I purchased this item about five years ago at a local department store and used it for about a year before displaying it in a Japanese-style room for appreciation. I sent it to Torayama for maintenance this summer with the intention of using it again, but I don't think I will, so I am putting it up for sale. It is in beautiful condition as it has been maintained. ■ Product Description This is an iron kettle made using "satetsu" (iron sand), a rare material. Compared to regular iron kettles, it is harder and less prone to rust. Also, the surface has a beautiful polished finish, making it ideal for display rather than daily use. Please make a careful judgment based on the photos. ■ Product Details ・Size: Approximately W21cm x D18cm x H25cm / Base diameter 9cm ・Capacity: Approximately 1.7 liters ・Weight: Approximately 2kg Please forgive minor discrepancies in measurements due to personal measurement. ・Material: Satetsu (iron sand) ・Finish: (Inside) Kamayaki finish, (Surface) Polished ・Finish Color: Black Silver ・With box ・Instruction manual with contact information for the maintenance technician Torayama Kobo's products are "Traditional Crafts" designated by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, based on the Act on the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries (Act No. 57 of 1974). Most of the products are still made by hand by craftsmen. Thank you.