The Stanley FatMax 0-16-252 is an 8mm bevel edge chisel from the Thru Tang range, built for detailed woodworking tasks where a narrow blade gives more control. The 8mm width handles hinge recesses on lightweight internal doors, fine mortise work, and cleaning out joints where wider chisels cannot reach without removing adjacent material.

The Thru Tang construction runs the steel tang through the full length of the handle, so the chisel absorbs repeated mallet strikes without the handle splitting or loosening over time. This matters on site where chisels take daily punishment fitting locks, trimming door frames, and adjusting joinery. The blade is made from chrome vanadium steel, hardened and tempered for edge retention, with a bevel ground at a consistent angle for predictable cutting behaviour.

The FatMax handle uses a bi-material design with a soft grip zone for comfort and a harder core for rigidity. The strike cap is integrated into the tang, distributing impact force evenly through the handle rather than concentrating it at the top. This reduces hand fatigue during extended fitting sessions.

The 8mm size sits at the narrow end of the range and is particularly useful for electrical back box recesses, small hinge leaves, and precision paring work on hardwood trim. The blade length of 125mm gives sufficient reach for most recessing tasks without excessive flex.

Key Specifications: Width: 8mm (5/16in). Blade Length: 125mm. Construction: Thru Tang. Blade Material: Chrome vanadium steel. Handle: Bi-material with strike cap. Model: 0-16-252. Weight: 0.21kg. Dimensions: 305 x 33 x 50mm.