spokeshave; spoke shave
A woodworking plane with a short sole and handles on both sides, used for shaping curved surfaces such as spokes and chair legs. The term 南京 (Nanking) historically referred to imported or foreign-style tools.
The craftsman smoothly shaved the chair leg with a spokeshave.
Standard kanji spelling for this woodworking tool.
Mixed kanji-kana spelling; may be easier for learners to read.
Compound of 南京 (Nankin, 'Nanking') + 鉋 (kanna, 'plane'). The 南京 prefix historically indicated imported or foreign-style goods, though the exact origin of the tool name is uncertain.