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Kuwa, Tsubame-Sanjo Trapezoid Hoe

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Kuwa, Tsubame-Sanjo Trapezoid Hoe
Kuwa, Tsubame-Sanjo Trapezoid Hoe
Kuwa, Tsubame-Sanjo Trapezoid Hoe
Kuwa, Tsubame-Sanjo Trapezoid Hoe
Kuwa, Tsubame-Sanjo Trapezoid Hoe
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A hand forged carbon steel hoe from Tsubame-Sanjo, with a longish arcing trapezoid head and Japanese oak handle. These are used with a chopping action to dig, break up, weed, and till soil amidst beds and borders. Proper use is a kind of circular chop and pull to loosen soil - this shouldn't be used as a prying tool despite tempting the shape. Like many Japanese tools these are carbon steel and can rust if left wet or stored damp, and are best lightly oiled if left for extended periods. Overall length is a little over 36cm, and the blade measures approximately 12.5cm by 7.5cm, and 18cm from heal to tip.

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Hand wash only, and never leave soaking. Dry immediately, followed with a light coating of camellia or a mineral oil. Store in a dry environment to prevent rust formation. A sharp knife is a safe knife — use a honing rod to keep a fine edge, and sharpen with a stone when necessary. Treat the wooden handle with a mineral oil when necessary to condition the wood and prevent warping and cracking.
  • Item Dimensions Total L36, Blade L12.5 x W7.5 x H18
  • Materials Carbon steel and Japanese oakwood
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A hand forged carbon steel hoe from Tsubame-Sanjo, with a longish arcing trapezoid head and Japanese oak handle. These are used with a chopping action to dig, break up, weed, and till soil amidst beds and borders. Proper use is a kind of circular chop and pull to loosen soil - this shouldn't be used as a prying tool despite tempting the shape. Like many Japanese tools these are carbon steel and can rust if left wet or stored damp, and are best lightly oiled if left for extended periods. Overall length is a little over 36cm, and the blade measures approximately 12.5cm by 7.5cm, and 18cm from heal to tip.

Care Advice

Hand wash only, and never leave soaking. Dry immediately, followed with a light coating of camellia or a mineral oil. Store in a dry environment to prevent rust formation. A sharp knife is a safe knife — use a honing rod to keep a fine edge, and sharpen with a stone when necessary. Treat the wooden handle with a mineral oil when necessary to condition the wood and prevent warping and cracking.
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  • Item Dimensions Total L36, Blade L12.5 x W7.5 x H18
  • Materials Carbon steel and Japanese oakwood
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