Japanese chisels, or nomi, combine centuries-old forging traditions with modern woodworking precision. Made by laminating hard steel to softer iron, they excel in edge retention and control. Choosing ...

Every toolbox needs a decent chisel set, and inexpensive tools are available for DIY and jobsite use. Keen amateur or professional woodworkers might want to invest more, and there’s plenty of choice, ...

A chisel from around 400 years ago found at Daitokuji temple in Kyoto's Kita Ward is seen in this Oct. 18, 2022 photo. The carving, pictured in the foreground, matches the shape of the tool's blade.