Wood Chisel - 21 cm

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A set of eleven vintage Japanese oi-ire nomi woodworking chisels in good condition with solid wooden handles and reinforced metal hoops, blades of laminated high‑hardness steel, height 21 cm, dating from 1926 to 1989.

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This is a set of eleven vintage Japanese handmade flat chisels—specifically the *oi-ire nomi* type. As traditional forged Japanese woodworking tools, they are highly prized by woodworking enthusiasts and collectors of vintage tools.

The set offers a comprehensive range of blade widths, spanning from narrow chisels for fine work to wide-blade flat chisels. They are suitable for a variety of tasks, including cutting mortise-and-tenon joints, clearing out recesses, and trimming or leveling surfaces. Crafted using the traditional Japanese laminated steel technique, the chisels feature a high-hardness steel core and excellent heat treatment, delivering exceptional sharpness once honed.

The solid wood handles are fitted with reinforced metal hoops to prevent splitting during prolonged use; notably, several handles still retain their original manufacturer's labels. While some blades may require re-sharpening or initial honing, the tools are ready for practical use after minimal maintenance and are equally suitable for display in a vintage tool collection.

This is a set of eleven vintage Japanese handmade flat chisels—specifically the *oi-ire nomi* type. As traditional forged Japanese woodworking tools, they are highly prized by woodworking enthusiasts and collectors of vintage tools.

The set offers a comprehensive range of blade widths, spanning from narrow chisels for fine work to wide-blade flat chisels. They are suitable for a variety of tasks, including cutting mortise-and-tenon joints, clearing out recesses, and trimming or leveling surfaces. Crafted using the traditional Japanese laminated steel technique, the chisels feature a high-hardness steel core and excellent heat treatment, delivering exceptional sharpness once honed.

The solid wood handles are fitted with reinforced metal hoops to prevent splitting during prolonged use; notably, several handles still retain their original manufacturer's labels. While some blades may require re-sharpening or initial honing, the tools are ready for practical use after minimal maintenance and are equally suitable for display in a vintage tool collection.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Industrial design
Number of objects
11
Style
Industrial
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
21 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1926-1989
Title additional information
A set of woodworking chis
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Object sold
Private

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