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Bill Houghton, wintry rain again, Sebastopol, CA

>If your husband likes things neatly stored away when not in use, the box or the tool roll would be a nice touch; but not everyone uses that approach. Ultimately, if he sticks with it, he'll probably move toward other tool storage (a box, wall cabinet, or something similar).

The disadvantage of a box or a roll is that you have to get it out every time, and then there it is, taking up space; and neither actually improves the chisels themselves, except to the degree the storage keeps them from getting dinged.

One suggestion: Lee Valley sells tool rolls much cheaper than the price you mentioned. You might get the tools "raw," with a certificate for a Lee Valley tool roll if he'd like it.

I'd suggest that you encourage him to visit this forum after the holidays, but it'll mean his desire for tools grows continuously; but he'll be able to get some help with his new hobby. Making things for our children is deeply satisfying; teaching our children how to make things, and to know that they can, is even more so.


Lee Valley's tool rolls

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s.mackay@worldnet.att.net

>Good stuff !

And just think . . . tools are cheaper than drugs (most), run'n the bars AND you'll know where he is ! Embrace the horror ! Mine finaly did.

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Ernie Miller

>O would get him just the chisels and a little wood so he can make his own box for them. or use the wood to make somthing for you or your son. E-mail me after the hollidays I have several books of toy plans and can point him to the best ones.

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Bob R.

>I personally don't care for boxes like these. They are typically cheaply made and you pay way more than it is worth. Plus, they basically take up space and are not very useful. I store my chisels in a custom tool rack hanging on the wall over my workbench, BUT, I wish I had a tool roll for taking the chisels with me when I take classes. Therefore, I vote for a tool roll, but it doesn't need to be the one mentioned. Lots of woodworking suppliers have them. I have a woodcraft roll for my carving chisels and I like it. I will probably get one for my bench chisels eventually but just for travel so I won't spend a lot. Plus, I've heard that the salts they use for tanning the leather rolls can cause rust. I vote for canvas.

Get the box

Pam Niedermayer - Austin, TX

>I bought the 6 chisel 2 Cherries in a box, but just because they came that way, the German vendor didn't offer anything else. However, I've found it very handy, put it on a shelf under my bench and grab the chisels from the open box still on the shelf. It's not a cheap box, very good quality. And since they're encased in the box, they simply don't get rusty, ever. Plus, this is a present, probably a good time to splurge a bit.

On the leather tool roll, leather holds too much moisture, they will most likely rust in the roll.

Pam

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Jack Guzman from Maine

>I have the box and it really works for me.I keep it on a shelf under my bench and just flip up the lid when I start chiselling.When not in use the box is out of the way and keeps the steel from rusting up in my damp shop.

Whatever you decide,ENCOURAGE this hobby.It is very gratifying and you will receive benefits as well.---Jack

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GolfSteve in Calgary

>Hi Clara. Personally I would get the tool roll, but as others have said it depends on where your husband plans to store his chisels.

It's best to get exactly what you husband wants, but from what I understand the Hirsch chisels are identical to Two Cherries. Lee Valley tools (in Winnipeg and elsewhere) also sells them by mail order. Price is $105 for a set of six (plus shipping): http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.aspx?c=2&p=46403&cat=1,41504

ps, the above link to Lee Valley does not mean I don't recommend European Hand Tools. They have a fine reputation. I recommended Lee Valley because it may be possible for you to drive in and pick them up at a Lee Valley store if the shipping does not work out.

BTW, are you near Stony Mountain? Just a wild guess based on your name and e-mail address. I've got a lot of relatives in Manitoba and as soon as I saw your e-mail address it piqued my interest.

Good luck,

Steve

Thank-you, Thank-you!

Clara

>Thank-you, Thank-you!

Thanks for the quick responses from so many of you! I have ordered the Two Cherries set with the wood box from the lady at European Hand Tools. Sounds like I called just in time to get them mailed with the orders going out in the mail today and the tracking number will be e-mailed to me later today. As Jack and Pam suggested the box and Pam mentioned the Two Cherries box is good quality, I decided to go that route. He still needs to get his workbench set up, so that is probably the most practical at the moment.

I am so happy - it feels so good to know that they are on their way and I am sure Chuck will be pleased to find them under our tree on Christmas morning. Chuck will be so surprised to hear how I got advice from this forum! I will make sure he reads this thread after Christmas - he'll see for himself the kindness from all of you.

Thanks for your help! Merry Christmas to all of you!

Thank-you, thank-you!

Clara

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Clara

>You had me worried for a minute there, Golf Steve! I double checked the Hirsch at Lee Valley and the price is $125 in Canadian dollars without a box. The Two Cherries are slightly cheaper at $124.50. When I bought the set in the box, I was not charged any PST as I was buying outside the province. ( I am in the Toronto area - my husband has never mentioned any relatives in Winnipeg). Also, Chuck had mentioned that there are loads more sizes available in the Two Cherries ones, and he does have a birthday coming up in March!

Thanks for your help!

Agree 100%, and for same reasons

Wiley Horne

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One other thing

Dan Donaldson

>If he doesn't already have something, he will need a way to sharpen them. There are a lot of ways to do that, from sandpaper on glass to water and oil stones. Most chisels do not come really sharp when you buy them. If he is new to sharpening, he can post here and he will get plenty of advice, from materials to methods.

Welcome to Woodcentral.

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GolfSteve in Calgary

>Shoot, got my $CDN and $US mixed up on their web-site.

Regards,

Steven

Jumping in a little late Clara...

Scott Burr in windy/rainy Ben Lomond, CA

>I'm sure He's gonna love 'em. I would.... Please point him here for any pionters on using them, sharpening them, etc. You do this right and you'll having him make all kinds of good things for you both!

It's great to see people like you caring and loving enough to risk jumping on a forum and asking questions. Well Done! I hope to hear from you both reguarding your IMHO excelent choice of a present.

YOU GO GIRL!

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Ermie Miller

>Carla what is you favorite hobby? We will russel up the right athority to se to it you get the perfect present next year. I'm betting one of us or our suginficant others enjoy the same hobby as you and after all what goes around comes around.

Gee Clara,

Todd O. Cronkhite Maine Native, Presently Away

>Where was you when I was single? ;~)

As was mentioned sharpening is a major issue with edged tools such chisels. This issue unto itself is a whole can o' worms, so be prepared for it. Scary sharp (using sandpapers) is a very good technique, and like everything else has it's pro and cons.

Another great benefit of of him taking up woodworking is that you'll never scratch your head over what to get for gift giving occasions. Just don't get him hooked into lathes.

Ever heard of Lie-Nielsen Tool Works, or Lee Valley? Soon, they be household names, and consumer of many Loonies.

We look forward to hearing from Chuck.

Todd O.