InaokaTetsuya·
How to Use Japanese Chisels: Tips & Techniques
Welcome to our comprehensive tutorial on using Japanese chisels, where we'll explore the techniques and intricacies of working with the ""striking chisel"" or Oire. Step-by-step guidance: Achieve a perfectly chiseled hole, from wood marking to chisel selection. The Oire chisel There are two main types of chisels: those you strike and those you push. Today, we'll explore using the 'striking chisel,' the Oire chisel, to creating a mortise. 1: Marking the Wood Draw lines on the wood to mark where you want to chisel.For a through-hole, make sure to draw lines on both sides of the...
InaokaTetsuya·
Types of Saws and Their Uses: Dozuki Saw
Learn about sawing techniques to help step up your woodworking game. We'll break it down step by step so that it's easy to understand and put into practice. 1: Features of Dozuki Saws The dozuki saw has a thin blade with a fine pitch. It is excellent for precision work. To prevent the thin blade from bending, a back metal is attached. It cuts with a minimum width, resulting in a very clean finish. 2: How to Use a Dozuki Saw The basic way to use it is the same as Ryoba saws. How to Use a...
InaokaTetsuya·
The Role of the Katsura (Chisel Hoop) & How to Adjust It
Welcome to our tutorial on using Japanese chisels, where we'll explore the role of the Katsura (chisel hoop) & how to adjust It working with it. We'll break it down step by step so that it's easy to understand and put into practice. 1: What is Katura? The top of the striking chisel handle has a hoop to prevent splitting when struck. We say it "Katura" in Japanese. Many new chisels need to have the hoop adjusted. If you strike the chisel without adjusting the hoop, it may overextend and cause 'flaring.' This flaring can eventually make the...
InaokaTetsuya·
How to Use a Japanese Saw
Learn about sawing techniques to help step up your woodworking game. We'll break it down step by step so that it's easy to understand and put into practice. 1: Features of Japanese Saws There are two main types of blades in saws. Each blade is used for different purposes, ""rip"" or ""cross"" cutting. Cuts along the wood grain are called ""rip cuts."", and cuts across the wood grain are called ""cross cuts."" Dual-edge saws, which we will use in the article, have both "rip" and "cross" cutting edges. Most Japanese saws apply force when pulling to make a cut. Release...
InaokaTetsuya·
Mastering the Japanese Saw:Saw Types & Their Uses
Saws vary depending on the material you want to cut and the purpose. In this article, we explore each saw type's unique features and uses to ensure you get the most out of your woodworking projects. 1: Ryoba saw Features Usage:Cutting wood, hardwood Purpose: Carpentry The ryoba saw has both 'Rip cut' and 'Cross cut' blades. Since it has both types of blades, it can efficiently process wood. 2: Dozuki Saw Features Usage: Cutting wood, thin boardsPurpose: Precision work, kumiko-work, miniature furniture, etc. The dozuki saw has a thin blade with a fine pitch. It is excellent for...
EgawaRiho·