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   sharptools | Jan 28, 2003 05:45pm | #1

   Lower than what?  The local Lowe's carries a set of four (3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, I think) Marples "Blue Chips" in a blister pack (no box) for $19.99

   Kevin

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   snomaker | Jan 28, 2003 05:56pm | #2

   Kevin,

   Thanks for the lead.  I saw a set of 6 for $60 in some catalog and I thought there must be a number of sellers who offer competitively.  My only concern with Lowes (and I may be mistaken) is whether or not a supplier is selling the same quality tool as they sell through smaller distributors.  My experience with HD on certain items is that they get a lesser quality in order to sell cheaper.

   Rich

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   sharptools | Jan 28, 2003 06:00pm | #3

   The Marples chisels at Lowe's are the same ones that sell elsewhere for more money...I bought a set for everyday use, and they do a decent job.

   Kevin

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   BertJ | Jan 28, 2003 06:35pm | #4

   Ditto on the Lowe's -- mine are 1/4, 3/8, 1/2 and 3/4. Just be aware that they will need honing, but once that is complete they work great. By the way, does anyone know if Marples sells a 1/8 chisel?

   Bert

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   bsutton12 | Jan 28, 2003 08:15pm | #5

   Woodcraft should have the 1/8 in. chisel

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   AlanTurner | Jan 28, 2003 09:07pm | #7

   I have had one for many years, and think that they still make and sell them.

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   EUGENE978 | Jan 28, 2003 09:57pm | #8

   At HD I thought I saw them for $29.99. 

   Is that correct, $19.99, at Lowes?  Time for another 10% off...

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   jackplane | Jan 28, 2003 10:08pm | #9

   Marples are okay,I've had a set for years.But, don't let the Sheffield,England name fool you.This steel is not the kind that made Sheffield famous,it is rather mild and will not hold an edge.But for everyday use,they'll work with regular maintenance.

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   MIKEBUETTNER | Jan 28, 2003 09:02pm | #6

   Amazon has em for $24.99 and the 6 piece box set for $49.99 both with free shipping.

   bit

   
   

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   Edited 1/28/2003 1:03:48 PM ET by Bitman

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   snomaker | Jan 28, 2003 10:47pm | #10

   Hey, thanks!  Good call on Amazon.com.

   I got the Minister of War and Finance to order them and it includes a case as well!  Free freight besides.

   I'll be smiling on Cupid Day for a change.  No more heart covered boxers.

   Rich