A 210mm double-edged pull saw (Ryoba Nokogiri) hand-forged by Nakaya Eikichi (中屋 栄吉) of Shinshu Suwa, Nagano Prefecture — a region with over 200 years of saw-making history, designated as a traditional craft of Nagano Prefecture. Shinshu saws are renowned for exceptional quality; blades of this lineage have historically been used in sacred ceremonies at the Suwa Taisha Shrine. The craftsman who made this tool is no longer in production, and the techniques he employed cannot be passed on. The blade carries his hand-engraved signature — a mark of personal authorship found only on work of this calibre. Offered here as an unused blade, in the care of whoever values what it represents.
| Blacksmith | Nakaya Eikichi (中屋 栄吉) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shinshu Suwa, Nagano, Japan |
| Type | Ryoba Pull Saw (両刃鋸 — double-edged) |
| Making Method | Handmade (hand-forged blade) |
| Blade Length | 210 mm (approx. 8.3") |
| Steel | Yellow Paper Steel (Yasuki Kigami / 安来黄紙鋼) |
| Signature | Hand-engraved — "Nakaya Eikichi" on blade |
| Listing Includes | Blade only — no handle included |
| Box | Not included |
| Condition | Unused NOS — minor surface marks from storage; teeth unused |
Steel type is identified as Yasuki Yellow Paper Steel (黄紙鋼 / Kigami) based on information provided by our wholesale supplier at the time of purchase. Official mill certification is not included. Yellow Paper Steel is a high-carbon tool steel produced by Hitachi Metals (Yasuki Works), valued for its toughness and suitability for saw blades.
Originally unused stock (New Old Stock / NOS), listed as "Used" for transparency due to signs of long-term storage. Some surface dirt and age-related marks are present as expected from extended time in inventory. The teeth are unused and the blade is structurally intact. The hand-engraved craftsman's signature is clearly legible. This is a one-of-a-kind item with no restock available. Please review all photos carefully to judge the condition for yourself. You will receive the exact item shown.
This hand-forged blade supports traditional re-sharpening (目立て / metate), allowing the teeth to be restored when cutting performance diminishes over time. Re-sharpening of traditional Japanese pull saws requires specialist tools and skill — it is recommended to engage a professional saw filer (目立て職人) rather than attempt it without experience. Traditional saws of this type may also benefit from light adjustment to tooth set before first use, depending on your specific woodworking needs.
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