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PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel

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PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel

  • 1-inch flat skew
  • Beech handle
  • M2 HSS
  • Standard grind
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Is the PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel worth it?

Yes, for the right buyer. The PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel ranks #5 in our Best Wood Turning Tools 2026 list (best skew). Its biggest strength: skew chisels produce the smoothest surface of any turning tool on spindle work. The main caveat: skew chisels are the most difficult turning tool to use -- prone to catches for beginners.

Overview

What the PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel does well

Best skew chisel. Its case rests on skew chisels produce the smoothest surface of any turning tool on spindle work and beech handle profile gives good control and rolling resistance on the lathe bed. One caveat, skew chisels are the most difficult turning tool to use -- prone to catches for beginners.

Specs that matter

Key features

  • 1-inch flat skew
  • Beech handle
  • M2 HSS
  • Standard grind
The trade-offs

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Skew chisels produce the smoothest surface of any turning tool on spindle work
  • Beech handle profile gives good control and rolling resistance on the lathe bed
  • M2 HSS steel holds an edge well through repeated spindle passes
  • 1-inch size covers most standard spindle turning work

Cons

  • Skew chisels are the most difficult turning tool to use -- prone to catches for beginners
  • Catches with a skew cause significant workpiece damage
Fit check

Should you buy the PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew?

Think twice if this matters to you

  • Skew chisels are the most difficult turning tool to use -- prone to catches for beginners
  • Catches with a skew cause significant workpiece damage
Where it ranks

Featured in 1 best-of list

ListRank
Best Wood Turning Tools 2026· Best Skew#5 / 8
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Answers

PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel: common questions

Is the PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel worth buying?

Yes, for the right buyer. The PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel ranks #5 in our Best Wood Turning Tools 2026 list (best skew). Its biggest strength: skew chisels produce the smoothest surface of any turning tool on spindle work. The main caveat: skew chisels are the most difficult turning tool to use -- prone to catches for beginners.

What are the downsides of the PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel?

The main trade-offs owners and reviewers point to: skew chisels are the most difficult turning tool to use -- prone to catches for beginners; catches with a skew cause significant workpiece damage.

What are the key features of the PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel?

1-inch flat skew, Beech handle, M2 HSS and Standard grind.

What are the best alternatives to the PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel?

Worth comparing: PSI Woodworking LXPMSET Lathe Woodturning Ultra Carbide Chisel System, GreatNeck 800 8-Piece Wood Turning Set and Crown 242 1/2-Inch Bowl Gouge, 14-Inch Handle. Each ranks near it in our research for a slightly different buyer.

Where can I buy the PSI Woodworking LX020 1-Inch Standard Skew M2 HSS Woodturning Chisel?

It's sold on Amazon. Prices and stock change often, so check the current listing before you buy, our link takes you straight to it.

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