Yoita Soichiro Kanna Japanese Round Bottom Plane 18mm Mini Wood Tool SK-5 Blade

This Yoita Soichiro Mini Round Bottom Plane 18mm is a traditional Japanese kanna engineered for precision shaping of concave surfaces, grooves, and rounded profiles. With its compact 18mm width, this tool provides fine control, while the carbon tool steel blade ensures sharp, clean cuts through various wood types.Designed specifically for shaping curved edges, this plane excels in hollowing tasks, trimming rounded mouldings, refining chair spindles, and other woodworking applications requiring an inward radius. It is also suitable for musical instrument making, cabinetry, and restoration work involving detailed contouring.Product Data:• Product Dimensions: Width 28mm x Height 109mm x Depth 33mm• Blade Width: 18mm• Body Material: Oak• Blade Material: Carbon tool steel (SK-5)• Net Weight: 75g• Country of Origin: JapanTo use, secure the workpiece and draw the plane toward you with your dominant hand, maintaining even pressure to guide the blade along the curve. Adjust blade depth using gentle taps with a hammer; strike the back of the blade to extend, and the heel of the body to retract. Sharpen blade regularly for optimal results and safety.Wipe down the blade after each use and apply oil to prevent rust. Store in a dry place, avoid the blade contacting with hard surfaces. Keep out of reach of children.