Stanley 16-973 Fatmax Short Blade Chisel

Product Description

The STANLEY 16-973 is a short blade chisel from the FatMax line, designed for precision cutting, paring, and mortising in wood and composite materials. The shortened blade profile gives the user greater control in tight spaces and confined work areas where a standard-length chisel would be difficult to maneuver. At 0.51 pounds, the tool is lightweight enough for extended use without fatigue. This chisel is a hand tool suited for carpenters, finish tradespeople, and woodworking professionals who require accurate, controlled cuts during installation and trim work.

The STANLEY 16-973 is well suited for residential and light commercial construction and remodeling applications. Its short blade makes it a practical choice for door hinge mortising, cabinet fitting, and detail work in framing and finish carpentry. Tradespeople who work in confined areas such as inside cabinet boxes or near wall obstructions will find the reduced blade length advantageous in day-to-day tasks.

Key Features

• Short blade design provides enhanced control in confined or tight work areas
• Part of the FatMax tool line, known for durability in professional trade use
• Lightweight at 0.51 pounds, reducing hand fatigue during extended tasks
• Suitable for wood paring, mortising, and precision cutting applications
• Sold individually as a single unit

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose short blade chisel for use in carpentry and woodworking applications. No specific system or model compatibility data was provided for this product.

Installation Notes

This chisel is a hand tool used by carpenters and finish tradespeople and does not require electrical shutoff or mechanical disconnection prior to use. Always strike the handle with an appropriate mallet rather than a metal hammer to avoid handle damage. Keep the blade edge sharp and handle with care to prevent injury. Store with a blade guard when not in use.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 0.51 pounds
• UPC: 76174169737
• Sold As: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: STANLEY
• Manufacturer Part Number: 16-973