hatchet
尾田鍛造Oda Forging White Steel Bamboo Hatchet, Double-Edged
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Highlights
- Double-edged blade sits straight in material; equally effective for left and right-handed users; 10cm blade
- Yasuki White Steel No. 2: sharp, easy to sharpen, preferred for fine edged-tool work in traditional crafts
- Hand-forged by Tosa artisans; includes wood sheath; sized for bamboo splitting, branch pruning, camp work
About this craft
Tosa-yaki (Tosa smithing) is a centuries-old blade-forging tradition from Kochi Prefecture, Japan. White Steel (Hakugane) is a legendary Japanese carbon steel known for sharpness and ease of maintenance in field-craft traditions.
Description
Hand-forged Tosa double-edged hatchet in White Steel, 10cm blade, left/right usable
White Steel is high-carbon and will rust if wet or exposed to salt. Dry immediately after use and oil periodically. Do not use in ocean spray. Blade may chip if over-sharpened; balanced for durability. Sharpen on fine whetstone as needed.
Shipping & Import
Ships from Tokyo with tracking. US orders: import duties are prepaid by Tokyo Carry and included in the price. Other countries: duties or taxes may be collected on delivery.
Details
- Brand
- 尾田鍛造
- Blade Length
- 100 Millimeters
- Blade Material
- Yasuki Steel White Steel No. 2
- Handle Material
- Wood
- Blade Material Type
- Yasuki Steel White Steel No. 2
- Weight
- 200 g
