Working tool (6) - Japanese Carpentry Tool

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Japanese Traditional Carpentry Tool

Curved Planes (Magari-kanna) / Drawknives – 6-Piece Woodworking Tool Set

This is a set of seven traditional Japanese woodworking blades, including curved planes known as “Magari-kanna”, which were actually used in Japan by carpenters and woodworkers.
Each piece features a steel blade, with some fitted with wooden handles, and was traditionally used for surface shaping, rough carving, and forming logs or squared timber.

The curved blade profile and two-handed working style share functional similarities with Western drawknives, making this an interesting set for comparing traditional Japanese woodworking culture with European tool design.

All blades are made of hand-forged steel, showing visible hammer marks and the texture of the base metal, which reflects traditional blacksmith craftsmanship not found in modern mass-produced tools.
The wooden handles show natural wear and patina from long-term use, conveying the history of tools that were actively used in the field.

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Set Contents
• Curved planes with wooden handles (two-handed type): 3 pieces
• Blades only (without handles): 3 pieces

Sizes, shapes, blade widths, and degrees of curvature vary.
These are not uniform or standardized items.

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Condition (Important)
• Rust, scratches, and surface wear are present throughout
• Some blades show edge chips and wear from repeated sharpening
• Sharpening and adjustment are required before practical use
• Wooden handles may show cracks, wear, or old repairs
• Sold as-is

For practical woodworking use, buyers should expect to sharpen and adjust the tools themselves.

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Estimated Period
• Early to mid-20th century (approximately 1930s–1960s)

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Uses & Appeal
• Traditional Japanese carpentry and woodworking tool collection
• Reference material illustrating Japanese craftsmanship and hand tools
• Workshop or studio display
• Industrial or Japanese-modern interior decoration

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Notes
• Only the items shown in the photographs are included
• Actual color may vary slightly depending on monitor settings