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PORTER-CABLE Corner Chisel (42234)

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  • Used to square the corners of hinge and door lock recesses
  • Self-aligns for optimum accuracy
  • Spring-loaded; 3/8-inches cutter edge for precision
  • Measures 2.75 inches in length
  • More efficient than a hand chisel
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Easy to use
4.7 4.7
Accuracy
4.7 4.7
Value for money
4.5 4.5

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PORTER-CABLE 42234

A must-have for hanging doors, this spring loaded corner chisel is more efficient than a hand chisel, and works quickly to ensure that corners are perfectly square. Compact enough to carry in your pocket, with a 3/8-inch cutter edge, this handy tool creates a 90 degree square corner when simply placed on any corner and tapped with a hammer. And because the Porter-Cable 42234 Corner Chisel self-aligns, accuracy is never an issue; you get the right fit every time with minimal maneuvering.

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  • Used to square the corners of hinge and door lock recesses
  • Spring-loaded; 3/8-inches cutter edge for precision
  • Self-aligns for optimum accuracy

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A must-have for hanging doors, this spring loaded corner chisel is more efficient than a hand chisel, and works quickly to ensure that corners are perfectly square. Compact enough to carry in your pocket, with a 3/8-inch cutter edge, this handy tool creates a 90 degree square corner when simply placed on any corner and tapped with a hammer. And because the Porter-Cable 42234 Corner Chisel self-aligns, accuracy is never an issue; you get the right fit every time with minimal maneuvering.

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A must-have for hanging doors, this spring loaded corner chisel is more efficient than a hand chisel, and works quickly to ensure that corners are perfectly square. Compact enough to carry in your pocket, with a 3/8-inch cutter edge, this handy tool creates a 90 degree square corner when simply placed on any corner and tapped with a hammer. And because the Porter-Cable 42234 Corner Chisel self-aligns, accuracy is never an issue; you get the right fit every time with minimal maneuvering.

Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
679 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, sharpness, value, and accuracy of the corner chisel. They mention that it has an amazing function, makes corners a dream cut, and is good value for money. Some are mixed on ease of use.

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86 customers mention84 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the tool. They mention it has an amazing function, is super productive, and idiot proof. The corner chisel works great for door hinges and plates that are pre-routed. It works good at cutting and it usually removes the chips at the same time. It's a handy product if you need to put square corners for hinge.

"...the thing up side down and looking at how it works; it's cool, it works, it's built to last and the price is right...buy it; I think you will like..." Read more

"...a chisel when the wood is stain grade finish but this works great for getting fast corners in most situations." Read more

"This is an amazingly simple tool that performs its intended task almost flawlessly...." Read more

"...The tool works good at cutting and it usually removes the chips at the same time...." Read more

22 customers mention18 positive4 negative

Customers like the sharpness of the chisel. They say it makes corners look professionally done, and it's the best corner chi seil out there.

"Good for getting the corners after routing hinges...." Read more

"...It the best corner chisel I've used, mainly because it's about 1/4" smaller than the aluminum versions you see at rockler and online...." Read more

"...I was using it in a 3/8" deep grove in oak and it made a perfect corner in just a couple whacks...." Read more

"This cuts a square corner. It cuts as accurately as the user makes it cut...." Read more

11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the tool. They say it works great at a good price and is a great purchase.

"...at how it works; it's cool, it works, it's built to last and the price is right...buy it; I think you will like it." Read more

"...Overall, for a pocket tool, it is well worth the cost. I wish that I had ordered one years ago." Read more

"...It works okay. Spend more and you'll get a better tool but it works fine for the price. It's certainly worth the money regardless...." Read more

"...Almost fair enough for the price. Although leaving a question: why Porter and Cable not just make the right product?" Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the accuracy of the tool. They mention that it is really precise, makes cutting the corners much easier, and is perfect for finishing machined mortise cuts. Some say that it trims their finger nails real good.

"It has amazing function, and yes, it accurate, but it does not ready to use out of the box. It needs some adjustment in order to function well...." Read more

"...Much quicker and more accurate than doing it to a bunch of door frames with a chisel." Read more

"This cuts a square corner. It cuts as accurately as the user makes it cut...." Read more

"Don't know about cutting corners. Trims my finger nails real good. Just make sure to hit the thing. Can't afford too many emergency room trips...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the tool. They mention it's pretty nice, cool, and has a little more design than one would think. Some say it'll save time and look clean. Overall, most are happy with the tool's appearance.

"...myself turning the thing up side down and looking at how it works; it's cool, it works, it's built to last and the price is right...buy it; I think..." Read more

"great tool,awesome and heavy duty built to kast" Read more

"Best invention ever! Timesaver and very neat. If you install doors like I do, you need this. No splits, super productive and idiot proof." Read more

"Well built tool very handy for saving time and looking clean." Read more

21 customers mention14 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the tools. Some mention it's simple to use, intuitively obvious, and a time saver. However, others say it'd be difficult to use and seem gimmicky.

"Small sharp easy to use" Read more

"This is an amazingly simple tool that performs its intended task almost flawlessly...." Read more

"...There is no excuse to ship a dull cutting tool!" Read more

"...No need to read instructions (were there any??), once this primitive-but-handy gadget is your hands. It's intuitively obvious, how to use it...." Read more

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James Craig
5.0 out of 5 stars Great little tool
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5.0 out of 5 stars Coupe parfaite
Reviewed in Canada on February 12, 2024
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4.0 out of 5 stars Careful alignment of tool required.
Reviewed in Canada on January 25, 2019
Robert H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Cuts crisp and clean
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good quality
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