Buffalo Horn Crafted Sumitsubo Japanese Ink Line by Jim Bode Tools
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| Management number | 213871335 | Release Date | 2026/04/12 | List Price | $36.00 | Model Number | 213871335 | ||
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This 8-inch long tool is a stunning wooden representation of the traditional Japanese ink line, known as a sumitsubo, which is thought to have originated in ancient Egypt and China. The sumitsubo holds significant spiritual importance, historically being left in newly constructed shrines or temples as a cherished item. Today, it's often given to master carpenters, who may then donate it to a shrine. Functionally, it's used to mark wood where cuts are to be made, similar to a Western chalk line. Its spacious well was designed to hold a wad of ink-saturated silk cotton, allowing the tool to pick up ink for marking when drawn through.
- Length: 8 inches
- Traditional Japanese Ink Line: A wooden example
- Purpose: Marking wood for cutting
- Design: Holds silk cotton saturated with ink
| Color | Dark |
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| Brand Name | jimbodetools |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Manufacturer | Jim Bode Tools |
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