Ingco Wood Chisel 6mm HWC0806

Our review

This is a 6mm wood chisel from Ingco, listed as model HWC0806 and measuring 6 by 140mm. The blade is described as CRV, which is a chrome-vanadium steel, a common choice for edge tools that need to hold up to repeated paring and light mallet work. At 6mm, the cutting edge is narrow, so it is best suited to fine tasks: cleaning out mortises, trimming joints, paring end grain, or reaching into tight corners where a wider chisel will not fit. It comes packed individually in a double blister, which is worth knowing if you plan to store it in a tool roll or want the packaging intact for a gift. Before buying, check the handle type and whether you prefer a wooden or plastic grip, since that affects comfort and how you use a mallet. Also compare the blade width against the sizes you already own, and look at whether the chisel arrives sharpened or needs honing first. A 6mm chisel is a useful addition to a set, but it will not replace a 12mm or 25mm for general work. If you already own larger sizes, this fills a gap; if you are starting out, consider whether a set gives better value. Available on Sokonia.