This item was used by my parents in their 80s. Unknown number of uses. The plane (kanna) blade shows no chips or rust. The exterior has markings in marker: ● Katsuo-bushi (dried bonito) shaver ● February 7, 2014 ● Name of the vendor who gave it ● Price: ¥1,500, etc. (See images 5-7) ★ The back of the plane (kanna) blade says "Katsuoshi / Aogami" (blue paper steel). (Please check image 4.) [Size] Please check image 8. Weight: Approximately 1180g Please purchase only if you understand that this is a used item. Shipping will be in a recycled cardboard box. Thank you for viewing.