FastCap LLC
FastCap LLC Pocket Chisel 1 in 8-3/4 in
A folding pocket chisel with a 1-inch steel blade hardened to 56 to 58 HRC, Teflon-coated finish, and nylon handle that clips together for compact storage
- TypeChisels
- MaterialHAWA
- Weight0.48
- Folds and locks open for compact storage
- Clips together with colour coding for quick selection
- Teflon coating reduces friction and resists corrosion
- Blade hardened to 56 to 58 HRC holds a sharp edge
- Nylon handle with striking cap omitted keeps weight at .48 lb
Pocket Chisel for Woodworking
The FastCap Pocket Chisel is a folding hand tool with a one inch blade and an overall length of eight and three quarter inches. It is built for woodworkers and tradespeople who need a compact chisel that stores safely in a pocket or tool bag. The nylon handle locks open for use and folds away when the job is done.
Folding Lock Mechanism Limits
The chisel folds and locks open with a simple mechanism that keeps the blade secure during light to moderate paring and trimming. Because the joint is not a fixed tang, heavy mallet strikes or levering can stress the lock and cause the blade to close unexpectedly. Users should treat it as a detail tool rather than a heavy framing chisel.
Blade Capacity and Edge Retention
The steel blade carries a Teflon coating and a tip hardness of 56 to 58 HRC, giving it enough wear resistance for clean cuts in softwoods and hardwoods during fitting work. The one inch width handles hinge mortises, lock faceplates and similar joinery tasks, but the short blade length and folding design limit depth of cut and make it unsuitable for deep mortising or heavy stock removal.
Highlights
- Folds and locks open for compact storage
- Clips together with colour coding for quick selection
- Teflon coating reduces friction and resists corrosion
- Blade hardened to 56 to 58 HRC holds a sharp edge
- Nylon handle with striking cap omitted keeps weight at .48 lb
Specifications
| Brand | Fast Cap |
|---|---|
| Type | Chisels |
| Material | HAWA |
| Weight | 0.48 |
Questions about this item
How do I choose between the pocket chisel and a full-size bench chisel?
The pocket chisel folds to 8-3/4 in overall length, has a 1 in blade width, and weighs 0.48 lb, making it compact for tight spaces, while a bench chisel stays rigid and longer for heavy paring.
What does the 56 to 58 HRC blade tip hardness mean when I am actually using the chisel?
That Rockwell range indicates a hard edge that holds sharpness well in wood, yet is tough enough to resist chipping when struck or levered in normal joinery work.
Does the folding lock mechanism affect the chisel's rigidity compared with a fixed blade?
The chisel simply folds and locks open, creating a solid blade-to-handle connection that transmits striking force without flex, so rigidity in use matches a one-piece tool.
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