Narex Tools - 813207 Paring chisel blade is made from highly alloyed Cr-Mn steel and heat treated up to 59 HRc. Ergonomic handle is made of hornbeam wood and is equipped with brass ferrule. Paring chisels are used primarily for carefully shaving off thin amounts of wood when fitting joints. The long length gives maximum control. These tools are always pushed by hand, they are never malleted.