Hardened and tempered one piece steel blade, used for chamfering, dovetailing and making clean cuts in tight corners. With 'splitproof' handles which are designed to absorb hammer blows and hard demanding woodwork. The IRWIN Marples M373 splitproof bevel edge wood chisels are ideal for heavy-duty use and have split proof handles. They are made from best in category steel for improved sharpness and edge retention. The Blade, bolster and tang are forged from one-piece of steel with edges bevelled to enable easier working in tight corners and they are fitted with two-tone splitproof plastic handles which will withstand heavy usage. The handle is also contoured to provide added control. 1 X M373 Splitproof Bevel Edge Wood Chisel 13mm (1/2in).