Vintage Japanese Tool Giant Hand Plane Hira Kanna
This is a Japanese vintage hand plane tool, hira kanna. It is a woodworking tool made of hardwood and used for smoothing the wood surface. This kanna is uniquely oversized and heavy. It is meant to be stationary and sit atop a table or a pair of sawhorses while passing a wood piece over the top of it. The filed wood falls out the opening in the bottom.
- Wood, steel
- C1950
- Item weight: 12200 grams
- Packed weight: 13200 grams
- Approx. Body: 95.5 cm long x 14.5 cm wide x 11.5 cm thick; [Blade]: 135 mm
- Good condition. Marks, scratches. Some chips. Some cracks. Rust on the metal parts. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
