This heavy-duty socket U gouge is created by Michihamono, a renowned producer of premium carving tools located in Japan. The sharp blade of this tool is forged from high-quality Japanese white steel, which has excellent edge retention and is easy to re-sharpen, making it ideal for woodcarving. Additionally, this wonderful tool comes with an oak wood handle that is easy to grasp and gives superior carving control. The hardwood handle includes a metal ring at the end to keep it from breaking or splitting when struck with a mallet.Corners and edges of your wood projects will be smoothed out with this woodcarving U gouge. Carving round channels or flutes can also be done with this woodworking tool.Approximate Dimensions & Product Data:• Blade Material: White Steel No. 2• Blade Width: 24mm• Handle Material: Oak wood• Total Length: 220mmPlease note: The blade edge is sharp, keep out of the reach of children. Store without the blade contacting any hard surface to avoid dulling the cutting edge.Kindly note, as these tools are hand crafted, there may be a slight variation in the angle of the blade relative to the handle and/or shank, this will vary from tool to tool. Please be assured this variation is normal and will not affect the quality or efficacy of this tool.