KAKURI Japanese Mortise Chisel Oire Nomi 3mm – Razor Sharp Blade, Made in Japan

Meet the KAKURI Japanese Mortise Chisel

Designed for dedicated woodworkers, this 1/8 inch (3 mm) Oire Nomi chisel delivers precise mortising and fine joinery. The blade is forged from laminated Japanese high-carbon steel (Yellow Steel No. 2) with a softer iron backing for durability, and the hollow-ground back supports clean, sharp edges. It ships sharp and ready to use, reflecting traditional Japanese craftsmanship and attention to finish.

Key features

• 3 mm blade width optimized for mortises, tenons, and corner work
• Laminated Japanese high-carbon steel with a soft iron backing for edge stability
• Hollow-ground back reduces sharpening time and maintains a crisp edge
• Professionally sharpened by skilled craftsmen; sharp out of the box
• Heavy-duty Japanese white oak handle with a Katsura iron hoop for a secure grip
• Made in Japan, reflecting meticulous tooling standards

In action: real-world woodworking tasks

Use this chisel for mortising, forming tenons, carving corners, and performing finishing touches on furniture, fixtures, and small crafts. It pairs well with a rubber mallet or wooden hammer, a hallmark of the tataki nomi family, and supports steady, controlled work.

• Mortises and joinery with consistent depth and clean edges
• Corner carving and precise detail work on small projects
• Reliable tool for construction, fixtures, furniture, and DIY crafts
• Versatile enough for hobbyists and professional woodworkers alike

Specifications

• Size: 8.4 × 0.9 × 0.9 in (213 × 23 × 23 mm)
• Blade width: 3 mm
• Blade back: Hollow grind
• Blade material: Japanese high-carbon steel (Yellow Steel No. 2) with soft iron
• Handle material: Japanese white oak with Katsura iron hoop
• Origin: Made in Japan