Masterful, heirloom quality by Tasai Mokume. Mokume means 'wood grain' which the surface of these tools resembles. Sandalwood handles. Aesthetic masterpieces.
Description
With skilful handling of fire and iron, the master blacksmith Akio Tasai lends this highly aesthetic chisel a wood-like structure (Mokume). The folds appear on the surface like a relief, and make each piece unique. Cutting edge of Blue Paper Steel, hardened to 62-63 HRC. With forged ferrule and hoop, the handle is made from selected sandalwood.