MichiHamono : Japanese Woodblock Cutting Tools : Wooden Box : Set of 7

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The great legacy of blade technology in Japan and the requirement for precision carving in the production of Ukyo-e prints gave rise to the development of carving tools such as these. Crafted from a high quality two-part steel: high-carbon steel that holds the cutting edge, laminated to a softer steel that provides strength with a little flexibility to help prevent breakage. The tools leave the factory very sharp, so take care when handling. They are designed with a long blade that as it is sharpened down can be moved forward within the handle: For U and V gouges, do this you by removing the brass ferrule to splay open the cherrywood handle. The long blade has a curved tip on the back end that can be pressed back into the wood one it is re-positioned. This stops it slipping back when carving. For the Hangi-To blade, remove the brass ferrule and lift the blade up out of the groove in the handle. If the brass ferrule doesn't slide off easily then try prising it off with a blade under the long side of the ferrule or wrap the ferrule in a cloth and gently prise off with pliers. Set contains: Hangi-To cutting knife 6mm Komasuki U gouge 3mm Komasuki U gouge 6mm Aisuki fan bevelled chisel 1.5mm Aisuki fan bevelled chisel 3mm Aisuki fan bevelled chisel 6mm Sankakuto V gouge 4.5mm

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