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It's HSS blade is of exceptional quality, able to be resharpened and capable of taking an edge for an exceptionally long time. The long timber handle provides ample space for hands of all sizes to manipulate the tool with control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpoon carvers, vessel makers and whittlers will enjoy it's great cut quality and ease of use. To sharpen, we recommend touching up the outside bevel only, and leaving the interior. This tool can be honed with strops or buffing wheels. For those without those resources, we recommend cutting into some scrap wood to match the profile of the blade, and adding slurry from a medium waterstone (we find the #1000 Cerax works really well). By running the bevel across the matching profile impregnated with sharpening compound, an excellent edge and finish is able to be achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tool ships with the blade dipped in protective lacquer. We recommend removing the lacquer with methylated spirits or other solvents, but please note that anti-rust care measures should be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michihamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13846721691709,"sku":"MICH-70207180","price":79.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/files\/18MMSPOONGOUGE_1.jpg?v=1746353352"},{"product_id":"japanese-whittling-knife-with-leather-case","title":"Japanese Whittling Knife with Leather case","description":"\u003cp\u003eWithin moments of arriving at the JTA workshop, being whipped out of it's case and put to work on some carving blanks, we knew this knife was a special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is what happens when a top-class Japanese knife maker studies the design hallmarks of European carving knives, fuses it with their unique HSS-lamination methods and pops it all on a thick handle and in a handy leather pouch with a blade guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor western carvers, this knife will feel approachable and familiar. If a sloyd knife embarked on an extended pilgrimage through Japan, reflecting, fasting and philosophising as it went, we think it would return to Scandinavia looking something like this - a little slimmer in the handle, with a light and functional leather case, and a blade that has been shortened, refined and sharpened to within an inch of it's life with a HSS cutting edge. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the key here; the edge. Finding a happy medium between a knife that can take a bevel fine enough for fine finishing cuts while being rugged enough to waste and rough out is no mean feat, and in this little double bevelled beauty we think it may have just been perfected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a few years now the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.japanesetools.com.au\/products\/double-bevel-6mm-carving-knife\"\u003e6mm double bevel carving knife\u003c\/a\u003e has been our go-to carving blade, however, we now expect this to be our most recommended general whittling knife for the foreseeable future. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDimensions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlade: L35mm x W6mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandle length: 130mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michihamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35657757851813,"sku":"MICH-70701000","price":89.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/files\/WhittlingKNifeEDM.jpg?v=1775287019"},{"product_id":"multiform-sharpening-stone-for-carving-tools-280","title":"Multiform Sharpening Stone for Carving Tools - #280","description":"\u003cp\u003eExcellent for maintaining carving tools, this multiform stone is profiled to accomodate u-gouges of 4 different sizes, as well as v- and flat- gouges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stone's versatility is further enhanced by the fact that it's flat back can be used to sharpen regular carving knives and other more conventionally shaped edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuehiro has formulated their multiform stones to be very hard, as this maintains the shape of the profiles in the face of the stone. To keep it cutting efficiently, an eraser is provided to clean the stone should any steel from your edges become embedded in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stone measures 98×65×20\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suehiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42063863447775,"sku":"KAK-762-111","price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/products\/multiform-sharpening-stone-for-carving-tools-280-kak-762-111-japanese-tools-australia-907579.png?v=1701233570"},{"product_id":"multiform-sharpening-stone-for-carving-tools-1000","title":"Multiform Sharpening Stone for Carving Tools - #1000","description":"\u003cp\u003eExcellent for maintaining carving tools, this multiform stone is profiled to accomodate u-gouges of 4 different sizes, as well as v- and flat- gouges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stone's versatility is further enhanced by the fact that it's flat back can be used to sharpen regular carving knives and other more conventionally shaped edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuehiro has formulated their multiform stones to be very hard, as this maintains the shape of the profiles in the face of the stone. To keep it cutting efficiently, an eraser is provided to clean the stone should any steel from your edges become embedded in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stone measures 98×65×20\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suehiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42063863611615,"sku":"KAK-762-112","price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/products\/multiform-sharpening-stone-for-carving-tools-1000-kak-762-112-japanese-tools-australia-557640.png?v=1701233570"},{"product_id":"multiform-sharpening-stone-for-carving-tools-3000","title":"Multiform Sharpening Stone for Carving Tools - #3000","description":"\u003cp\u003eExcellent for maintaining carving tools, this multiform stone is profiled to accomodate u-gouges of 4 different sizes, as well as v- and flat- gouges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stone's versatility is further enhanced by the fact that it's flat back can be used to sharpen regular carving knives and other more conventionally shaped edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuehiro has formulated their multiform stones to be very hard, as this maintains the shape of the profiles in the face of the stone. To keep it cutting efficiently, an eraser is provided to clean the stone should any steel from your edges become embedded in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stone measures 98×65×20\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suehiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42063863840991,"sku":"KAK-762-113","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/products\/multiform-sharpening-stone-for-carving-tools-3000-kak-762-113-japanese-tools-australia-135839.png?v=1701233570"},{"product_id":"slight-bent-gouges-by-kawasei","title":"Slight Bent Gouges by Kawasei","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese swooped-neck gouges, called \"\"Maru Sukui\" or \"slight bent\" gouges, are ideal for taking heavy cuts. Their iron hoop allows the user to strike them with a mallet and easily remove waste when clearing material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cutting edge of the blade is forged in the traditional manner with white paper steel and is backed with soft iron. 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They can used out the back of the hand with the arms braced against the body for close control and inspection of the work, or on a bench top with a bench hook or stop block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan aria-label=\"\" class=\"c-mrkdwn__br\" data-stringify-type=\"paragraph-break\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe find that a buff on a strop is sufficient to sharpen up these superlative tools and they can be kept ready to work with regular but light work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan aria-label=\"\" class=\"c-mrkdwn__br\" data-stringify-type=\"paragraph-break\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handles are made of white oak and nestle nicely in the hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan aria-label=\"\" class=\"c-mrkdwn__br\" data-stringify-type=\"paragraph-break\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall length is 140mm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Michihamono","offers":[{"title":"12mm","offer_id":43339735400671,"sku":"MICH-70780010","price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18mm","offer_id":43339735433439,"sku":"MICH-70780020","price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/files\/GOUGESEDM.jpg?v=1775287234"},{"product_id":"olfa-retractable-marking-knife","title":"OLFA 34B - Craft Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreat craft knife, good for camping, carving, cutting and sharpening the odd pencil. Super light and made to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacement blades (2 pack) also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaterials: Stainless steel, brass lock.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDimensions: L176.5 x W23mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlade length: 52mm \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olfa","offers":[{"title":"Complete Knife","offer_id":43451871920351,"sku":"NIS-016247","price":16.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Replacement Blades (2)","offer_id":43451873165535,"sku":"NIS-016277","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/files\/craftknife.jpg?v=1775287268"},{"product_id":"spoon-bowl-gouge-short-head-24mm","title":"Short-Head Spoon Bowl Gouge - 24mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe are very pleased to introduce Michihamono's latest models of hollowing gouges, perfect for spoons, bowls and other vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HSS laminations in Michihamono's top-of-the-range models are extremely impressive, and these beauties are no different. Their edges last very well, especially if stropped between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heads of these models are larger-radius curves than our other gouges, whether with HSS or aogami edges. For those looking to work with shallower bowls in their work, these tools are perfect for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Due to the length of the handle, we recommend hand pressure only be used with these tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e・Total length approx. 250mm\u003cbr\u003e・Cutting edge: High-speed steel lamination\u003cbr\u003e・Handle: Japanese cypress (hinoki)\u003cbr\u003e・Handle length: 180mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michihamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44245158232287,"sku":"MICH-62132400","price":86.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/files\/Short-HeadSpoonBowlGouge-24mm.jpg?v=1745903581"},{"product_id":"short-head-spoon-bowl-gouge-18mm","title":"Short-Head Spoon Bowl Gouge - 18mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe are very pleased to introduce Michihamono's latest models of hollowing gouges, perfect for spoons, bowls and other vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HSS laminations in Michihamono's top-of-the-range models are extremely impressive, and these beauties are no different. Their edges last very well, especially if stropped between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heads of these models are larger-radius curves than our other 18mm gouges, whether with HSS or aogami edges. For those looking to work with shallower bowls in their work, these tools are perfect for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the length of the handle, we recommend hand pressure only be used with these tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e・Total length approx. 250mm\u003cbr\u003e・Cutting edge: High-speed steel lamination\u003cbr\u003e・Handle: Japanese cypress (hinoki)\u003cbr\u003e・Handle length: 180mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michihamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44245161410783,"sku":"MICH-62131800","price":86.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/files\/Short-HeadSpoonBowlGouge-18mm_2.jpg?v=1746358801"},{"product_id":"chopstick-maker-set-with-standard-42mm-plane","title":"Chopstick Maker Set with Kakuri 42mm Plane","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur chopstick-making jig is a massive hit wherever we go. Aside from turning out aesthetically beautiful and functional chopsticks, it is a great introduction into the world of woodworking, a great learning tool for understanding grain in timber, and a gentle way of acquainting oneself with the function of a Japanese plane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are fond of setting up a few jigs (as many as we can fit, really) at shows, festivals and markets and letting people run riot. Children find the process of making their very own chopsticks fun and achievable, and adults gain the same immense satisfaction from a project well done that all woodworkers are familiar with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis kit includes \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Chopstick Jig\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eKakuri Smoothing Plane - 42mm \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e6 timber blanks - enough to make three pairs of chopsticks. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have access to a band saw or table saw, rip down your preferred timber to 8mmx8mm blanks and cut to the length of the slot in the jig for an almost unlimited supply of chopsticks. If you don't have access to such machinery, we offer blanks for sale for use with this jig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions on using the jig,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.japanesetools.com.au\/blogs\/the-jta-blog\/using-our-chopstick-jig-to-make-your-own-chopsticks?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=f1f6b0ec4\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e. Before its first use the plane will need to be setup - for detailed instructions on that process,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.japanesetools.com.au\/pages\/plane-tuning\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e. To keep your plane in optimal cutting condition, we recommend a 1000\/3000 combination stone, which can be purchased\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.japanesetools.com.au\/collections\/cerax-combination-waterstones\/products\/cerax-water-stone-suehiro-combination-1000-3000\"\u003ehere individually\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JTA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44425533161695,"sku":"JTA-9027490-set","price":235.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/products\/chopstick-maker-set-with-standard-42mm-plane-jta-9027490-set-japanese-tools-australia-564290.jpg?v=1751698016"},{"product_id":"slice-dice-and-gouge","title":"Slice, Dice, and Gouge","description":"\u003cp\u003eExpertly create intricate designs with the Slice, Dice, and Gouge set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set includes a versatile \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ct1vgdnugj2az0c8-1229422.shopifypreview.com\/products\/japanese-whittling-knife-with-leather-case\"\u003eJapanese Whittling Knife\u003c\/a\u003e for precise cuts and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ct1vgdnugj2az0c8-1229422.shopifypreview.com\/products\/spoon-gouges-aogami?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=spoon+gouge\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eSpoon Gouges Aogami -12mm\u003c\/a\u003e  for expertly carving intricate details. Perfect for carving crafts and achieving professional results.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JTA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46944491733215,"sku":"DiceandGouge","price":135.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/files\/SpoonGouges-AogamiANDWHITTLINGKNIFE.jpg?v=1746359294"},{"product_id":"mini-hammer-set","title":"Mini Hammer Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDiscover our range of traditional Japanese mini hammers—hand forged for precision and control. Perfect for delicate work like jewellery making, fine woodworking, upholstery and detailed craft, these compact tools are beautifully balanced with high carbon steel heads and comfortable timber handles. Small in size, but built for accuracy and versatility in every strike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Set Containes 6 Mini Hammers\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Japanese Tools Australia ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48808176156895,"sku":null,"price":214.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/files\/minihammers_1.jpg?v=1775297552"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0122\/9422\/collections\/Get_Inspired.jpg?v=1775286665","url":"https:\/\/www.japanesetools.com.au\/collections\/top-10-craft-picks.oembed","provider":"Japanese Tools Australia ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}