It’s always better to have the right tools for the job on hand. However, quite often we’re tempted to use substitutes. But, remember, we wouldn’t recommend normal chisels on the lathe. That’s mainly because they cannot withstand the forces generated by them. There’s a chance of them breaking or getting caught. Besides, you might also injure yourself in the process. Instead, you must use two-handed lathe chisels or gauges with the proper handle length.