Big 19317 Chisel
- Chisel
- Cast Iron
- 1.79 pounds
A cast iron chisel carrying a below average rating history for its category, worth extra scrutiny before you decide to order one.
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How it ranks among the 175 chisels we track
3.8★ across 146 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
146 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 175 chisels we track - how the scorecard works · full chisels data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Big 19317 is a chisel with a cast iron build weighing about 0.81 kilograms, or roughly 1.8 pounds. It holds a 3.8 star average across 146 ratings, with no monthly purchase volume reported.
Cast iron is a harder but more brittle metal than the forged steel or ductile iron typically used in striking chisels, which changes how the tool tolerates repeated mallet blows over time. The listing does not specify blade width or bevel angle, so matching this to a joinery task means confirming those measurements separately. Its 3.8 star rating sits lower than comparable chisels in this catalog.
- Cast iron construction
- 0.81 kg item weight
- 3.8 stars, 146 ratings
- Big branded chisel
Who it's for
Buyers who specifically want a cast iron bodied chisel and accept that cast iron chips more readily under heavy strikes than forged steel or ductile iron. Less suited to anyone planning frequent hard mallet work who wants a stronger rating history.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Lighter cast iron body at 0.81 kg
- 3.8 star average is below comparable chisels
- Cast iron more prone to chipping than forged steel
- Blade width not listed
Performance notes
Cast iron holds an edge but is more prone to chipping or cracking under repeated impact than the ductile iron or forged steel used in many chisel bodies. At 0.81 kilograms it is a lighter tool than some ductile iron alternatives. The 3.8 star average across 146 ratings is lower than comparable chisels, though the listing gives no detail on what drove that rating.
Specifications
| Brand | Big |
|---|---|
| Model | 19317 |
| Material | Cast Iron |
| Item Weight | 1.79 pounds |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in chisels.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big 19317 ChiselThis product | 3.8 / 5 | 146 | 3.2 / 5 |
| Intelitopia MDS00A ChiselIntelitopia | 4.6 / 5 | 6,980 | 4.5 / 5 |
| HURRICANE HK-BBPR-ZWV0 ChiselHURRICANE | 4.7 / 5 | 6,700 | 4.6 / 5 |
| KEENBEST GREEN ChiselKEENBEST | 4.7 / 5 | 4,391 | 4.5 / 5 |
| SHARPAL 162N ChiselSHARPAL | 4.7 / 5 | 6,903 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Big 19317
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What material is the Big 19317 chisel made from?
Cast iron, per the listed specification.
How much does the Big 19317 weigh?
About 0.81 kilograms, or roughly 1.8 pounds.
What is the Big 19317's rating?
3.8 stars across 146 ratings.