Condition: Pre owned vintage Japanese Nakaya Yonesaburo double edge ryoba pull saw with substantial age related patina, oxidation, surface wear, and original traditional wrapped handleVintage Japanese double edge ryoba woodworking saw by Nakaya Yonesaburo, 中屋米三郎, featuring a traditional approximately 240mm steel blade and long spiral wrapped wooden handle.The maker inscription on the tang reads 中屋米三郎, identifying the saw as Nakaya Yonesaburo. Additional Japanese markings include 本目立, read hon-metate, terminology associated with the traditional final setting and sharpening of a Japanese saw’s teeth. Yonesaburo saws are documented by specialist Japanese tool dealers and are associated with traditional Japanese professional woodworking tools.This is a traditional ryoba style saw with cutting teeth along both long edges of the blade. One edge uses the larger tooth pattern associated with ripping along the grain while the opposite edge uses a finer pattern for crosscutting across the grain. Japanese saws cut primarily on the pull stroke, allowing the blade to remain comparatively thin while providing controlled woodworking cuts.The blade measures approximately 9.5 inches long, corresponding closely to the Japanese 240mm size class. It measures approximately 4 inches wide at the outer end and approximately 3 inches wide near the base. The handle measures approximately 12 inches long and overall length is approximately 23.5 inches.This example appears to be a mid 20th century Showa era professional woodworking saw, likely dating approximately from the 1950s through 1970s. The steel blade shows substantial age related oxidation, dark patina, staining, scratches, and surface discoloration from use and storage. Both tooth edges remain present and visually display the distinctive coarse and fine ryoba tooth patterns. The saw has not been professionally sharpened, cleaned, restored, or tested for cutting performance. The original traditional spiral wrapped handle remains attached and displays age related wear and soiling.Condition details:Vintage pre owned condition
Maker marked Nakaya Yonesaburo
Japanese marking 中屋米三郎
Hon metate marking 本目立
Traditional Japanese ryoba double edge pull saw
Approximately 240mm blade size
Blade measures approximately 9.5 inches long
Blade measures approximately 4 inches wide at outer end
Blade measures approximately 3 inches wide near base
Handle measures approximately 12 inches long
Overall length approximately 23.5 inches
Two different tooth patterns for rip and crosscut woodworking
Original traditional long wrapped handle
Blade shows substantial surface oxidation
Blade shows dark patina and age related discoloration
Surface scratches and staining present
Teeth remain visible along both cutting edges
Individual tooth condition has not been professionally evaluated
Sharpness has not been professionally evaluated
Saw has not been cleaned or restored
Handle wrapping shows age related wear and soiling
No blade guard or storage case included
Please review all photos carefully for exact conditionItem Details:Maker: Nakaya Yonesaburo
Japanese Maker Mark: 中屋米三郎
Marking: 本目立
Romanization: Nakaya Yonesaburo
Tool Type: Japanese Hand Saw
Saw Type: Ryoba
Style: Double Edge Pull Saw
Blade Size: Approximately 240mm
Blade Length: Approximately 9.5 in / 241mm
Blade Width at Top: Approximately 4 in
Blade Width Near Base: Approximately 3 in
Handle Length: Approximately 12 in
Overall Length: Approximately 23.5 in / 597mm
Blade Material: Steel
Blade Edge: Double Edged
Cutting Types: Rip Cut and Crosscut
Cutting Action: Pull Stroke
Handle Material: Wood with spiral wrapping
Handle Style: Traditional Japanese Long Handle
Vintage: Yes
Approximate Era: Mid 20th Century Showa Era
Approximate Date: 1950s–1970s
Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
Country/Region of Origin: Japan
Region Associated With Maker: Suwa, Nagano, Japan
Markings: Japanese Kanji Maker and Hon Metate Markings
Application: Woodworking, Carpentry, Joinery, Cabinetmaking
Features: Double Edge Blade, Traditional Handle, Japanese Maker Markings, Hon Metate Marking
Collectible: Yes
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