Osakata Katatori Japanese Hand Made Bamboo Profile Gauge ①

Brand name: KASHIWAGIRI(柏桐), The name of the family crest (Kamon) in the center of the copper plate.

Weight:  174g

Size: 133mm x 128mm x 6mm 

Single bamboo skewer size: about 0.7mm x 2.1mm x 128mm

Material: Brass; Moso Bamboo

Accessories：Original box, 3 replacement bamboo skewers and set up stick.

Additional Information: Unused, in good condition. A rare find, preserved in a specialty tool shop for over 30 years. Now discontinued, this tool is highly prized by Sukiya-daiku for its precision and tradition.

The book featured in the last two photos is "Daiku Dogu-shu" (Collection of Carpentry Tools), published in 1984. This large-scale pictorial catalog systematically introduces Japanese carpentry tools and their craftsmanship, centered around the prestigious collection of the Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum.

“This was an invaluable templating tool for marking ink lines on the natural surfaces of untreated decorative logs (Makaza-maruta) and for restoring cultural properties, as it allows for precise shaping without damaging the wood's delicate texture.” —— 「The Heritage of OSA Bamboo Profile Gauge＿SUKIYA Carpentry and Joinery in KYOTO, converted fine weaving equipment. Advanced use of natural and excellent materials.」