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The point is held loosely to allow for a strong vibration through the chisel into the stone. The thumb is placed on the opposite side of the chisel away from the hammer blow. This is the chisel to use for initial removal of rock. Care should be taken to not bruise the stone to deeply with the point. |
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The rake, flat, scoop, and roundel chisels are used to shape your form. These chisels are held so they will remain level with the surface of the stone. You will get cuts which overlap without gouging. |
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