Japanese Red Oak handle with metal ring attached at the end, A high quality Japanese Seigen Saku socket chisel with Japanese laminated steel. The whole chisel itself has a well-balanced feel when in your hand with it's long blade, making it ideal for woodworkers. The back of the blade is also finely polished & hollowed, making the blade easy to re-sharpen whenever the need arises. The beveled edges help the chisel work with accuracy in tight spots; the triangular cross section on chisel makes it easy to insert into gaps, & is used for precise work such as the corners of mortises. The strong & durable Japanese Red Oak handle feels good in the hand & is excellent for when striking with a mallet.,Hardwick & Sons is pleased to offer quality tools from Japan for the many people who desire special & well-crafted tools. The wide variety of Japanese products that we offer come from the many craftsmen & toolmakers in Japan who have a special dedication to their skillful craft & art of toolmaking. Japanese Seigen Saku Laminated Chisel ~ 18 mm (11/16")