David, it is a normal feature of vintage and Barr chisels to have taper in thickness from tip to socket. The only bevel chisels with side bevels that do not reach the the cutting edge, that I am aware, are MHG and Buffalo Forge. The question remains is new grinding profile worthwhile, in extra cost and in craft?

Jay, the use of the trading name "John Neeman" is in controversy. Some believe that Janis Nimanis and Autine are hijacking the trading the name "John Neeman" without just ownership of the name "John Neeman." John Neeman Tools still exists, with the founder, Jacob, who as "Nebruks" posted in this forum, Forestry Forum and others and produced super high quality videos, launched a company and a web based marketing campaign that has established "John Neeman" as a world wide brand name.