Customer Reviews

Chisel Rasp Set, 3 Pc

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Looking at this product, I wonder how it ever made it to the market. It is full of design elements that make it very accident-prone:
-When a rasp is used, many people would hold the rasp by grasping the handle with one hand, and the tip of it with the other. With this tool, you have a sharp blade at the point where you would usually grip the rasp. Sure, it comes with a plastic cap, but it will become lost sooner or later. Cut-up fingers are very likely.
-The functionality of the chisel is compromised by the presence of the rasp. A chisel has a large, flat surface going all the way from the edge to the handle: this allows the user to chisel deep, flat areas. On this tool, the flat is quickly ended by the rasp's teeth, only about a centimeter from the tip, effectively eliminating the chisel's ability to create deep, flat surfaces. Even if that's not the user's aim, it is still likely that the rasp will accidentally mess up a surface when one is trying to chisel it.
Overall, a horribly concieved idea. Not only does it have inhibited functionality, it is also unsafe. I strongly recommend getting dedicated tools for each function.

I recently discovered the Cooper WoodChuck. It had a nice 'heft' for a small rasp, looked tough and capable, and I liked the integrated chisel tip. I purchased the 1/2" to try on a decoy I am making. Although smaller and shorter than a normal rasp, it is extremely rugged -- the end of the handle is capped with a metal striking surface for use with a mallet when used as a chisel. The rasp is less aggressive than other rasps, but for more delicate wood removal when modeling or carving, it is ideal. The WoodChuck is an innovative design, very well made and reasonably priced -- I was so impressed I purchased the entire set! I highly recommend the WoodChuck.