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Yasushi Hanyu Shinogi Nomi 6mm (0.24") – White Steel #2

A Japanese Shinogi Nomi made by Yasushi Hanyu (羽生康) and bearing the Tachibana Toshiaki (橘敏明) name. This 6mm chisel features a traditional black finish and a White Steel #2 cutting blade.

About This Item

Shinogi Nomi (鎬鑿) is a Japanese chisel characterized by its narrowed side profile toward the cutting edge.

This distinctive geometry provides clearance around the blade and is useful when working in narrow or confined areas where the sides of a conventional chisel may interfere with the surrounding wood.

This example has a 6mm (approximately 0.24") cutting width and a traditional black-finished appearance.

Why Choose This Item?

  • Narrow 6mm cutting width for controlled work in small or confined areas.
  • Distinctive Shinogi Nomi blade geometry providing side clearance around the cutting edge.
  • Made by Yasushi Hanyu with a White Steel #2 cutting blade.
  • Traditional black finish with the Tachibana Toshiaki inscription.

Maker & Brand Information

Maker: Yasushi Hanyu (羽生康)

Inscription / Name: Tachibana Toshiaki (橘敏明)

The maker and the name appearing on the chisel are stated separately to avoid incorrectly identifying the inscription as the maker.

Steel / Material Information

The cutting blade is made from White Steel #2.

The chisel has a black finish.

No unconfirmed claims regarding hardness, heat treatment, manufacturing period, or other technical specifications are made in this listing.

Specifications

Item Type Shinogi Nomi / Japanese Chisel
Maker Yasushi Hanyu (羽生康)
Model or Inscription Tachibana Toshiaki (橘敏明)
Size 6mm / approximately 0.24"
Material / Steel White Steel #2
Finish Black Finish
Condition New
Country of Origin Japan
Included Items 1 chisel

BANKANE Inspection Notes

Condition New
Blade Width 6mm / approximately 0.24"
Blade Material White Steel #2
Finish Black finish
Adjustment Required Please inspect the cutting edge before use. Final sharpening or honing may be required depending on the supplied edge condition and the user's preferred setup.
Actual Item Photographed Please refer to the photographs provided in this listing.

Condition

This item is sold as New.

Please review the photographs carefully for the cutting edge, black-finished surface, inscription, handle, hoop, and overall appearance of the chisel.

Please review all photographs carefully. The photographs and listing details form an important part of the description.

Preparation Before Use

Please inspect the cutting edge before use.

Final sharpening or honing may be required depending on the supplied edge condition and your preferred woodworking setup.

Maintenance

Keep the blade clean and dry after use.

A light protective oil may be applied to exposed steel surfaces during storage to help reduce the risk of corrosion.

Store the chisel in a dry environment and periodically inspect the blade, handle, and hoop.

Important Notes for Use

  • This is a 6mm Shinogi Nomi. Please confirm that this blade width is appropriate for your intended work before purchasing.
  • The narrowed Shinogi profile is an intentional feature of the chisel's geometry and should not be mistaken for deformation or damage.
  • The maker is Yasushi Hanyu (羽生康); Tachibana Toshiaki (橘敏明) is the name appearing on the chisel.
  • Inspect the cutting edge and perform final sharpening or honing if required before use.

Why We Describe Our Tools This Way

Japanese woodworking tools are traditionally prepared and adjusted by the craftsman before use.

Rather than describing every unused tool as “ready to use,” BANKANE explains its actual condition and any preparation that may still be required.

We describe confirmed information in detail and avoid presenting uncertain claims as established fact.

Our goal is to give buyers enough accurate information to decide whether the tool is suitable for their work, collection, experience, and preferred method of setup.

Why Buy From BANKANE?

BANKANE offers authentic Japanese woodworking tools sourced in Japan.

We describe each item as clearly and honestly as possible, including storage marks, oxidation, wear, packaging condition, and any sharpening, fitting, or adjustment that may be required.

The photographs and individual listing details are provided to help buyers understand what they are purchasing.

We believe that honest descriptions and accurate photographs are just as important as the quality of the tools themselves.

Photographs and Included Items

Only the items shown in the photographs and specifically stated in this description are included.

Rulers, measuring tools, display stands, background materials, and other photography accessories are not included unless specifically stated.

Colors and surface appearance may vary slightly depending on lighting, photography, and display settings.

For listings with more than one unit in stock, the item received will match the stated maker, model, size, and specification, but wood grain, forged patterns, color, markings, or other individual details may vary. When the exact photographed item will be supplied, this will be stated in the individual listing.

Preparation of Traditional Japanese Tools

Traditional Japanese woodworking tools are commonly supplied with the expectation that the user will perform final preparation, sharpening, fitting, and adjustment.

Unless this listing specifically states that the tool is ready to use, the blade may require sharpening or fitting. A Japanese hand plane may also require adjustment of the wooden body, blade bed, blade mortise, mouth, sole, and chipbreaker before use.

Natural wood can expand, contract, twist, or move because of changes in temperature and humidity during storage and international transportation. Final adjustment should therefore be performed after the tool has acclimated to the environment where it will be used.

Measurements

Measurements and weight are approximate and may vary slightly depending on the measuring method. Please allow for a small margin of error.

Inspection and Packaging

The item will be visually inspected again before dispatch.

If we discover a material difference from the listing description before shipment, we will contact the buyer through eBay Messages.

The item will be packed carefully using appropriate protective materials for international transportation.

Important Information for U.S. Buyers

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Shipping

This item ships directly from Japan with tracking.

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Returns and Order Issues

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