Sekikawa Rinkichi・関川林吉
Key History,
Characteristics, and Place of Origin Based in “Echigo Yoita”—a town with a long tradition of being known as a center for cutlery—the company has specialized in the manufacture of hand tools, particularly planes.
Trade Names and Marks Notable marks on their planes include “Sekimagoroku” and “Echigo no Jūnin Sekirin.” Passing Down the Craft: The exceptional blacksmithing skills and commitment to sharpness demonstrated by the founder, Sekikawa Rinkichi, were passed down to the next generation, Sekikawa Seikichi. Even today, the quality of these planes—which are easy to sharpen and cut exceptionally well—is highly regarded. Known among traditional tool enthusiasts and craftsmen as a master craftsman, he produced planes using high-quality steel—such as Aogami No. 1—and “Kamaji” (an ancient type of forged iron) as base metal, achieving both a sharp cutting edge and long-lasting performance (a balance of ease of sharpening and durability).
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from 1597 reviewsCouple times I had some question about my purchases and they respond very quick and thoughtful. The products I ordered are careful made and one of a kind.
I bought this Shione Swedish steel plane, as well as a 48mm Tsunesaburo with Super Blue steel and a 50mm Tsunesaburo plane with powder HSS for use with oak and other hardwoods. I was skeptical about HSS, thinking it would be difficult to sharpen properly and that it perform poorly compared to blue steel blades. However, I can produce a glass-smooth surface on American red oak with all three of these planes and it is difficult for me to tell the difference between them. It remains to be seen which one holds its edge the longest, but for initial use all three are excellent. They make my western planes look like junk toys.
Great shop fast shipping packaged extremely well very helpful
Great saw with an awesome handle wrap. This shop delivers quickly and packs products very well.
Fantastic! I love them, after some adjustments they work very well!
They have a great selection of gorgeous tools. I have made a number of purchases and received a great service every time. Very fast postage to Ireland.
Comes sharp and with an excellent finish. Really easy to use.

