ARS Professional Bypass Pruning Shears VS-8Z 8-Inch /Total Length & Blade: 200mm/54mm / Weight: 220g High-Carbon Japanese Tool Steel [High-Tech Manufacturing Plant / Hard Chrome Plated Edge / Ergonomic Soft Non-Slip Grip]

Description

Engineered in Sakai, Osaka—Japan’s historic cutlery capital—by ARS Corporation (est. 1876), the VS-8Z Professional Bypass Pruning Shear (8-Inch) is an ergonomic, high-performance pruning tool designed for arborists, landscapers, and fruit growers.

The defining feature of the VS-8Z series is its specially contoured ergonomic grip. Designed to conform naturally to the palm, the non-slip handle distributes squeezing pressure evenly, drastically reducing hand fatigue during extended pruning sessions.

Forged from premium Japanese High-Carbon Tool Steel, the blade receives ARS’s signature Hard Chrome Plating, providing exceptional surface hardness, high rust resistance, and easy sap (Yani) cleanup. Equipped with an internal recoil shock-absorbing cushion to protect wrist joints from cutting impact, a single-handed one-touch safety lock, and a replaceable blade design (Kae-ba), the VS-8Z delivers reliable, smooth cutting performance for commercial and home orchard use alike.

Key Features & Craftsmanship:

 Ergonomic Hand-Conforming Grip: Specially contoured, non-slip handles provide a comfortable, secure hold that reduces pressure points and minimizes hand fatigue.

 Hard Chrome Plated Blade: Superior surface treatment provides extreme durability, rust protection, and sap resistance for smooth slicing action.

 High-Carbon Tool Steel: Precision Japanese high-carbon steel delivers long-lasting edge sharpness (Nagagire) and effortless cutting power.

 Shock-Absorbing Recoil Cushion: Built-in bumper dampens impact at the completion of each cut, protecting wrist, hand, and elbow joints.

 One-Touch Safety Lock: Simple single-handed locking mechanism allows fast, seamless locking and unlocking in the field.

 Replaceable Blade System (Kae-ba): Designed for easy component replacement to ensure a long tool service life.

Product Specifications

 Brand: ARS Corporation (Sakai, Osaka, Japan)

 Model: VS-8Z Professional Bypass Pruning Shears 8-Inch / 200mm

 Mechanism: Professional Bypass Cutting Action

 Total Length: 200mm (8 Inches)

 Blade Length: 54mm

 Weight: 220g

 Blade Steel: High-Carbon Japanese Tool Steel (Hard Chrome Plated Finish)

 Handle Material: High-Rigidity Frame with Ergonomic Non-Slip Coating

 Damping System: Integrated Shock-Absorbing Recoil Bumper

 Safety Lock: One-Touch Single-Handed Safety Catch

 Maintainability: Fully Replaceable Blade System (Kae-ba)

 Key Benefits: Superior Grip Ergonomics / Rust & Sap Resistant / Joint Protection / Fast Single-Handed Operation / Easy Maintenance

 Origin: Made in Japan