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   has anyone here tried the Diefenbacher paring chisels? they are made in america, the company has a good selections of tools , the only thing I am questioning is the chisels seem to be about 1/2 price as all the other brands at other sites!  thanks Jody

Jody-
This is all off-topic since I can't answer your question...sorry! That said....

I can't comment on the Diefenbachers, but I'd consider them 'mid-range' as far as price. If you are looking for good-quality, cheaper chisels you might want to consider the LeeValley house brand chisels.LeeValley Bevel Edge Chisels
They're about half the price of the Diefenbachers.
If you want really comfortable paring chisels at a higher price, my favourites are the LMII chisels- you only need a couple to cover most of your basic needs.

LMI Chisels

Cheers
John

Jody...I purchased 3 Diefenbacher chisels a year ago but they are the very small 1 - 4mm sizes. Their small chisels are very unique. I considered purchasing the paring chisels from them but purchased Sorby paring chisels based on excellent reviews. So far I am very happy with the decision.

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Brad
Avon, OH

  I have heard footprints are good ones too, most good paring chisels are about $40-$50 . I will check out the sorby's  thanks Jody

I have a 1/2 Dieffenbacher paring chisel and like it all right. It's my only long paring chisel however. While the handle is comfortable and all it's kind of ugly, IMO. My chisels from LMI hold an edge better for sure, but I can get the Diefenbacher nice and sharp, it just dulls a little quicker. Not bad really, I just wish it had a nicer handle.

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Jim Watts
http://jameswattsguitars.com

I agree with John Abercrombie..
I have the complete LMI set plus the gouge - its $400 for all of them now though(seems like they went up)
You prolly wouldnt need all of them for starting out...... as ToddStcok said.
I was lucky to find them at the first swap meet for $250, and Im sure glad I did as they are the first chisels I reach for now - when it comes to a job that requires chisels..... Id like to know about Diefenbacher chisels if you should happen to purchase them, please write up a review...
Cheers
Charlie

http://www.flexcut.com/products/cart.php?target=category& ;category_id=115

As working braces is carving, why not use a carving chisel designed for this type of work?

I just used my small 2"plane 1/2 " blade in a vice grip, sideways, to chisel out some kerf wood from my sides. Can't do that with any of these, no matter how expensive!  

 

 

Oppps, anyway, these have fishtails, so they really get into tight corners. Flexcut is probably the way to go.

   carving chisels?   what  novel idea!  LOL thanks