Komasuki - A deep U-shaped gouge used for clearing non-print areas and as with western woodcut or linocutting the tool can be used for carving straight or curved gouges and can be very expressive.

• Craftsman made professional tools
• High performance two part stee
• Long blade to move up as it wears down over time
• Cherrywood handle
• Sold singularly, choose your size
• Sizes; 1.0mm, 2.0mm, 6.0mm or 7.5mm

The great legacy of blade technology in Japan and the requirement for precision carving in the production of Ukyo-e prints gave rise to the development of carving tools such as these. Crafted from a high-quality two-part steel: a high carbon steel which holds the cutting edge, laminated to a softer steel which provides strength with a little flexibility to help prevent breakage. The tools leave the factory very sharp so please take care when handling.

They are designed with a long blade that as it is sharpened down can be moved forward within the handle