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Asahi - Japanese Chisels - Laminated SK5 High Carbon Steel
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If you want the balance and functionality of a Japanese chisel without the price tag of their high end laminated cousins then these great value high carbon SK5 tool steel laminated chisels are ideal.
SK5 is a high grade of Japanese tool steel, often used in the manufacture of quality knife blades.
It offers easy sharpening with a good edge holding property at an exceptionally low price.
The handles are from quality Japanese white oak and feature an iron back hoop to prevent splitting.
SK5 steel:
SK-5 is the Japanese equivalent of American 1080, a high carbon steel with carbon between 0.75%-0.85% and 0.60%-0.90% manganese. As quenched, it has a hardness near Rc 65 and produces a mixture of carbon rich martensite with some small un-dissolved carbides. The excess carbide increases abrasion resistance and allows the steel to achieve an ideal balance of very good blade toughness with superior edge holding ability.
Due to these characteristics, this grade of steel has been used traditionally for making a variety of hand tools, including chisels and woodcutting saws, and has stood the test of time and use over many years in many countries.
Sharpening and honing:
For soft woods a bevel of 30 degrees will provide a good balance of performance and durability.
For hardwoods a bevel of 35 degrees provides the best edge durability.
Please note: These chisels are hand forged and so the width of the chisel may vary up to +/- 1.0mm
Made in Japan
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