Antique Japanese Meiji period Tobiguchi -Fireman s hook 51 cm.

This is a version carried at the belt by the fire brigade officers Hikeshi.Not the common 2m pole version.Hand forged iron with laquered hardwood shaft with retainings rings.Original black laquer with age wear and shaft cracks consistent with more 100 years old.Iron retains stable black patina.all fiftings solid.Tobiguchi were used by Edo / Tokyo fire brigades tu pull down burning structures and for riot control. the sashimono format was the officer s version worn at the belt at both tool and rank symbol.Perfect addition for collectors .

Price : 290 Euros

Tobiguchi