to size of chisel

[@HansZarkovPhD]

Picked up some good tips. What part of the country do you live? I live in SC and there are NO auctions, or flea markets around here that ever have old tools like this. Additionally, finding any wood other that Lowes Oak, Poplar, and pine is nearly impossible other than expensive mail order.

[@ChopWithChris]

+Scott's Wood Bummer. I've moved all over the east coast and Midwest. Lots of wood and tools.

[@HansZarkovPhD]

Chop With Chris I've been getting older tools from ebay on occasion and refurbishing them, but it is a crap shoot. It's better to hold it on your hand rather than looking at a picture. I'll be an oak and poplar expert in a few years :)

[@ChopWithChris]

+Scott's Wood 👍🏻

[@SeaWolfEntertainment]

eBay has amazing selection of tools

[@Arachnalicious]

@6:18 that's some beautiful grain! By the way, are you a user of LumberJocks? They do all the sorts of things you're doing... a guy from there generously gave me his chisels to clean up, unfortunately they came with handles so it'd be a bit unnecessary making new wood ones for them.

[@ChopWithChris]

Post some of your pics or video of your work to KZbin so I can check it out. Chris

[@ChopWithChris]

Its a pain to fix draw knife handles. I normally squeeze glue into voids between the metal and wood to solidify it. Otherwise you need to replace it. Chris

[@willwyatt7023]

New, that chisel would cost a lot, IF you could find one that big. And you got it for three bucks. Great work.

[@ChopWithChris]

That was a very lucky find!

[@totobill22]

Bravo, beau travail :)

[@ChopWithChris]

👍🏻

[@yugandali]

Very nice! At about 6:03 it looks like you've wrapped sandpaper on a spoon. Is that so?

[@GreenArrows0705]

whoa, whOA, WHOA! What's this? Blasphemy! No power tools? What's with the grinder? Ha ha ha ;) Just ribbin' ya! Good job on the tool refurb. Brett

[@kerryfoster1]

Great video! I have restored a number of chisels now and it's very satisfying. I only buy them with good handles but I have made handles for files I bought in much the same way using chisel and block plane. Good to see them restored and useful.

[@ChopWithChris]

Thanks!

[@ludvigtande1236]

Well done. Have you made a foot operated lathe? They are cool.

[@ChopWithChris]

+ludvig tande Of course! Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3icg2OnbrZ9h8U

[@Hornerart]

@QueticoChris Thanks for you reply I'm interested in gouges that can be used to make sculptures. I'm learning a lot looking at your videos. I am starting out so some basic tools or even some suggestions of which to get would be helpful. Thanks

[@alexandrecosta8024]

very work

[@ChopWithChris]

+Alexandre Costa Thanks

[@romandybala]

Socket handled chisels are definitely designed for being struck with hammers. That is the sole purpose of the socket, to contain the grain of the wood from splitting.

[@ChopWithChris]

+Roman Dybala Thanks

[@puma421]

I do not have a lathe and always wondered........thanks

[@ChopWithChris]

👍🏻

[@foodvet]

How are you preventing the chisel itself from rusting? Do you spray it with a clear Rustoleum?

[@ChopWithChris]

+Lawrence Ames After I remove the rust then I coat with paste wax.

[@chachidrf]

I have an old draw knife with a bad wooden handle. Any tips on replacing draw knife handles?

[@ChopWithChris]

سلام لك ولعائلتك.

[@Matimila59]

Top job Chris

[@ChopWithChris]

+Jonny Pearce Thank you.

[@jameslucas6589]

I have made great handles requiring no Farrell for a binding stop at the top of the chisel by using Dogwood or elm. Even after using for years, there is no flare out of the end by striking. A rounded end is far more ergonomically correct as it transfers the thrust far better. Check out your claw hammer. That is why they are never a squared edge. Regarding epoxy ! Never use epoxy to fasten the socket. A proper wedged handle requires none. It will never fall out pull out or bounce out. However, it will very easily come out by tapping it lightly on the side by tapping it on the bench or other surface. Refer to Morse tapers. They are all that it used in machinery such as lathes and mills. They come in different sizes and hold extremely well. A drift pin is common to remove them.

[@ChopWithChris]

+James Lucas Thanks for the tips

[@RainbowConure]

How do you know if the quality of the metal in the chisel is good when you buy it?

[@ArthurLucky44]

and what kind of oil do you use? I for example for such purposes using linseed oil.

[@ChopWithChris]

Tung Oil Finish.

[@terrysaunders8948]

nice job I have some old chisel thet need handles I no how do do it now....hi from maine

[@ChopWithChris]

Welcome. Those Nor’easters must really stink.

[@jdswalker8615]

What is that metal welding thing called ps really good

[@John-qh9qq]

I guess the length of the chisel itself would play a good part in deciding the diameter

[@ChopWithChris]

+John Base it on tang and what's comfortable for you