Bill,

Stanley chisels with the transparent yellow plastic handle, like the one on the
left in this photo,  tend to be pretty decent users.
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I would have bought that one if they would part with it for a buck or two.  They
are just a tad softer than I like.  I believe the steel is chemically correct;
my understanding is that the big toolmakers don't want the temper too hard, so
that Freddie Allthumbs won't lose an eye if he uses a chisel to pry open a paint
can.

These may not be the greatest, but you could carry them into a job site without
any big worries.  Keep your heirloom set at home!

John Ruth