BASIC WOODTURNING
USING A SKEW CHISEL
Two skew chisels 12, 25mm are all that are
required for general use although other sizes
are available (refer to Draper Catalogue).
This chisel is used mostly for making finished
cuts, to cut vees and beads and square
shoulders. When correctly used, it will
produce the best finish that can be obtained
with a chisel. It should not be used for
scraping as this will quickly dull it.
For finish cutting, the skew should be held
with the cutting edge considerably in
advance of the handle and should be bevel
against the work. Good practice is to place
the skew well over the workpiece and pull it
back until the edge begins to cut; then swing
the handle into position to advance the cut.
Both the toe and the heel of the skew can be
used for making light cuts; but do not
penetrate the wood too deeply without
cutting clearances as you may burn the tip of
the tool. Refer to
Figs.38, 39, 40, 41 & 42
.
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Fig.38.
Fig.39.
Fig.40.
Fig.42.
Fig.41.
PULL BACK
SWING TOOL
PATH OF CUT
DIRECTION OF CUT
USING TOE
USING HEEL
NO SUPPORT
EDGE DOES NOT CUT
