Staff Journal

A story about spatulas and tools used for engraving

This is Shindo, a MITUBACI craftsman. This time, I would like to introduce a tool for metal engraving, a spatula. You may not know what kind of tool a spatula is, so please take a look at the picture first. There are two types of spatulas: a thin metal rod with a different tip and a rod with a plastic-like tip. It looks like a pencil. The spatula is a tool to stroke the surface of metal...

Origin of the name of quartz and crystal

Have you ever heard of a gemstone called quartz? Here is some information about the beautiful icy quartz and the origin of its name. Hello, I am Yanagisumi, a craftsman! My name is Yanagizumi, and I am a craftsman. I would like to talk about a gemstone that I collect as a hobby. The stone I would like to introduce is a rough rock crystal! Stonemasons call it quartz (quartz) or...

Wedding Ring Placement Ideas and Situations

We have compiled a list of ideas for where to place wedding rings. Many people have a specific place for their wedding rings at home. However, there are probably many people who do not have a specific place for their wedding rings when traveling or at the office. We don't want to scratch or lose our precious wedding rings or jewelry. Cheap...

Life with Kaweco. fountain pen story

This is Shindo, a MITUBACI craftsman. This time I would like to talk about a very personal obsession, writing instruments. With the new year, and also on January 11, 2021, MITUBACI celebrates its 10th anniversary. With the spread of the coronavirus, people are still refraining from going out and eating out. We are moving toward something new...

Tools for Sukoya and Engraving

I am Shindo, a craftsman of Sukoya MITUBACI. This time, I would like to introduce "Sukoya". It is used for drawing right angles and checking right angles. It is also used to draw precise vertical lines. In the small world of jewelry, you probably don't need one so much, but it is a very useful tool to have. It is also used to draw a line straight...