Discounts available for bulk purchases♪* View a list of branding irons ⇒ #decora焼きごて Size: Diameter approx. 2.5 cm Length: approx. 22 cm ☆Product Description "Yaki-gote" (branding irons) are used to brand Japanese sweets such as dorayaki and manju. In addition: ・Marks or surnames to indicate who owns something. ・Marks that craftsmen and shops put on their products (Japanese sweets, wooden boxes, leather products, etc.). ・Auspicious patterns such as "Longevity," "Fortune," "Pine," and "Bamboo" as celebrations or good luck charms. etc. Meaning of symbols used for shop names and family crests: " Key: Straightforward and honest business ∧ Yama (Mountain): As high as a mountain, aiming for the top ○ Maru (Circle): Harmony, perfect and correct business □ Kaku (Square): Square and proper 一 Ichi (One): Aiming for the best, number one Showa-era branding irons were made of iron and heated directly over a flame to create scorch marks, which is characterized by a unique blurring and depth (indentation). I think it's also interesting to brand wooden products or press them directly onto ceramic art to create originality. "How to Use" Heat the branding surface directly with a fire such as a gas stove. The目安 is about 2-3 minutes. Press evenly onto a board, etc. Example of use: Image 7 ※ Be careful not to overheat, as the handle will also get hot! ☆Condition There is rust due to the iron. Since it is old, there is dust and dirt. ☆Other Notes You can purchase this product immediately. Please purchase after understanding that it is old, vintage, and antique. #decora焼きごて Showa retro, old tools, branding iron, branding, engraving Type: Miscellaneous goods Popular words: Antique, vintage, shabby, brocante, Showa retro, flea market, old tools