薄鑿

Usunomi

Thin-Bladed Chisel / Skew Chisel

An extremely thin-bladed chisel with a skewed cutting edge. Used to undercut dovetail joints and reach into confined angles where a standard chisel cannot fit. The skewed tip allows the craftsman to slice cleanly along a grain line at an angle, achieving a fit that a straight chisel would tear.

薄鑿
Stamp image pending — contribute one
CategoryChisel
RegionsSanjo, Niigata · Tokyo

This tool category is traditionally forged from the following steels. Click any to read its full metallurgical profile.

DovetailsFine JoineryHardwoods

Find a Usunomi

Shop from vetted vendors for authentic Usunomi (薄鑿). Prices range from entry-level to master-smith pieces.

Search AmazonAll Vendors

Affiliate links support this encyclopedia at no extra cost.

Related ToolsAll tools →