Opinions on Robert Sorby Sheaf River Butt Chisels

[Russ Ellis]

Does anyone have experience with or opinions about the Robert Sorby #570 Sheaf River Butt Chisels? I came across these on the Hartville Tool website and cannot seem to find much more information on them.

[allen long]

I have a set and am very pleased with them. Some people say that newer Robert Sorby's don't keep their edge. At least for these, I would have to disagree. I find these are superb for close-up paring

[Russ Ellis]

Thanks for the feedback Allen. The appeal of the Robert Sorby butt chisels is the side bevel being ground down to 2mm or so and the tapered bolster.

Another option I am considering are the MHG butt chisels with the side bevel that is ground down to 1mm or so. Unfortunately, I have not yet found a U.S. retailer for these and would have to order from a retailer in Germany.

[Andy Nichols]

Amazon sells RS butt chisels from Hartville tool the 5 pc set is around $150

Andy