This high-quality hand forged Japanese pruners are made by Tobisho, a shears manufacturer located in Yamagata Prefecture, where hammer forging has been one of the local traditional arts.

Type A Hand-brazed series refers to pruning shears that have blades made with two or more brazed materials. It is said that only a few Japanese artisans master this metallurgical technology.

Features

• Made with Yasuki Aogami Hagane: the extra sharp and sturdy steel that is perfect for cutting tools.
• Excellent in friction resistance, its cutting capacity hardly declines even under heavy use.
• Brazed by hand of professional craftsmen.
• Round-edged blades make cutting smooth and effortless.
• An attached stopper on the end of the handle facilitates a compact storage.
• Suitable for general horticultural activities.

Care

• Avoid using on thick branches to ensure optimal performance.
• Do not twist the shears while cutting, as it may crack or otherwise damage the blade.
• Always carefully clean sap, dirt and moisture from blades after use.
• Carbon steel can be prone to corrosion, so thoroughly dry it, and store in a dry place.
• For long-storage, wrap blades with newspaper to wick away the moisture.
• Apply rust-prevention oil to the blades before storage if necessary.

Details

• Material: Yasuki Aogami specialty steel (blades, brass brazed) / white heart malleable cast iron, high-class steel (body, brass brazed)
• Length: 200mm
• Weight: 240g
• Note: Due to the characteristics of the metal used, the blade will change color over time, and a certain amount of patina and corrosion is to be expected.
• Made in Japan