Mr. T came from Mie Prefecture!
Thank you very much for coming all the way from a very distant place.
We delivered a watch case to Mr. T about two years ago via mail order.
This is your first visit to Ikebukuro.
Now, what kind of watch case will you choose this time?
Two years ago...
We have delivered a watch case with an inlay of horse chestnut wood!
Here it is.
The tochi inlay case is
The top panel is made of glass, so you can see the clock! and it is also a quite popular case.
It is a white color with a mirror finish.
We have a very large number of female customers who order from us.
Customers who are interested can check it out here.
This time, something with a punch!
So Mr. T came all the way from Mie Prefecture.
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this.
The purpose of this project is to get a very high grade of black persimmon and Hawaiian koa.
I understand that you are considering
Just before the delivery, we had some very rare materials.
Let me show you for your reference.
This is a Honduran rosewood clock tray!
It is a very rare material that is regulated by the Washington Convention.
After repeated polishing and grinding, an oil finish is applied.
Then it's hard to tell from the image.
It brings together an indescribably sexy atmosphere.
It is also heavy in specific gravity, and its durability may exceed several hundred years.
Even after delivery, if you continue to diligently apply oil to the product
The sexiness of the image increased even more,
It is a material that we look forward to seeing gradually become a high-end antique.
By the way, the condition of the material is
Under the showcase like thisIt's hidden.Stock. Stocked.
I'm a customer of Soulbird.
There was a customs official present.
He said, "I don't get a chance to see actual rosewood very often."
When you visit us
We also show various rosewoods.
This Honduran rosewood is quite rare.
although
It is not as expensive as kurokaki wood or Hawaiian koa wood.
Please contact us if you are interested.
However, after delivery, oiling should be performed periodically.
This is only for those who "like" such things.
Also, it is a CITES regulated material.
It is assumed that the product will be used in Japan.
This Honduran rosewood has
Mr. T was very interested in the color, "Is it a natural hue? and he seemed to be very interested in it.
The purpose of this project seems to be a different kind of tree.
Even rarer timber.
So, let's start with
in an easy-to-understand manner
We are pleased to present an individual that has been completed up to the main body.
First, the rare pear burl wood!
This specimen has not had the white part of the wood removed from the tree, which appears near the bark.
It's a beautiful ambience of Hananashi burl wood.
It is often used in the interior instrument panels of luxury cars!
Some customers say, "It's a classic car, but unless it's a very classic car...
It is almost fake, like ⚫️⚫️ style.
This Pear Burl wood is not that ⚫️⚫️ style, but mono-honored.
Next, the silata, the part of the tree closest to the bark, is included.
Here is a rather wild - and wild - pear burl material.
It has already been banned for logging.
Seoul Bird uses table wood imported during the Edo period and other periods.
It is being dismantled and production is continuing.
I'm glad I took it apart,
The inside was in shambles! It is often the case that
Cost-wise, this is a very high-risk operation.
And then there are two pieces of wood synonymous with high quality: black persimmon wood with peacock mottled wood! (Kujaku-moku), two pieces!
Peacock grain is considered the most highly regarded of all kurokaki woods.
It features a fantastic grain that looks just like a peacock spreading its wings.
At this level, it is not simply a single degree of "grain.
It is expressed as "mokume.
It is a very rare individual.
each and every
Mr. T. was quite concerned about it.
In addition, we are also pleased to present the board material.
Hawaiian koa and black persimmon on planks
We have mentioned it extensively in past blogs.
These are two rare materials,
First, Hawaiian koa wood!
First is the material with silata.
When this kind of silata is removed from the wood and finished...
It's pretty wild! The atmosphere will be
The result is an individual with an irresistible level of quality.
Yields will be lower, but...
And it's hard to tell from the photo.
This is a fairly high grade board material in the 5A class.
These Hawaiian koa woods are
The availability of good grade lumber, both in the Hawaiian environment and in terms of exchange rates and other conditions.
It is becoming quite difficult.
These are Hawaiian koa woods, but if you look at them in their bare state, you will see that they are
It is a very fantastic grain,
It is also a material whose grade of grain is quite difficult to see once it is photographed.
For good measure.
Make the back paper of the shoot black-based.
If the wood is slightly wetted and photographed, the grain of the wood will appear more vivid.
However, when compared to the grain of the bare
It is a very overdone "heaping" image.
Not what I expected. ？？？？
to prevent misunderstandings from being created.
At Soulbird, we try to upload images that are as "unadorned" as possible.
If you are interested in this product, please come to Ikebukuro to see the actual product.
Experience the awesomeness of that Hawaiian koa wood.
And next is kurokaki wood,
Including those that are not yet available at the right time.
We have a variety of offerings.
First, the material is being seasoned on the ceiling!
I expect to be able to use it in about another year...hopefully.
And the ones that have finished seasoning are
This is how we stock it.
On one of those pieces of wood.
To make it easier to see the grain of the wood after mirror painting.
Blowing a little water on it...
Shades of black and white appear clearly.
Vibrant black persimmon!
"Oh!!!" Mr. T roared!
With this!" (exclaiming)
We received an immediate decision!
Thank you very much.
The body of the wood is already completed.
The balance between the top and side panels
We can easily determine if it fits your taste.
We believe this will be a safe choice for our customers.
and
Choose your own planks and order your own watch case."
And even acts that are too maniacal, such as
It is a mysterious world filled with romance.
And only one exists in the world.
So you can create a dreamlike memory of creating a fully customized watch case.
well
In the production of watch cases
One more important task remains.
This is the wood cutting (position selection) of the top panel.
Kurokaki wood is used this time.
You can use the reverse side, though,
Considering the balance of the wood grain, etc.
As per Mr. T's opinion.
This part! seems to be the best.
And if you allow me to take the customary commemorative photo...
Oops, that's an antique clock from Inter.
I'm getting older and older.
Mr. T told us that his interest in antiques is shifting little by little.
Indeed, we have heard such talk from many of our customers.
The unique individual differences not found in current products may be part of the enjoyment.
After Inter, the world of antique Patek! Maybe.
Soulbird would be happy to be of service to such customers.
We will produce it with great enthusiasm!
Mr. T, thank you very much for coming all the way from Mie Prefecture.
Please allow us a few moments.
postscript
Yes, speaking of antique Patek: ..... So.
Patek dealer who also uses Soulbird's watch trays.
Mr. "on be harf".
HODINKEE" had an article up!
The Emperor of Calatrava!
https://www.hodinkee.jp/articles/john-nagayama-japans-calatrava-king