These traditional Tobisho secateurs are forged in Yamagata from high-carbon steel, these secateurs marry exquisite balance with a silky, razor-sharp cut. The blade is subtly hollow-ground, reducing friction for a cleaner, smoother slice every time.
Crafted from a single piece of premium Yasugi steel—from tip to handle—these secateurs honour the classic A-Type shape while embracing modern production techniques. The result is a strong yet lightweight tool that sits comfortably in your hand, ready for all-day use.
Exceptional steel that keeps its edge beautifully—but not for mad hacking and certainly not for opening paint tins…
- Clean with a Clean Mate, Rust Eraser and sap eraser
- Sharpen with a #1000 grit stone
- Protect with Camellia Oil
- Watch out with these - as Japanese steels get better, and sharper, so they get more brittle
- 236g
- 200 x 53 x 18mm
- 50mm blades
- Max cut Ø15mm
- YCS-3 Steel
- Vinyl Grip handles
- Made in Japan
Specifications - Small:
- 227g
- 190 x 56 x 20mm
- 50mm blades
- Max cut Ø15mm
- YCS-3 Steel
- Vinyl Grip handles
- Made in Japan
Usage:
- Japanese steel is hard and sharp. To avoid chips and preserve the steel edge, do not cut wire, metal, stone, or plastic.
- Do not twist or apply uneven pressure
- It’s better to cut diagonally across branches (not straight across), so you cut along the fibres
- For heavier cuts, make sure you’re using the base of the blades (not the tips)
How to get the most out of these pruners:
- Clean with a Clean Mate, Rust Eraser and sap eraser
- Sharpen with a #1000 grit stone
- Protect with Camelia Oil
- Watch out with these as Japanese steel gets better and sharper so they get more brittle
Shipping
New Zealand customers: We ship most products to NZ addresses by tracked Courier Post. Allow 2-6 working days for receipt of goods. Larger items may be sent direct from supplier.
International customers: Products featuring an "Available for International Delivery" icon are available to be shipped to Australia, Canada, UK and USA with NZ Parcel Post or DHL.
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Returns
All of our products have been thoroughly tested in the marketplace. If, however, you are not happy with any aspect of your purchase, you can return it within 30 days of the purchase date, provided it is unused and in the original packaging, with no questions asked. May exclude sale or end of line items as clearly indicated at time of purchase. Visit our Shipping & Returns page for more information.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
New Zealand customers: We ship most products to NZ addresses by tracked Courier Post. Allow 2-6 working days for receipt of goods. Larger items may be sent direct from supplier.
International customers: Products featuring an "Available for International Delivery" icon are available to be shipped to Australia, Canada, UK and USA with NZ Parcel Post or DHL.
Visit our Shipping & Returns page for more information.
Returns
All of our products have been thoroughly tested in the marketplace. If, however, you are not happy with any aspect of your purchase, you can return it within 30 days of the purchase date, provided it is unused and in the original packaging, with no questions asked. May exclude sale or end of line items as clearly indicated at time of purchase. Visit our Shipping & Returns page for more information.
