Vintage "Kote Maru" Round trowel chisel set

Vintage "Kote Maru" Round trowel chisel set

$495.00

Vintage Japanese “Kote Maru” chisel set with ten round trowel blades, laminated steel and hardwood handles. A rare boxed collection for craftsmen and collectors, dispatched from Perth Australia.

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Description

Complete Vintage Set of Japanese Round Trowel Chisels

This vintage “Kote Maru” set offers ten traditional Japanese round trowel chisels in their original wooden case. Dispatched from Perth, Australia, the collection is suited to both working craftsmen and collectors of rare Japanese woodworking tools.

Each chisel features a laminated steel blade paired with durable hardwood handles, designed for curved finishing, smoothing, and plasterwork. The set covers a range of profiles, allowing precise shaping across different projects. These chisels reflect the quality and forging standards of Japan’s Showa–Heisei era toolmaking, and remain in excellent boxed condition.

Maintain chisels with regular honing on waterstones and protect blades with a light coat of camellia oil. Avoid prolonged moisture exposure and store in the original case where possible. For further care tips, see our guide on Japanese woodworking tool maintenance.

Tip: “Kote Maru” refers to curved plaster trowel chisels, valued for finishing smooth, round forms in both joinery and plasterwork.

Specifications
  • Sizes stocked: full set of 10 chisels
  • Steel stocked: laminated carbon steel (Shirogami)
  • Other sizes available to order: vintage set only, no reorder possible
  • Handles: hardwood, turned and fitted
  • Joint: ferrule reinforced
Maintenance

Hone regularly on a waterstone and apply a thin coat of camellia oil after use. Store dry in the original case to prevent corrosion. Avoid prolonged exposure to humidity or water.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are these chisels functional or collectible?

They are fully functional laminated steel chisels, but due to their age and condition many buyers consider them collectible display pieces.

What is included in the set?

The set includes ten chisels with hardwood handles in a fitted wooden storage case with Japanese inscriptions.

What steel are the blades made from?

The chisels are forged from laminated carbon steel, Shirogami (White Paper Steel), typical of Japanese chisels from this period.

Can I order replacements or single chisels?

No. This is a vintage one-off set and cannot be reordered. Individual chisels are not available separately.

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