This is an iron kettle from "Hobundo," a brand of "Oisei Casting Works," a prestigious maker of Nambu ironware, a traditional craft of Iwate Prefecture. Purchased approximately 20 years ago and carefully stored ever since. This is a genuine, rare item, featuring "complete gold-stopping" by skilled craftsmen, a technique that is difficult to find today. ■Rarity and Features of This Product ●Traditional "Complete Gold-Stopping" Technique As stated in the pamphlet, it has undergone high-temperature firing (oxidation film treatment) using charcoal fire. This is a high-grade specification that maximizes the original functions of Nambu ironware, making the water milder and allowing for iron supplementation. You can enjoy authentic hot water, a cut above teapots with enamel coating on the inside. ●"Nambu Ironware" Engraving on the Body There is an engraving that indicates that it is genuine Nambu ironware. ●Traditional Arare (Hailstone) Pattern The beautiful arare pattern, which showcases the skill of the craftsmen, has a sense of weight and is a style befitting a lifetime piece. The generous 1.5L size looks great even on a stove. ●Fixed Handle It has a stable and sturdy fixed handle, as seen in traditional high-end iron kettles. ■Capacity and Condition Capacity: Approximately 1.5L When listing, I measured it with a new plastic bag inside to prevent the body from getting wet. I have confirmed that it can hold 1.5L of water. ●Condition Used only twice to boil hot water. The inside is also very clean, but there is slight rust due to aging on the connection part of the handle. Although it does not affect the function of the body or the water boiled, please consider this item only if you understand it as a characteristic of a vintage item. It is a Nambu ironware in very good condition, considering it is 20 years old. ■Specifications Capacity: Approximately 1.5L Accessories: Explanation pamphlet (valuable material that shows the historical background at the time) *Please note that there is no box. ■About Shipping As it is a delicate craft item, it will be carefully wrapped in cushioning material and placed in a suitable cardboard box, and shipped via "Rakuraku Mercari Bin." This item conveys the pride of the craftsmen of the time, who believed that "the older it is, the better the craftsmanship." I would like to sell it to those who appreciate authenticity and those who are health-conscious. #NambuIronware #IronKettle #Hobundo #OiseiCastingWorks #TraditionalCrafts #LifetimeItem #HotWater #Health #TeaUtensils #Antique #Vintage #Retro #Arare #Hailstone #1.5L