Wazakura Japan – Stainless Yasugi Steel Satsuki Bonsai Scissors

Description

【Specification】

Size: L 180 × W 74 × H 13 mm (L 7.09 × W 2.91 × H 0.51 inch)

Weight: 106g (3.74oz)

Material: SLD Alloy Tool Steel ※SLD is a registered trademark of Hitachi Metals, Ltd. Origin: Japan (Sanjo, Niigata prefecture)

【Made in Japan by 3rd generation of artisans】

Real Japanese bonsai shears handforged by third generation of bonsai tools artisans in the city of Sanjo, in Niigata Prefecture. Sanjo is known since 17th century for the metalwork skills of their artisans and blacksmiths.

【Yasugi Specialty Stainless Steel】

Bonsai tools made of Yasugi Specialty Steel, a unique steel produced only in Japan. Yasuki steel is made in the Hitachi Metals plant in Shimane prefecture (Japan). It is created by combining iron and steel, removing impurities (phosphorus, sulfur, etc) that reduce sharpness, and forging and rolling the steel many times with hot processing. The characteristics Yasugi Steel tools are extra strong, wear-resistant and long-lasting sharp tools.

【Clean Cut, Heavy Duty Yasugi Scissors, Sharp Edge】

With a short rounded but pointed edge, it severs flower fibers cleanly resulting in better water absorption. The length of the blade makes it ideal for detailed work, but not suitable for thick branches. *Tips of the scissors might crossed a bit. This is not a defect of the product and can be easily adjusted.

【Trimming/Thinning Use, Japanese Bonsai Master Approved】

The satsuki bonsai scissors are primarily designed for trimming and delicate work in thin branches and narrow spaces. It can be used for branches of up to 1/8 inch (4mm) in diameter. The scissors that Japanese bonsai masters reccommend since you do not need much force for pruning and trimming.

【Slim Shape】

With a small handle and a long body, this slim design separates the hand far from the blade, allowing the user to reach deeper places with precision