Trying to learn about this chisel...

[steven c newman]

That came all the way from Okinawa, Japan
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The handle is solid, no cracks found. Finish?
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The hollow in back.....good, bad? Fix?
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The main and only bevel.....and it is quite sharp..
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The iron hoop was a tad rusty...seems to be tight.

Width is about 12mm or so. Close to 1/2". Might be worth the $11.50 spent on it?:confused:

[Paul Sidener]

Japanese chisels usually come with a hollow on the back. You got a good deal getting it for $11.50.