Paul writes something like "what are these good for?" in reference to the
shorter, squarer chisels he has...in the Petrovich book on making tools, the
author argues that this is indeed the most useful size and shape of chisel.
Paraphrasing from memory, I think he feels that being closer to the work
gives the craftsman more feedback and control over the work.

Personally, I prefer the old socket style, and give me some blade length, too!

BTW, Paul, I'm enjoying the "tales from the crypt"

Tom Koehler-Shepley