{"product_id":"azumagawa-professional-pruning-secateurs-compact-model-total-length-blade-140mm-44mm-high-grade-special-steel-traditional-hand-forged-from-scratch-hollow-ground-back-twisted-blade-screw-joint-durable-blade-geometry","title":"Azumagawa Professional Pruning Secateurs Compact Model Total Length \u0026 Blade : 140mm \/ 44mm High-Grade Special Steel [Traditional Hand Forged from Scratch \/ Hollow Ground Back\/ Twisted Blade \/ Screw Joint \/ Durable Blade Geometry]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted by Azumagawa Horticultural Shear Works in Ono, Hyogo Prefecture—a historic center renowned for fine Japanese cutlery—these ultra-compact 140mm B-Type pruning secateurs (Model 976) exhibit exceptional artisan craftsmanship and build quality. Precision-forged from high-grade special steel, they undergo Azumagawa’s proprietary \"Maru-Yakiire\" full-quenching heat treatment, delivering remarkable edge sharpness and structural resilience in a pocket-sized frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing robust B-type blade geometry, this model provides excellent cutting strength, durability, and control for delicate pruning, flower harvesting, and precision fruit trimming. Its ultra-compact 140mm length fits comfortably into smaller hands or tool pouches, making it an ideal companion for gardeners, orchardists, and florists who require a nimble, light, yet exceptionally durable professional tool. Complete with a traditional handle-latch lock (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKanadome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), an authentic Hollow Ground Back (Urasuki), and hand-adjusted Hinari alignment for smooth, sap-resistant cutting action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBrand: Azumagawa (Ono, Hyogo)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eModel: B-Type Hand-Forged Compact Professional Pruning Secateurs (Model 976)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTotal Length \u0026amp; Blade: 140mm \/ 44mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSteel: High-Grade Special Cutlery Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeat Treatment: Proprietary \"Maru-Yakiire\" Full-Quenching Process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlade Profile: Durable B-Type Geometry (High Precision \u0026amp; Cut Stability)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLock Mechanism: Traditional Handle Latch (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKanadome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eJoint Type: Screw Joint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBack Finish: Authentic Hollow Ground Back (Urasuki \/ Sap \u0026amp; Resin Resistant)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlade Alignment: Hand-Adjusted Hinari Alignment for Smooth Crossover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures: Ono Hand-Forged Craftsmanship \/ Ultra-Compact 140mm Lightweight Frame \/ Superior Control for Fine Pruning \/ High Edge Durability \u0026amp; Sharpness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProcess: Traditional Hand-Forged \u0026amp; Hand-Finished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOrigin: Made in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Azumagawa Engei Basami Seisakusho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52838011470136,"sku":"93383-976","price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/6778\/4504\/files\/IMG-2709.jpg?v=1787446797","url":"https:\/\/niwakokoro.com\/products\/azumagawa-professional-pruning-secateurs-compact-model-total-length-blade-140mm-44mm-high-grade-special-steel-traditional-hand-forged-from-scratch-hollow-ground-back-twisted-blade-screw-joint-durable-blade-geometry","provider":"Niwa Kokoro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}