Stanley 16-981 Fatmax Short Blade Chisel 2 Inch

Product Description

The STANLEY 16-981 is a short blade wood chisel from the FatMax line, built for professional tradespeople who need precise control in tight spaces. The shortened blade profile reduces flex and delivers more accurate cuts when paring, mortising, or cleaning out joints. At 0.76 pounds, it is light enough for extended use without fatigue. Carpenters, finish crews, and general contractors reach for this chisel when standard-length blades are too unwieldy for close-quarter work. The compact blade geometry makes it well suited to detail work on door hardware, cabinetry, and trim installations.

This chisel is designed for residential and light commercial construction applications where hand-tool accuracy matters. It is a common choice for door hinge mortising, lock set preparation, and general woodworking tasks on job sites and in shop settings. The short blade format is particularly useful when working in recessed areas or against adjacent surfaces that limit stroke length. Finish carpenters and cabinetmakers keep this tool in rotation alongside standard-length chisels for situations that demand shorter reach and better sight lines.

Key Features

• Short blade design provides better control in confined or recessed work areas
• FatMax construction built for repeated mallet strikes and prying tasks
• Lightweight at 0.76 pounds for reduced hand fatigue during extended use
• 2-inch blade width handles a wide range of mortising and paring tasks
• Sold individually for targeted tool replacement or kit expansion

Compatibility

Designed as a standard hand chisel compatible with woodworking mallets and suitable for use in general carpentry, cabinetry, and finish work applications.

Installation Notes

This tool is used by carpenters and finish tradespeople and requires no power or wiring. Always strike the handle only with a wooden or rubber mallet rated for chisel use — metal hammers can damage the handle. Keep the blade edge sharp and properly protected when stored to maintain cutting performance and prevent injury. Follow applicable jobsite tool safety guidelines when using hand chisels near other workers.

Technical Specifications

• Blade Width: 2 inches
• Weight: 0.76 pounds
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 76174169812

Standard Information

• Brand: STANLEY
• Manufacturer Part Number: 16-981