Marples MS500 series soft-touch bevel edge chisels have a metal striking cap which allows use with a hammer, prolongs the life of the handle and prevents mushrooming. The soft-touch handles are oil and water resistant to prevent slippage and to giveimproved comfort even during prolonged use. Made from special tool steel which ensures a much sharper cutting edge for quicker and easier operation. A special hardening process gives the blade a longer lasting edge meaning less time spentre-sharpening.