Stanley 5-12-020 Block Plane with Pouch
- Item Weight: 1.98 pounds
- Color: Multi
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Unit Count: 1
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A straightforward iron chisel from a long-established tool brand, best treated as a single general-purpose blade rather than a precision furniture chisel.
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ASIN: B000X29E4IModel: 5.12-020Category: Chisels
Overview
The Stanley 5.12-020 is an iron chisel weighing about 2 pounds (0.9 kg), sold as a single tool rather than a set. It suits general carpentry and joinery work where a solid, weighted chisel is useful for chopping cuts.
Stanley's tool catalog spans decades of chisels for trade and hobby use, and the 5.12-020 continues that line with an iron build rather than the tempered chrome-vanadium steel found on premium bench chisels. The listing does not specify blade width, bevel angle, or handle material, so buyers should confirm those details in the product images before ordering a specific width for a job.
- Iron chisel construction
- About 2 lb (0.9 kg) total weight
- Single chisel, not a set
- Stanley brand tool
Who it's for
Carpenters and DIYers who want a basic, weighted iron chisel for general chopping and paring work. Not aimed at fine furniture makers who need a labeled blade width or a matched set of sizes.
Pros and cons
- Solid iron build adds weight for chopping cuts
- Sold as a single ready-to-use chisel
- Blade width and bevel angle not listed
- Iron edges need more frequent sharpening
Performance notes
At roughly 2 pounds, the chisel carries enough mass in hand to help drive chopping cuts without a mallet in softer stock, though the listing gives no bevel angle or steel hardness to judge edge retention. Iron construction typically needs more frequent sharpening than tempered steel blades, so expect to maintain the edge regularly.
Specifications
| Brand | STANLEY |
|---|---|
| Model | 5.12-020 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.98 poundshigher than 68% of 108 chisels |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 7.9 × 2.4 × 5.5 inches |
| Cutting Width | 1.6 inches |
| Cutting Depth | 1.6 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Multi |
| Base Material | Iron |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Pouch, Blade |
| Other details | |
| Style Name | Adjustable,Work |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Stanley 5.12-020 chisel made of?
Its listed material is iron, with a total weight of about 0.9 kilograms (2 pounds).
Does the Stanley 5.12-020 come as a set?
The listing does not include a piece count, and the specs describe a single chisel rather than a multi-piece set.
What blade width does the 5.12-020 have?
Blade width is not given in the available specs, so check the product listing images before ordering.