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Ichihiro

Est. Meiji Era

A highly coveted brand of chisels from Tokyo. The 'Hidari Ichihiro' (Left Ichihiro) mark — with the name stamped mirrored — represents masterpieces of the chisel-making craft, known for incredible resilience and edge holding. Tools bearing this mark are featured in museum collections. The origin of the 'left-stamped' tradition is debated among scholars.

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FoundedMeiji Era
FounderUnknown
Current Gen.Historical
LocationTokyo
StatusHistorical
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Hidari Ichihiro oire nomi

Ichihiro paring chisels

This workshop's tools are traditionally forged from these steels.

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