Minamoto Hisamitsu, Kunihide & Others - Professional Carpentry Tools - Tool (4) - Hand Forged
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Set of four vintage Japanese kanna wooden planes with steel blades, dating from 1950–1960 and made in Japan, including Minamoto Hisamitsu and Kunihide makers, in vintage/used condition with varying wear and rust, each about 23–27 cm long, 5–8 cm wide and 3–5 cm thick, and weighing roughly 435–1073 g per plane.
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This is a curated set of 4 vintage Japanese wooden planes (Kanna), essential tools for traditional craftsmanship.
The lot includes prestigious makers such as "Minamoto Hisamitsu" (源久光) and "Kunihide" (国秀), along with other quality vintage planes.
[ Highlights of the Set ]
1. Minamoto Hisamitsu (源久光):
- A high-class plane labeled "High Quality" (高級).
- The sticker says "Sugu Tsukaeru" (Ready to use immediately), indicating it was tuned for professional performance.
- The blade is signed "Hisamitsu".
2. Kunihide (国秀):
- Features a distinctive "Hammered Finish" (Tsuchime) on the blade, a sign of hand-forged quality.
- A beautiful and rugged tool valued by collectors.
3. Other Vintage Planes:
- Includes two other vintage planes suitable for smoothing and detailed work.
- Ideally suited as a restoration project to bring out their full potential.
[ Condition ]
Vintage / Used condition.
- The "Minamoto Hisamitsu" appears to be in relatively good condition, while others show signs of use and rust appropriate for their age.
- The wooden blocks (Dai) have wear, scratches, and stains.
- Please verify the condition of each blade and block in the photos.
[ Dimensions (Range per item) ]
- Length: 23 cm - 27 cm
- Width: 5 cm - 8 cm
- Thickness: 3 cm - 5 cm
- Weight: 435 g - 1073 g (per plane)
[ Shipping ]
Total Shipping Weight: approx. 3.5 kg (including packaging).
Will be carefully packed in a sturdy box and shipped from Japan with tracking.
This is a curated set of 4 vintage Japanese wooden planes (Kanna), essential tools for traditional craftsmanship.
The lot includes prestigious makers such as "Minamoto Hisamitsu" (源久光) and "Kunihide" (国秀), along with other quality vintage planes.
[ Highlights of the Set ]
1. Minamoto Hisamitsu (源久光):
- A high-class plane labeled "High Quality" (高級).
- The sticker says "Sugu Tsukaeru" (Ready to use immediately), indicating it was tuned for professional performance.
- The blade is signed "Hisamitsu".
2. Kunihide (国秀):
- Features a distinctive "Hammered Finish" (Tsuchime) on the blade, a sign of hand-forged quality.
- A beautiful and rugged tool valued by collectors.
3. Other Vintage Planes:
- Includes two other vintage planes suitable for smoothing and detailed work.
- Ideally suited as a restoration project to bring out their full potential.
[ Condition ]
Vintage / Used condition.
- The "Minamoto Hisamitsu" appears to be in relatively good condition, while others show signs of use and rust appropriate for their age.
- The wooden blocks (Dai) have wear, scratches, and stains.
- Please verify the condition of each blade and block in the photos.
[ Dimensions (Range per item) ]
- Length: 23 cm - 27 cm
- Width: 5 cm - 8 cm
- Thickness: 3 cm - 5 cm
- Weight: 435 g - 1073 g (per plane)
[ Shipping ]
Total Shipping Weight: approx. 3.5 kg (including packaging).
Will be carefully packed in a sturdy box and shipped from Japan with tracking.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer-Brand
Minamoto Hisamitsu, Kunihide & Others - Professional Carpentry Tools
Weight
1051 g
No. of items
4
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Steel, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
27 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
Title additional information
Hand Forged
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