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Product details
- ISBN 9784805319642
- Weight: 831g
- Dimensions: 191 x 254mm
- Publication Date: 30 Sep 2025
- Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Hardback
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Master craftsmen offer detailed information about handmade Japanese woodworking tools!
This unique guide to traditional handmade Japanese tools offers hobbyists, woodworkers and craftspeople an essential introduction to the artistry of Japanese tools. Their structure, mechanics, use and care are described in loving detail as only master Japanese craftsmen and tool expert are able to do.
This unique book features:
Created by the editorial staff of Japan's leading woodworking and carpentry magazine, this is a must-have book for any serious carpenter or woodworking enthusiast.
This unique guide to traditional handmade Japanese tools offers hobbyists, woodworkers and craftspeople an essential introduction to the artistry of Japanese tools. Their structure, mechanics, use and care are described in loving detail as only master Japanese craftsmen and tool expert are able to do.
This unique book features:
- Detailed photographs and texts introducing the full range of traditional planes, saws, hammers and chisels along with coverage of sharpening stones, clamps, knives, rulers, squares, anvils, jigs and related woodworking implements
- Information on the care and use of each tool with detailed explanations and step-by-step photographs
- Profiles of master tool makers and information about the lengthy processes used to make the tools
- Fascinating sidebars and Q&A features on wood science and interviews with skilled craftsmen
- Visits to tool-making towns, tool museums and additional resources for Japanese tool enthusiasts
Created by the editorial staff of Japan's leading woodworking and carpentry magazine, this is a must-have book for any serious carpenter or woodworking enthusiast.
Carpentry Tools Basics Magazine has been guiding Japanese woodworkers, carpenters and home enthusiasts for decades.
