Robert Sorby 842XLH Deep Flute Bowl Gouge 1/2 Inch
- Item Weight: 1.34 pounds
- Material: Brass
- Batteries Required: No
- Batteries Included: No
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A 15 inch, 1.34 pound brass chisel, the kind of material choice usually made for non-sparking work around flammable gas or dust rather than for its cutting durability.
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ASIN: B001HMVCPWModel: 842XLHCategory: Chisels
Overview
The Robert 842XLH-1/2 is a chisel built from brass rather than the tool steel used in most striking chisels. At 15 inches long and 1.34 pounds, it is sized as a full-length hand chisel rather than a compact detail tool.
Brass is a material commonly chosen for chisels used around flammable gas, dust or vapor, since it will not throw sparks the way steel tools can. That likely explains the choice here rather than any advantage for general cutting durability.
- Brass construction, not standard tool steel
- 15 x 2.5 x 0.75 inch body
- 1.34 pound weight
- Model number 842XLH-1/2
Who it's for
Workers who need a non-sparking hand tool for hazardous or flammable environments, rather than general woodworking where a steel chisel would hold an edge better. It suits settings such as oil and gas or grain handling work where sparking steel tools raise ignition risk.
Pros and cons
- Brass build allows non-sparking use in hazardous areas
- Full 15 inch length for reach and leverage
- Brass wears faster than steel under repeated use
Performance notes
Brass will not hold an edge as long as hardened steel, so this tool trades cutting durability for spark resistance. Its 15 inch length gives reach and leverage typical of a full-size striking chisel.
Specifications
| Brand | Robert |
|---|---|
| Model | 842XLH |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.34 poundshigher than 50% of 108 chisels |
| Product Dimensions | 15 × 2.5 × 0.7 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Brass |
| Included components | |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Part Number | 842XLH-13 |
| Item Model Number | 842XLH-1/2 |
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Frequently asked questions
Why would a chisel be made from brass instead of steel?
Brass is a material commonly chosen for chisels used around flammable gas, dust or vapor, since it does not throw sparks the way steel tools can.
How big is the Robert 842XLH-1/2?
It measures 15 x 2.5 x 0.75 inches and weighs 1.34 pounds.
Will it hold a cutting edge as well as a steel chisel?
No, brass is softer than hardened steel and will wear faster under repeated striking or cutting use.