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Mid-Century Japanese Pneumatic Right-Angle Sander / Polisher, c. 1950s–1960s
Viridian Eclection
$112.00
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Appraised value $128.80
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Mid-Century Japanese Pneumatic Right-Angle Sander / Polisher, c. 1950s–1960s The Piece A mid-century Japanese pneumatic right-angle sander or polisher, marked Japan, with a compact cast-metal head,...
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Mid-Century Japanese Pneumatic Right-Angle Sander / Polisher, c. 1950s–1960s
The Piece
A mid-century Japanese pneumatic right-angle sander or polisher, marked Japan, with a compact cast-metal head, black grip handle, lever trigger, threaded air inlet, and round sanding or polishing pad. The tool carries a silver-toned metal body with visible workshop wear, surface scuffs, oxidation, scratches, finish loss, and age-related patina throughout.
Its appeal is in the construction: heavy metal housing, mechanical hardware, and the compact industrial form typical of mid-century shop tools built for actual use.
History
Pneumatic sanders and polishers were essential tools in mid-century automotive, metalworking, fabrication, and finishing shops. Powered by compressed air rather than electricity, they were valued for durability, control, and repetitive use in demanding work environments.
This example is marked Japan and likely dates to the 1950s–1960s, aligning with Japan’s postwar period of expanding industrial and export tool production. The maker is currently unknown, but the tool’s cast-metal body, early right-angle form, lever trigger, black grip, and threaded air fitting support a mid-century date range.
Product Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Object | Pneumatic right-angle sander / polisher |
| Origin | Japan |
| Period | Mid-century, c. 1950s–1960s |
| Maker | Unknown |
| Markings | Marked Japan |
| Material | Cast metal body, metal hardware, black grip handle, sanding / polishing pad |
| Power Source | Compressed air / pneumatic |
| Condition | Vintage condition with surface scratches, scuffs, oxidation, finish wear, patina, and workshop residue throughout |
| Function | Untested unless otherwise noted |
| Use | Decorative display or workshop use at buyer’s discretion after inspection |
| Dimensions | Add final measurements |
| Price | $68 |
Why It Belongs In Your Home
This piece belongs in a collected workshop, garage wall, studio shelf, restoration space, or industrial display. Its compact form, Japanese origin, metal casing, worn surface, and utilitarian profile make it a strong small-scale object for anyone drawn to vintage tools and mid-century industrial design.
Style it with old clamps, planes, files, machinist pieces, paint tools, and hardware. It carries the presence of a tool that worked for a living, with the kind of honest surface modern decorative objects keep trying to fake.
Every piece is packed with professional-grade materials: multiple foam layers, double-boxing, directional and fragile handling labels. For large furniture we use custom timber crating. We photograph packing before dispatch and can provide images on request.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within 100 miles of Reno, NV. National shipping quotes provided at checkout. All shipments are photographed and documented. Damage claims must be filed with the carrier; we provide all documentation needed to support your claim.
Local pickup is available at Viridian HQ (Reno, NV) with 2–4 days notice. Contact us to arrange. Private viewings also available.
All antique and vintage items are sold as described and all sales are final. Each listing includes detailed condition notes and photographs so you can make a fully informed decision. We encourage buyers to ask questions — about condition, dimensions, finish, provenance — before purchasing.
Antiques are irreplaceable and one-of-a-kind. Carrier handling is outside our control once a piece has left our facility, and major carriers including FedEx do not insure antiques. We do everything within our power to ensure safe transit, but cannot accept liability for carrier damage. If damage occurs in transit, we will provide full documentation to support your carrier claim.
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