Robert 842XLH-1/2 Chisel
- Chisel
- Brass
- 1.34 pounds
- 15 × 2.5 × 0.7 inches
A 15 inch, 1.34 pound brass chisel, the kind of material choice usually made for non-sparking work around flammable gas or dust rather than for its cutting durability.
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How it ranks among the 175 chisels we track
4.6★ across 114 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
114 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 175 chisels we track - how the scorecard works · full chisels data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Robert 842XLH-1/2 is a chisel built from brass rather than the tool steel used in most striking chisels. At 15 inches long and 1.34 pounds, it is sized as a full-length hand chisel rather than a compact detail tool.
Brass is a material commonly chosen for chisels used around flammable gas, dust or vapor, since it will not throw sparks the way steel tools can. That likely explains the choice here rather than any advantage for general cutting durability.
- Brass construction, not standard tool steel
- 15 x 2.5 x 0.75 inch body
- 1.34 pound weight
- Model number 842XLH-1/2
Who it's for
Workers who need a non-sparking hand tool for hazardous or flammable environments, rather than general woodworking where a steel chisel would hold an edge better. It suits settings such as oil and gas or grain handling work where sparking steel tools raise ignition risk.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Brass build allows non-sparking use in hazardous areas
- Full 15 inch length for reach and leverage
- Rated 4.6 from 114 reviews
- Brass wears faster than steel under repeated use
- Zero units bought in the past month
Performance notes
Brass will not hold an edge as long as hardened steel, so this tool trades cutting durability for spark resistance. Its 15 inch length gives reach and leverage typical of a full-size striking chisel.
Specifications
| Brand | Robert |
|---|---|
| Model | 842XLH-1/2 |
| Material | Brass |
| Item Weight | 1.34 pounds |
| Dimensions | 15 × 2.5 × 0.7 inches |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in chisels.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert 842XLH-1/2 ChiselThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 114 | 3.7 / 5 |
| Intelitopia MDS00A ChiselIntelitopia | 4.6 / 5 | 6,980 | 4.5 / 5 |
| HURRICANE HK-BBPR-ZWV0 ChiselHURRICANE | 4.7 / 5 | 6,700 | 4.6 / 5 |
| KEENBEST GREEN ChiselKEENBEST | 4.7 / 5 | 4,391 | 4.5 / 5 |
| SHARPAL 162N ChiselSHARPAL | 4.7 / 5 | 6,903 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Robert 842XLH-1/2
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Why would a chisel be made from brass instead of steel?
Brass is a material commonly chosen for chisels used around flammable gas, dust or vapor, since it does not throw sparks the way steel tools can.
How big is the Robert 842XLH-1/2?
It measures 15 x 2.5 x 0.75 inches and weighs 1.34 pounds.
Will it hold a cutting edge as well as a steel chisel?
No, brass is softer than hardened steel and will wear faster under repeated striking or cutting use.