Kakuri Japanese Smooth Plane - 58mmx255mm

Kakuri, a Japanese company, has been manufacturing carpentry tools in Sanjo for over 60 years, utilizing the latest technological advancements to produce the finest carpentry tools. The blades are crafted from high-carbon Japanese steel, while the handles are made of Japanese red oak with an oil finish. The tools feature a mechanism that allows for the easy extraction and replacement of the blades, providing a durable support for the steel blade.

The KAKURI fine-cut saw series has been designed to offer the greatest versatility in its tools and applications. Each blade and handle within the series is fully interchangeable, enabling the luthier to personalize the entire range of saws to suit specific purposes. The blades in this series are manufactured to the highest quality, using only Japanese or Swedish steel, which are widely respected and utilized by professionals around the world. Some of the fine teeth are even crafted manually, providing precision and ease of cutting with every pull of the saw. The handle mechanism that secures the blade has an ergonomic design to enhance grip and cutting action, ensuring that the blade remains straight and safe throughout use.

The Japanese flat plane Kakuri is another exceptional product from the company. This wood plane is of high-quality Japanese traditional style, with the blade and chip remover held in place by compression and adjusted with a Japanese hammer or wooden mallet. The blade is made of blue steel laminated paper with soft iron, while the body of the plane is crafted from Japanese white oak. The dimensions of this plane are: blade width of 58 mm, body length of 254 mm, and body width of 72 mm. Manufactured in Japan, this tool exemplifies the company's commitment to producing exceptional carpentry tools.

In summary, Kakuri's commitment to quality, innovation, and traditional Japanese craftsmanship is evident in their diverse range of carpentry tools. From the fine-cut saws with their interchangeable components to the Japanese flat plane with its meticulous construction, Kakuri continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of carpentry tools.

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