This is a metal, handle-operated juicer from the early Showa era. Made by Ito Seisakusho Juicer Juicer Manual Fruit Juicer Hand Juicer Made in Japan - Type: Fruit juicer - Material: Metal - Design: Handle-operated - Operation: Manual How about this for those who collect old items? Includes replacement blades for carrots and apples. Instruction manual included. The box and instruction manual show signs of deterioration. Please understand that this is an old item before purchasing.