Sword Maintenance Tools - Brush washer - Wood
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A complete Sword Maintenance Kit of Japanese origin in a paulownia wood display box, for routine maintenance of Japanese swords including rust removal, old oil removal and application of fresh sword oil, with components such as sword oil, tonoko powder ball, mekugi-nuki, wiping cloth and small consumables box.
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Name: Sword Maintenance Kit (Complete Set of Sword Care Tools)
Origin: Japan
Storage: Original paulownia wood display box
Purpose: Routine maintenance of Japanese swords—including rust removal, removal of old oil, application of fresh sword oil, and general preservation.
Kit Components
Sword Oil
Specialized protective oil that seals out air to prevent the blade steel from rusting.
Powder Ball
A spherical tool featuring a bamboo handle and a cloth pouch filled with polishing powder (*tonoko*). Gently tapping the blade surface releases the powder to remove old oil and grime and to clean the steel; this is a core tool for sword maintenance.
*Mekugi-nuki* (Retaining Pin Remover)
Made of brass, featuring a long, textured handle for a secure grip. One end serves as a hammer to tap out the *mekugi* (retaining pin) for disassembling the hilt; the brass material prevents damage to the sword's fittings.
Wiping Cloth
Specialized *washi* paper or cloth used for wiping off old oil and applying fresh protective oil; do not use ordinary paper towels, as they may scratch the blade surface.
Small Consumables Box
Contains spare wiping cloths and oil-removal materials for replacement.
Name: Sword Maintenance Kit (Complete Set of Sword Care Tools)
Origin: Japan
Storage: Original paulownia wood display box
Purpose: Routine maintenance of Japanese swords—including rust removal, removal of old oil, application of fresh sword oil, and general preservation.
Kit Components
Sword Oil
Specialized protective oil that seals out air to prevent the blade steel from rusting.
Powder Ball
A spherical tool featuring a bamboo handle and a cloth pouch filled with polishing powder (*tonoko*). Gently tapping the blade surface releases the powder to remove old oil and grime and to clean the steel; this is a core tool for sword maintenance.
*Mekugi-nuki* (Retaining Pin Remover)
Made of brass, featuring a long, textured handle for a secure grip. One end serves as a hammer to tap out the *mekugi* (retaining pin) for disassembling the hilt; the brass material prevents damage to the sword's fittings.
Wiping Cloth
Specialized *washi* paper or cloth used for wiping off old oil and applying fresh protective oil; do not use ordinary paper towels, as they may scratch the blade surface.
Small Consumables Box
Contains spare wiping cloths and oil-removal materials for replacement.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
Wood
Designer/artist/maker
Sword Maintenance Tools
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1980-1990, 1990-2000
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