KAKURI
KAKURI Japanese Large Hand Plane 60mm, Woodworking Block Plane 10.2" x 3"
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Highlights
- JAPANESE MANUAL WOOD PLANE "KANNA": This is a traditional Japanese woodworking plane, perfect for smoothing wood surfaces. Unlike Western planes, Japanese planes are pulled towards you, allowing for more consistent, controlled cuts with less effort. They require fine-tuning of the blade with a hammer before use. KAKURI's plane is trusted by both beginners and professional woodworkers.
- LARGE SIZE FOR EFFICIENT SMOOTHING: This is a large-sized plane designed to be gripped firmly with both hands. Its balanced weight provides stability, making it easy to pull smoothly while efficiently covering larger surfaces in a single pass.
- RAZOR-SHARP JAPANESE STEEL BLADE: Laminated Japanese steel with soft iron backing. Hand-sharpened by skilled craftsmen for smooth planing after proper setup. Chipbreaker helps reduce tear-out and improves shaving control.
- DURABLE OIL FINISHED WOOD BODY: The body is made from natural Japanese oak, known for its durability and ability to provide a smooth planing experience. It is finished with oil, providing better glide when smoothing wood. This treatment also minimizes warping due to moisture and humidity.
- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS: Made in Japan / Blade Material: Japanese high carbon steel (laminated steel) / Body Material: White oak (oil finished) / Size: 10.2 x 3.0 x 2.8 inches / Blade Width: 60 mm (2.36") / Cutting Width; 50 mm (1.97") / Instruction: English
Why You'll Love It
- Pull-stroke Japanese kanna design provides controlled and steady wood smoothing with less physical effort
- Large two-handed oak body delivers balanced stability to cover broad board surfaces quickly
- Hand-sharpened laminated high carbon steel blade delivers clean cuts right after setup
- Integrated chipbreaker controls shavings and helps prevent wood surface tear-out
- Oil-finished Japanese white oak block glides smoothly and resists humidity-induced warping
Pros
- +Pull-style motion reduces user fatigue
- +Laminated Japanese high carbon steel blade
- +Integrated chipbreaker minimizes tear-out
- +Durable oil-finished white oak body
- +Includes English setup instructions
Cons
- -Requires hammer adjustments before use
- -Slightly heavier two-handed tool body
Detailed Review
The KAKURI Large Japanese Hand Plane brings traditional kanna woodworking into your workshop for smoothing wood surfaces. Unlike Western-style push planes, this tool operates on a pull stroke, drawing toward your body. This pulling action allows woodworkers of all skill levels to make consistent, controlled cuts across boards while exerting less physical effort.
Crafted with a laminated Japanese high carbon steel blade backed by soft iron, the cutting edge is hand-sharpened by skilled craftsmen. It features a 60 mm blade width with a 50 mm cutting width, paired with a chipbreaker to control shaving thickness and reduce tear-out. The body is made from natural Japanese white oak and finished with oil, which helps the tool glide across workpieces while reducing warping from moisture and ambient humidity.
Sized at 10.2 by 3.0 by 2.8 inches, this large hand plane is designed to be gripped with both hands. Its balanced weight provides stability when flattening larger areas in a single pass. However, traditional Japanese planes do require initial setup and ongoing fine-tuning of the blade using a hammer before use, which is a different adjustment method than mechanical Western planes.
Verdict: The KAKURI 60mm hand plane is an excellent choice for beginners and experienced woodworkers who want the control and smooth finish of a traditional pull-style Japanese kanna. It delivers broad cutting coverage and durable oak construction, provided you are comfortable with hammer-based blade adjustments.
Specifications
- Country of Origin: Made in Japan
- Blade Material: Japanese high carbon steel (laminated steel with soft iron backing)
- Body Material: Japanese white oak (oil finished)
- Body Dimensions: 10.2 x 3.0 x 2.8 inches
- Blade Width: 60 mm (2.36 inches)
- Cutting Width: 50 mm (1.97 inches)
- Instructions: English
Who Should Buy It
A great fit if you:
- Want the control and reduced effort of a Japanese pull-style woodworking plane.
- Need a wide two-handed block plane to smooth large wood surfaces efficiently.
- Appreciate hand-sharpened laminated Japanese steel blades with built-in chipbreakers.
Consider something else if you:
- Prefer screw-adjustable Western push planes over hammer-adjusted wooden bodies.
- Need a small, compact one-handed block plane for tight detail work.
FAQ
How do you adjust the blade on this plane?
The blade requires fine-tuning with a hammer before use to set the proper cutting depth and alignment.
What are the cutting and tool dimensions?
The plane body measures 10.2 by 3.0 by 2.8 inches. It features a 60 mm (2.36-inch) blade width and provides an effective cutting width of 50 mm (1.97 inches).
Does this plane include directions?
Yes, it comes with instructions written in English.
Why is the wood body finished with oil?
The oil finish provides a smoother glide over wood surfaces and helps protect the white oak body from warping due to moisture and humidity.
Product Details
| Brand | KAKURI |
| ASIN | B00UD1M5I6 |
