Chikamasa T-55SKF Stainless Steel Antibacterial Fruit & Bud Snips 195mm/48mm Weight: 110g [Sakai Chikamasa Heritage / Antimicrobial Grip Handles / Rust-Resistant Japanese Stainless Steel / Ultra-Lightweight 110g / Extended 48mm Pointed Tip]

Description 

Manufactured in Sakai, Osaka—Japan’s legendary cutlery capital—by Chikamasa (established in 1910), the Chikamasa T-55SKF Stainless Steel Antibacterial Fruit & Bud Snips 195mm is a specialized sanitary trimming shear engineered for disease-conscious growers, fruit harvesters, and commercial greenhouse operators.

The hallmark of the SKF series is its antimicrobial (antibacterial) resin grip handles, designed to inhibit bacteria growth and maintain optimal hygiene when moving between sensitive crops, hydroponic setups, or fruit clusters. Paired with high-grade Japanese stainless steel blades, this shear resists rust, sap, and corrosive fruit acids, making it incredibly durable and easy to wash clean.

Weighing a featherweight 110g, the T-55SKF offers outstanding agility without hand or wrist fatigue. Its 195mm overall length and extended 48mm slender pointed blade provide deeper reach into dense foliage and fruit clusters than standard harvest snips. Whether thinning fruit, harvesting grapes and vegetables, or deadheading flowers, the T-55SKF combines sanitary protection, rust-free performance, and lightweight efficiency in one versatile tool.

Key Features & Craftsmanship:

 Sakai Chikamasa Heritage: Expertly designed by Japan’s leading agricultural shear maker with over 110 years of experience in commercial harvesting tools.

 Antimicrobial (Antibacterial) Handles: Specially treated resin grips prevent bacterial transfer, ensuring clean and hygienic crop management.

 Rust-Resistant Japanese Stainless Steel: High-grade stainless steel blades resist rust, moisture, and plant acids for simple wash-and-wipe maintenance.

 Extended 48mm Slender Reach: Longer pointed blade reach penetrates easily into tight crotches and deep fruit clusters without damaging surrounding produce.

 Ultra-Lightweight 110g Build: Exceptionally light design eliminates fatigue during hours of continuous, high-volume harvesting and pruning.

 Hygienic Commercial Utility: Perfect for disease-sensitive greenhouse crops, hydroponics, fruit harvesting, and floristry.

Product Specifications

 Brand: Chikamasa / Chikamasa Co., Ltd. (Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, Japan)

 Model: T-55SKF Stainless Steel Antibacterial Fruit & Bud Snips

 Tool Type: Sanitary Rust-Resistant Harvesting, Fruit Thinning & Bud Snips (Tekka-basami)

 Blade Geometry: Extended Fine Straight Pointed Profile

 Total Length: 195mm

 Blade Length: 48mm (from central pivot to tip)

 Weight: 110g (Ultra-Lightweight Class)

 Recommended Cutting Capacity: Soft green shoots, fruit stems, flower stems, and tender buds (up to approx. 2–3mm)

 Steel: Premium Japanese Stainless Steel

 Handle Material: Antibacterial/Antimicrobial Treated Resin

 Lock / Hardware: Precision Screw Joint & Traditional Handle Latch

 Key Benefits: Antimicrobial Protection / Superior Rust Resistance / Extended 48mm Reach / Ultra-Light 110g Handling

 Origin: Made in Japan