Various Master Smiths (including Shuetsu 秀悦) - Working tool (5) - Restoration Project

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A lot of five vintage Japanese kanna wooden planes with blades of steel and iron, dating to 1970–1980 and originating from Japan, offered as a Restoration Project with signs of aging and rust on the blades, the largest around 27.5 cm long and total weight about 4.25 kg, including a piece with the Shuetsu golden label.

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This is a collection of 5 vintage Japanese wooden planes (Kanna), essential tools for traditional "Daiku" (Carpentry).
The lot includes various sizes and makers, including a piece with the "Shuetsu" (Excellent) gold label.

[ The Appeal of Japanese Steel ]
Japanese planes are famous for their "Hagane" (High Carbon Steel) blades, which can be sharpened to a razor-like edge.
Although these blades show rust and signs of long-term storage, the steel quality remains. This set is an ideal "Restoration Project" for tool enthusiasts who enjoy restoring vintage tools to their former glory.

[ Condition ]
Vintage / Used condition.
- The blades have rust and need sharpening/maintenance.
- The wooden blocks (Dai) have wear, scratches, and stains from age.
- Please consider them as a base for restoration.
- Sold as a set of 5.

[ Dimensions (Reference) ]
Largest Plane: approx. 27.5 cm x 8 cm
Smallest Plane: approx. 24 cm x 6 cm
Thickness: approx. 3 cm - 4 cm
Total Weight: approx. 4.2 kg

Shipping:
Will be carefully packed in a sturdy box and shipped from Japan with tracking.

This is a collection of 5 vintage Japanese wooden planes (Kanna), essential tools for traditional "Daiku" (Carpentry).
The lot includes various sizes and makers, including a piece with the "Shuetsu" (Excellent) gold label.

[ The Appeal of Japanese Steel ]
Japanese planes are famous for their "Hagane" (High Carbon Steel) blades, which can be sharpened to a razor-like edge.
Although these blades show rust and signs of long-term storage, the steel quality remains. This set is an ideal "Restoration Project" for tool enthusiasts who enjoy restoring vintage tools to their former glory.

[ Condition ]
Vintage / Used condition.
- The blades have rust and need sharpening/maintenance.
- The wooden blocks (Dai) have wear, scratches, and stains from age.
- Please consider them as a base for restoration.
- Sold as a set of 5.

[ Dimensions (Reference) ]
Largest Plane: approx. 27.5 cm x 8 cm
Smallest Plane: approx. 24 cm x 6 cm
Thickness: approx. 3 cm - 4 cm
Total Weight: approx. 4.2 kg

Shipping:
Will be carefully packed in a sturdy box and shipped from Japan with tracking.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer-Brand
Various Master Smiths (including Shuetsu 秀悦)
Weight
4250 g
No. of items
5
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Iron, Steel, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
27.5 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated Period
1970-1980
Title additional information
Restoration Project
JapanVerified
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Objects sold
Private

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