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The best chipbreakers are also laminated, like the blades (Figure 1-4). And in all but the very cheapest planes, the chipbreaker has at least had its edge hardened and tempered; again, not a feature you will find in any Western plane. Chipbreakers do get dull, especially when they are repeatedly set close to the edge for difficult work. The Japanese chipbreakers extend the time between required maintenance; they are also easier to make sharp and crisp and to use set right down to the edge without wearing out or leaving gaps that catch the chip. The chipbreaker has two ears on the top end which are bent or straightened slightly to give the right amount of wedging action against the cross pin. The ears also provide adjustability for the wedging action of the chipbreaker, so it contacts the blade tightly and securely.