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Browse Axes, Chisels, Shelter Gear, Finishes, Hand Saws, and more.

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A variety of woodworking and blacksmithing tools, including timber framing tools and axes with wooden and metal handles, are arranged on a dark, worn wooden surface reminiscent of a shelter institute workshop.

Axes

Various wood carving tools and unfinished wooden spatulas are arranged on a dark wooden surface. These quality shelter tools include knives, gouges, a spokeshave, and a draw knife, all with sturdy wooden handles.

Chisels & Carving

A cream-colored canvas tool bag with brown leather accents sits among various shelter tools, including gloves, a measuring tape, a hard hat, and belts, on a dark surface.

Shelter Gear

A variety of woodworking and blacksmithing tools, including timber framing tools and axes with wooden and metal handles, are arranged on a dark, worn wooden surface reminiscent of a shelter institute workshop.

Finishes

A variety of Japanese saws, chisels, and timber framing tools are arranged neatly on a worn wooden surface, showcasing different sizes, blade shapes, and handle styles.

Hand Saws

Lifestyle

The Family Behind Shelter

Three people stand indoors, smiling at the camera. The group is gathered at Shelter Institute, with timber framing tools and wooden model structures visible in the background.

For three generations, Shelter has been sharing our knowledge and love of tools in midcoast Maine. These tools, toys and supplies are in constant use by our students, timber framing crews, and family. At Shelter Tools, we have a working knowledge of every product we sell.

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Timber Framing Chisels

Explore our extensive collection of timber framing chisels that are made to last.

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The MHG Messerschmidt Timber Framing Chisels, featuring metal blades and wooden handles for superior edge retention, are perfectly aligned horizontally on a white background—ideal for professional woodworkers pursuing precision.
The MHG Messerschmidt Timber Framing Chisel, featuring a durable wooden handle and renowned for its superior edge retention, is displayed on a white background.
The MHG Messerschmidt Timber Framing Chisel features a bevelled blade and light wooden handle, making it an essential tool for professional woodworkers handling intricate tasks.
The MHG Messerschmidt Timber Framing Chisel, a professional woodworkers essential from MHG, has a sharp steel blade and wooden handle for superior edge retention and precision cutting and carving.

MHG Messerschmidt Timber Framing Chisel

From $48.99 USD
Three Barr Timber Framing Chisels from the renowned brand BAR, featuring hand-forged wooden handles and durable metal blades reminiscent of traditional woodworking tools, are arranged side by side.
A straight woodworking chisel with a light wooden handle and a flat, sharp metal blade, reminiscent of the BAR Barr Timber Framing Chisel and other traditional woodworking tools.
A superior example of traditional woodworking tools, the Barr Timber Framing Chisel by BAR features a wide blade, wooden handle, and metal shaft.
A BAR Barr Timber Framing Chisel, featuring a wooden handle and metal ferrule, is pictured on a white background, showcasing the beauty of traditional woodworking tools.

Barr Timber Framing Chisel

From $25.99 USD
The Maru Japanese Timber Framing Slick features a flat laminated steel blade and smooth wooden handle, highlighting Japanese craftsmanship, and is displayed against a plain white background.
The Maru Japanese Timber Framing Slick features a laminated steel blade and a smooth wooden handle, highlighting traditional Japanese craftsmanship against a white background.
Close-up of a polished beveled tip on the Maru Japanese Timber Framing Slick, highlighting its sharpness and clean lines that reflect expert Japanese craftsmanship.
Close-up of the sharp edge and polished, angled bevel of the Maru Japanese Timber Framing Slick blade, showcasing expert Japanese craftsmanship against a white background.

Japanese Timber Framing Slick 

$275.99

Building on Decades of Experience

A wooden drill bit organizer from Shelter Tools with labeled slots holds various drill bits and timber framing tools on a dark workbench, surrounded by scattered drill bits and hand tools.

Good Tools

hese tools, toys and supplies are in constant use by our students, timber framing crews, and family. At Shelter Tools, we have a working knowledge of every product we sell.

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A collection of woodworking and sharpening tools, stones, rulers, and a cloth with the text “Think. Build. Live.” displayed on a wooden surface—perfect for any Shelter Institute or timber framing tools enthusiast.

Our Promise To You.

We are happy to share our experiences with these tools which may enhance your own. Given care, maintenance, and love, each of these fine tools is capable of lasting a lifetime.

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If it is for sale in our store -- it is because we use it and love it! If you don't see the tools or items you need, we can find it for you.

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Shelter Tools Store

873 US-1
Woolwich, ME 04579

Store Hours:
M–F: 9am–4:30pm
Sa: 9am–3pm
Su: CLOSED

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