This item has been stored at home for a long time. This is a work by the last remaining craftsman of Hakata scissors. It is believed to have been purchased about 50 years ago. These scissors fit comfortably in the hand and are very good. It is believed that the number of existing items is quite small. #Grandfather's antiques Hakata scissors, with a history of about 700 years, are a traditional craft of Fukuoka City. They are "Hakata Basami" (Hakata scissors). They are masterpieces that combine the manufacturing methods used for Japanese swords with the skills of skilled craftsmen. It is not known whether these were made by the master craftsman Seiichi Takayanagi, who inherited and protected the technique alone, or by a craftsman from before him. m(_ _)m The inscription of the oldest and most prestigious brand, 【Shingetsu】, is engraved on them. With their sharp cutting edge and durability, they are also ideal for everyday use. As they are genuine artisan-made items with increasing rarity, they are also suitable for display or collection. ■ Can cut cardboard and other materials normally ■ Functional, with no problems in construction ■ Approximately 86g, total length approximately 17cm, iron that attracts magnets, steel ■ Although there are rust and dirt appropriate for the age, there are no problems with functionality. ⭐️Only those who understand antiques, vintage items, and used items, please. ⭐️Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive. Please read my profile m(_ _)m Tokisada Takayanagi scissors Handicrafts Japanese tailoring Western tailoring Scissors Scissors Scissors Razor Traditional crafts Japanese sword Blades Japanese scissors Made in Japan Craftsman's tools Sewing tools Craft Antique Retro Vintage Collector Crafts Premium Rare Rare item Masterpiece Art Antiques Handmade Hand-forged Tailor's scissors Rare Tradition Handmade High-quality scissors Flower arrangement Tea ceremony Calligraphy Sewing machine Tailor Patchwork Florist Collection MADE IN JAPAN Swordsmith Forging Master Nambu ironware katana Hakata scissors Japanese scissors Japan vintage Antique Japanese cutlery Tailor’s shears Sewing tools Japanese blacksmith Handmade scissors Japanese artisan Crafts Japanese scissors Hocho scissors Watarai scissors Echigo scissors Tsubame Sanjo scissors Tosa scissors Higo scissors Sakai scissors Shinshu scissors Tsugaru scissors Wooden scissors Kyoto scissors Opinel Morakniv Bark River Zero Tolerance Sakai Knife Custom knife Camp knife Folding knife