A 240mm double-edged pull saw (Ryoba Nokogiri) hand-forged in Banshu Miki, Hyogo Prefecture bearing the name Miyano Sukehiro (宮野 助廣). During Miki's most productive era, skilled smiths adopted the respected "Miyano" name as a personal hallmark, stamping their finest professional works with it as a mark of quality — a cultural practice that makes pieces bearing this name a reflection of the highest standards of the period. Forged in White Paper Steel (Shirogami), the blade offers the acute edge sharpness and ease of re-sharpening that professionals sought in a fine saw. The hand-engraved signature on the tang and the original vintage paper sleeve attest to the care with which this piece was produced and stored. A rare Grade A survivor from that era.
| Maker Name | Miyano Sukehiro (宮野 助廣) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Banshu Miki, Hyogo, Japan |
| Type | Ryoba Pull Saw (両刃鋸 — double-edged) |
| Making Method | Hand-Forged |
| Blade Length | 240 mm (approx. 9.4") |
| Total Length | 510 mm (approx. 20.1") |
| Weight | 135 g (approx. 4.8 oz — blade only) |
| Steel | White Paper Steel (Shirogami / 白紙鋼 — Yasuki White Steel) |
| Signature | Hand-engraved — on blade tang |
| Listing Includes | Blade + original vintage paper sleeve — no handle included |
| Condition | Grade A — Unused NOS — minor storage marks; teeth unused |
Steel type is identified as White Paper Steel (白紙鋼 / Shirogami — Yasuki White Steel) based on information provided by our wholesale supplier at the time of purchase. Official mill certification is not included. Shirogami is a high-purity high-carbon steel produced by Hitachi Metals (Yasuki Works), valued for exceptional edge sharpness and ease of re-sharpening — qualities that made it a preferred choice for fine hand-forged saw blades.
Originally unused stock (New Old Stock / NOS), listed as "Used" for transparency due to signs of long-term storage. The blade is well-preserved in Grade A condition — the teeth are unused and the blade is structurally intact. Minor signs of age and storage are present as expected from decades in inventory. The hand-engraved signature on the tang is clearly legible. The original vintage paper sleeve is included and shows age-related wear consistent with its provenance. 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 Shirogami 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 experience — it is recommended to engage a professional saw filer (目立て職人) rather than attempt it without the appropriate skill and equipment.
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