Robust, thick chisels intended for the heaviest structural timber framing work. Used aggressively with a large carpenter's hammer (genno) to carve out massive mortises in structural beams. The extra mass of the blade and thick handle hoop allow sustained heavy striking that would destroy lighter chisels.
Maker's Stamp / Mei (銘)Mei stamp — Tataki NomiTechnical Data
CategoryChisel
RegionsSanjo, Niigata · Miki, Hyogo
Traditional Steels
This tool category is traditionally forged from the following steels. Click any to read its full metallurgical profile.
