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Built for professional bricklayers and serious DIY enthusiasts, it combines strength, durability and precise control in a single forged piece.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial and construction\u003c\/b\u003e: A single, fully forged piece of carbon steel hardened and tempered for maximum strength and long-lasting durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEdge design\u003c\/b\u003e: Cutting edge wider than the blade with a centre groove to remove debris rapidly and keep cutting efficiency high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHead design\u003c\/b\u003e: Domed head minimises splintering from repeated hammer blows, protecting masonry and the tool alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e: Blade width 16mm; overall chisel length 265mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e: Made in Sheffield, Britain, a recognised centre for toolmaking excellence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen you're dissecting mortar joints, this chisel delivers cleaner cuts and faster removal, making repointing or brick restoration projects more efficient. The grooved center channels debris away, preventing clogging and edge dulling, while the hardened steel construction stands up to extended use on tough cement and mortar. Its 265mm length offers substantial reach with good leverage for between-brick work. Ideal for professional sites and serious home projects alike, this Footprint chisel supports reliable performance over many uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Footprint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49035885347063,"sku":"1860","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/8620\/5372\/files\/FOO1860.jpg?v=1775236309"},{"product_id":"footprint-590-cold-chisel","title":"Footprint 590 Cold Chisel","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Footprint 590 Cold Chisel is a Sheffield-made masonry tool designed for professional masons, bricklayers, and serious DIYers who work with stone, brickwork, mortar and cement. Built for durability and precision, it delivers reliable cutting edges and long service life on demanding jobs.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize range and forging method\u003c\/b\u003e: Up to 12 x 1” chisels are Drop Hammer forged from head to blade; 16 x 1” and above chisels have forged blades only, prioritising strength where you need it most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial\u003c\/b\u003e: Crafted from high-quality carbon steel to withstand frequent striking and heavy use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardening and edges\u003c\/b\u003e: Hardened cutting edges stay sharp longer, reducing the number of passes required on tough materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDomed striking heads\u003c\/b\u003e: Domed heads help delay splintering and mushrooming, improving durability and control (excluding the 18 x ¾” and 36 x 1” sizes).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptional hand guard\u003c\/b\u003e: An optional hand guard slides up and off for convenient, adjustable protection as you work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptional EVA hand guard\u003c\/b\u003e: High-quality EVA hand guard provides comfortable, effective protection from glanced blows on site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade in\u003c\/b\u003e: Proudly made in Sheffield, Britain, reflecting traditional craftsmanship and reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication\u003c\/b\u003e: Specifically designed for stone, brick work, mortar and cement tasks, offering dependable performance across masonry projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nWith the Footprint 590 Cold Chisel, you gain durable cutting edges that hold up under repeated strikes, reducing downtime from dull chisels. The carbon steel construction paired with hardened edges delivers reliable performance across masonry tasks, while domed heads minimise mushrooming and splintering for safer, longer-lasting use. The optional hand guards— including a high-quality EVA version—provide practical protection on busy sites. Made in Sheffield, this chisel brings a heritage of craftsmanship you can trust for shaping stone, clearing mortar joints, and freeing bricks without unnecessary wear.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Footprint","offers":[{"title":"6” x ½” (150 x 12mm)","offer_id":55586873213307,"sku":"590612","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"7” x ⅝” (175 x 16mm)","offer_id":55745043104123,"sku":"590758","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8” x ¾” (200 x 19mm)","offer_id":55745043136891,"sku":"590834","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9” x ⅞” (230 x 22mm)","offer_id":55745043169659,"sku":"590978","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10” x ¾” (250 x 19mm)","offer_id":55745043202427,"sku":"5901034","price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10” x 1” (250 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745043235195,"sku":"590101","price":11.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12” x 1” (300 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745043267963,"sku":"590121","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16” x 1” (400 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745043300731,"sku":"590361","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18” x ¾” (450 x 19mm)","offer_id":55745043333499,"sku":"5901834","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18” x 1” (457 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745043366267,"sku":"590181","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"24” x 1” (600 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745043399035,"sku":"590361","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"36” x 1” (900 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745043431803,"sku":"590361","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/8620\/5372\/files\/cold-chisel-1.jpg?v=1775236307"},{"product_id":"footprint-cold-chisel-with-hand-guard","title":"Footprint 591 Cold Chisel with Hand Guard","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Footprint 591 Cold Chisel with Hand Guard is a robust masonry chisel designed for professionals and serious DIYers working with stone, brickwork, mortar, and cement. Made in Sheffield, Britain, it blends traditional craftsmanship with high-grade carbon steel for dependable, long-lasting performance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eForging method by size\u003c\/b\u003e: All chisels up to and including 12 x 1\" are Drop Hammer forged from head to blade for a solid, balanced drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eForged blade option for larger sizes\u003c\/b\u003e: 16 x 1\" and above are forged blades only, delivering a precise edge for heavier striking tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial and durability\u003c\/b\u003e: Constructed from high-quality carbon steel with hardened cutting edges to extend tool life and reduce sharpening frequency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDomed striking heads\u003c\/b\u003e: Domed heads (excluding 18 x ¾\" and 36 x 1\") help delay splintering and mushrooming, preserving edge integrity over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptional EVA hand guard\u003c\/b\u003e: High-quality EVA guard protects the hand from glanced blows and is designed to stay in place during use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade in Britain\u003c\/b\u003e: Proudly produced in Sheffield, reflecting a heritage of skilled metalworking and reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal applications\u003c\/b\u003e: Specifically suited for masonry work—stone, brick, mortar and cement—providing controlled, precise chiselling on site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nThis Footprint 591 delivers consistent performance across masonry tasks, helping you achieve clean, controlled cuts with less effort on extended jobs. The combination of drop-hammer forging for smaller sizes and forged blades for larger sizes offers reliable edge retention, while hardened carbon steel keeps re-sharpening downtime to a minimum. Domed heads minimise early edge damage, and the optional EVA hand guard adds on-site protection for repeated blows. Whether you’re shaping damp brick joints, trimming stone, or removing mortar, this chisel supports accurate work with safer operation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Footprint","offers":[{"title":"8” x ¾” (200 x 19mm)","offer_id":55586890350971,"sku":"591834 - GUARD","price":13.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9” x ⅞” (230 x 22mm)","offer_id":55745030127995,"sku":"591978 - GUARD","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10” x ¾” (250 x 19mm)","offer_id":55745030160763,"sku":"5911034 - GUARD","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10” x 1” (250 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745030193531,"sku":"591101 - GUARD","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12” x 1” (300 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745030226299,"sku":"591121 - GUARD","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16” x 1 (400 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745030259067,"sku":"591161 - GUARD","price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18” x ¾” (450 x 19mm)","offer_id":55745030291835,"sku":"5911834 - GUARD","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18” x 1” (450 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745030324603,"sku":"591181 - GUARD","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"24” x 1” (600 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745030357371,"sku":"591241 - GUARD","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"36” x 1” (900 x 25mm)","offer_id":55745030390139,"sku":"591361 - GUARD","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/8620\/5372\/files\/FOO591101.jpg?v=1775236478"},{"product_id":"footprint-1861-grooved-plugging-chisel-with-guard","title":"Footprint 1861 Grooved Plugging Chisel With Guard","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nMeet the Footprint 1861 Grooved Plugging Chisel – a purpose-built tool for brick and block work, designed to remove mortar and cement with precision. Crafted for professional bricklayers and serious DIY enthusiasts, it combines durability with efficient debris clearance for faster, cleaner joints.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlade and groove design\u003c\/b\u003e: Cutting edge wider than the blade with a centre groove to rapidly clear debris as you work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial and construction\u003c\/b\u003e: Made from a single fully forged carbon steel, hardened and tempered for strength and longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHead design\u003c\/b\u003e: Domed head reduces splintering during repeated hammer strikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize\u003c\/b\u003e: Blade width 16mm; chisel length 265mm for a balanced reach and control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e: Made in Sheffield, Britain, reflecting traditional British tooling craftsmanship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrip and safety\u003c\/b\u003e: Supplied with a British-made high-visibility protective plastic moulded grip for secure handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nDesigned to remove mortar and cement from between brick and block joints without damaging surrounding masonry, this chisel delivers steady performance across renovation and new-build projects. 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