Vintage Kichiichirō 10-Piece Oire Nomi Set | Made in Japan | Unused

This is a rare vintage 10-piece Japanese Oire Nomi (bench chisel) set by Registered Kichiichirō, produced in Japan during the late Showa era, circa 1970s.

This complete set features distinctive Four-Ura hollow-back blades and traditional Ooiire (large-socket) construction. The Four-Ura design helps reduce sharpening resistance while maintaining a precise and durable cutting edge.

The chisels are fitted with premium ebony handles, providing excellent balance, durability, and a refined appearance. The maker's stamp features the distinctive old-form kanji for “Kichi,” with three stacked “seven” radicals, a characteristic mark associated with Kichiichirō.

The entire set remains unused and has been carefully preserved as long-term vintage deadstock.

Condition

Unused, long-term preserved deadstock

Original factory condition

Four-Ura hollow-back blades

No final Honba sharpening has been performed

Katsura remains in its original condition

Premium ebony handles

Original chisel box included

The original paper-covered outer box was deteriorated due to age. The upper lid section has been carefully trimmed and retained as part of the set. The box ears have been removed, and only the lid portion is included.

Minor storage marks and natural patina may be present due to age.

Specifications

Maker: Registered Kichiichirō

Origin: Japan

Type: Oire Nomi (bench chisels)

Pieces: 10-piece complete set

Back: Four-Ura hollow back

Construction: Ooiire (large-socket)

Handles: Ebony wood

Box: Original chisel box included; trimmed upper lid section of the original paper-covered outer box also included

Era: Late Showa, circa 1970s

This rare Kichiichirō 10-piece Oire Nomi set, featuring Four-Ura blades, ebony handles, and traditional Ooiire construction, is an attractive piece for collectors of traditional Japanese woodworking tools.

The complete unused condition, distinctive blade construction, premium ebony handles, and surviving original packaging give this set strong collectible appeal.

At the same time, the chisels remain fully functional and are well suited to professional woodworking, fine joinery, and traditional Japanese craftsmanship.