Ginsaku 50mm Japanese Hand Tool with Laminated Steel Blade for Wood Finishing

The Ginsaku 50mm Japanese woodworking hand tool is a premium tool for professional and hobbyist woodworkers. Featuring a laminated steel blade, this traditional Japanese tool, or "kanna," delivers exceptional sharpness and durability. The laminated blade combines a hard steel cutting edge with a softer iron backing, ensuring precision cuts and a long-lasting edge.The durable wooden body provides excellent control and stability, making this tool ideal for achieving smooth finishes on furniture, cabinetry, and other woodworking projects. The blade is perfect for shaving thin layers of wood, enabling artisans to refine and polish surfaces on both soft and hard woods.To use, adjust the blade depth by gently tapping the blade or the tool’s body to achieve the desired shaving thickness. Secure the workpiece on a stable surface, hold the tool firmly with both hands, and pull it towards you along the wood grain. Apply steady pressure and repeat as needed to refine the surface to your desired smoothness.Product Data:• Dimensions: Width 67mm x Height 228mm x Depth 62mm• Weight: 697g• Blade width: 50mm• Blade material: Laminated steel (hard steel edge with soft iron backing)• Body material: Wooden body• Set contents: Ginsaku 50mm Japanese woodworking tool with laminated steel blade• Application: Smoothing and refining wood surfacesStore this tool in a cool, dry place to prevent rust and damage. Regularly sharpen the blade to maintain peak performance. Handle with care to avoid injury and keep out of reach of children.