Sorby or Pfeil?

Which brand of chisel do you like better and why? I like the way Sorby
chisels are made & look. I like the long blades and the way the handles
are constructed and shaped. Pfeil looks kind of chintzy. They have
shorter blades and simpler handles. Is there any advantage in having a
shorter blade? I haven't bought any carving chisels yet. I've been
using carpenters chisels and a rotary tool.

I'm having the same dilemma- which brand and style of chisels to purchase.
I agree with you on the Pfeils. Haven't seen the Sorbys yet, but so far the
Henry Taylors have my vote. They just felt right in my hands. Hopefully
someone will offer some insight! --dave

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Which brand of chisel do you like better and why? I like the way Sorby
chisels are made & look. I like the long blades and the way the handles
are constructed and shaped. Pfeil looks kind of chintzy. They have
shorter blades and simpler handles. Is there any advantage in having a
shorter blade? I haven't bought any carving chisels yet. I've been
using carpenters chisels and a rotary tool.

Which brand of chisel do you like better and why?

i like stubai and flexcut, with flexcut being on top for today at least. easy
to handle and simple to sharpen.
bob

I have used Pfeil, Flexcut, and Warrne gouges and think the Pfeil's are the
best.

bernie feinerman

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Hi there...nice to see some life in the group. I have been using FlexCut,
very comfortable...Kerry

I have Pfeil, H. Taylor, and Stubai and like all of them equally.
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Which brand of chisel do you like better and why? I like the way Sorby
chisels are made & look. I like the long blades and the way the handles
are constructed and shaped. Pfeil looks kind of chintzy. They have
shorter blades and simpler handles. Is there any advantage in having a
shorter blade? I haven't bought any carving chisels yet. I've been
using carpenters chisels and a rotary tool.

I like the two Pfeils I own, but the bulk of mine are Austrian "Fisch"
brand. Don't even know if they're made any more. They've hex handles and
good-sized bolsters. I suppose Stubai are the closest in appearance.

I'm a ham-handed guy, so large suits me best. For delicate work, the mallet
gives good control.

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Which brand of chisel do you like better and why? I like the way Sorby
chisels are made & look. I like the long blades and the way the handles
are constructed and shaped. Pfeil looks kind of chintzy. They have
shorter blades and simpler handles. Is there any advantage in having a
shorter blade? I haven't bought any carving chisels yet. I've been
using carpenters chisels and a rotary tool.