Japanese Sickle 8-inch Blade Planes like the poll on most

like the poll on most axes is not designed for pounding on a wedge

The comfortable ergonomic handle allows for long periods of carving without hand fatigue

and is - by far - the best sharpening system we can find

best balanced “big saw” ever produced

into corners

Japanese Sickle 8-inch Blade Planes like the poll on mostA sickle is one of those rarely seen tools in today's gardening and farming tool market. They have become so rare that they are usually custom built for people. If your budget does not accommodate the custom built sickle, this is a great small version. The blade on this sickle is made of high carbon steel and will hold an edge well. The blade fits into a groove in the white oak handle and is pinned in place to ensure a long lasting connection. It is