Hey everyone,
I'm considering getting a kanna to use as a smoother, and to start learning how to work with the different style of metal forms that the Japanese tools employ (ura, etc.). I've looked online, and I've been in contact with a gentleman near me in Canada who sells kannas. He recommended a Hitachi blue steel Yamamoto plane. I've seen a plane from Japan, Wago is the brand, and it was 54mm blue steel #1.
I have no experience with Japanese tools and I've read through most of B.Holcombe's blog posts, which has encouraged my asking for a Kanna for my birthday. Before I decide which one I might mention to my family members, I wanted to get some input on the worth in getting one of the previously mentioned planes. They're not outrageously expensive, and I think that makes some sense to practice on with never having tapped out a Japanese tool, etc.
Any input would be appreciated thanks. I'm not even going to bring up the bevel edged chisel that are relatively cheap at Lee Valley... Oops... I guess I did 😈
Rick