Tools that empower

Uphold the old with the new

Our Promise

Zen-Wu (参物) Toolworks is dedicated to every woodworker who values tools that not only perform flawlessly but also inspire creativity without limitations. We focus on reimagining and perfecting essential hand tools, realizing them with uncompromising quality. Backed by a lifetime warranty and a 365-day worry-free return policy, every tool is delivered ready for immediate use. Unapologetically made in China.

Always sharp but sharpenable, lightweight yet shock absorbent, always ready and low maintenance

Tools without compromises

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  • Numbers for Edge Steels

    Numbers for Edge Steels

    Literally and figuratively, cutting edge technology. Comparing tool steel is a complicated business, it depend on how and where you use your tool, how you expect the tool to behave....

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    Numbers for Edge Steels

    Literally and figuratively, cutting edge technology. Comparing tool steel is a complicated business, it depend on how and where you use your tool, how you expect the tool to behave....

    2 comments
  • On Laminated Blades

    On Laminated Blades

    A long long existing solution. The world of woodworking demands attention to detail, a steady hand, and tools that are fit for the task. A plane is the cornerstone of...

    On Laminated Blades

    A long long existing solution. The world of woodworking demands attention to detail, a steady hand, and tools that are fit for the task. A plane is the cornerstone of...

  • On Pursuit of Absolute Finest

    On Pursuit of Absolute Finest

    For a better hand-tool world. A few days back, at the woodworking show, a good friend asked me a question: “why do you have to be the best? Why can’t it...

    On Pursuit of Absolute Finest

    For a better hand-tool world. A few days back, at the woodworking show, a good friend asked me a question: “why do you have to be the best? Why can’t it...

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