The Footprint 591 Cold Chisel with Hand Guard is a robust masonry chisel designed for professionals and serious DIYers working with stone, brickwork, mortar, and cement. Made in Sheffield, Britain, it blends traditional craftsmanship with high-grade carbon steel for dependable, long-lasting performance. Forging method by size: All chisels up to and including 12 x 1" are Drop Hammer forged from head to blade for a solid, balanced drive. Forged blade option for larger sizes: 16 x 1" and above are forged blades only, delivering a precise edge for heavier striking tasks. Material and durability: Constructed from high-quality carbon steel with hardened cutting edges to extend tool life and reduce sharpening frequency. Domed striking heads: Domed heads (excluding 18 x ¾" and 36 x 1") help delay splintering and mushrooming, preserving edge integrity over time. Optional EVA hand guard: High-quality EVA guard protects the hand from glanced blows and is designed to stay in place during use. Made in Britain: Proudly produced in Sheffield, reflecting a heritage of skilled metalworking and reliability. Ideal applications: Specifically suited for masonry work—stone, brick, mortar and cement—providing controlled, precise chiselling on site. This Footprint 591 delivers consistent performance across masonry tasks, helping you achieve clean, controlled cuts with less effort on extended jobs. The combination of drop-hammer forging for smaller sizes and forged blades for larger sizes offers reliable edge retention, while hardened carbon steel keeps re-sharpening downtime to a minimum. Domed heads minimise early edge damage, and the optional EVA hand guard adds on-site protection for repeated blows. Whether you’re shaping damp brick joints, trimming stone, or removing mortar, this chisel supports accurate work with safer operation.