Outstanding!
By: Doug F. (Apr, 2014)
I received the set of 12 as a gift and am very pleased with them. Before that I'd never used Japanese chisels, only various US and British makes. After a few months of use I am very impressed. The first reviewer was not exaggerating when he said these things can hold an edge. I had to use them on some ebony for a humidor project and they didn't even flinch. No chipping at the edge even when working endgrain. I sharpen mine to roughly 30 degrees. Getting the hoops set and backs flattened on all twelve took a few hours. I also stripped the varnish off the handles and oiled them, they feel better that way. The tool roll is pretty good too. All in all I'm very happy with them.
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Great Edge Retention
By: Judge E. (Jul, 2013)
I own the 6 piece set. This was my first set of nice chisels as I ventured further into furniture building. They are great. They sharpen easily due to the lamination, but remain sharp forever (or nearly there). I have other sets of chisels at this point, but these are still my favorite. Great price point and great product. I wouldn't hesitate buying again.
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