Antique Japanese Saw — Iron (SKU: 25D-526-1) -

Antique Japanese Saw — Iron, 1930s, Showa Era (SKU: 25D-526-1)

SKU:
25D-526-1
$200.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
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Antique Japanese Saw, Iron (SKU 25D-526-1)

Early Showa-era nokogiri blade with sculptural presence and rich aged patina.

This substantial antique Japanese saw iron features a boldly curved silhouette, wide blade and powerful, triangular teeth typical of traditional timber-working nokogiri. The surface has developed a deep, even rust patina over decades of use and storage, giving the piece a warm, earthy tone that reads as both industrial and wabi-sabi in a modern interior.

Retaining its simple wooden handle, the tool can be displayed leaning against a wall, hung as a graphic accent, or incorporated into a workshop or store vignette celebrating Japanese carpentry. As an original Showa-period implement, it brings authentic material history and a quietly dramatic sculptural line to any collection of antique tools or Japanese folk craft.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period (circa 1930s)
  • Material: Forged iron blade, wooden handle
  • Use: Traditional carpenter’s saw (nokogiri) for timber and lumber work; now ideal as decorative wall art or collection display
  • Features: Large antique Japanese saw iron with wide tapering blade; pronounced hand-cut teeth; original faceted wood handle; rich rust patina; strong wabi-sabi character and sculptural profile
  • Dimensions: --
  • Condition: Antique condition with uniform surface rust, wear and marks consistent with age and use; structurally sound and stable for display

A striking piece of Showa-era craftsmanship that celebrates the quiet beauty of a well-used Japanese tool.

 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.