Hanjiro Double-Edged Bud Trimming Scissors Total Length & Blade 180mm/63mm Weight: 180g High Carbon Steel [Traditional Hand Forged from Scratch / Hollow Ground Back / Twisted Blade / Screw Joint / Bottom Lock]

Description

Handcrafted in Ono City, Hyogo Prefecture—the historic heartland of traditional Banshu blacksmithing—Hanjiro tools are forged by master blacksmiths dedicated to classic Japanese blade-making traditions. The Authentic Double-Edged Bud Trimming Scissors 180mm is a master-grade, specialized shear engineered specifically for delicate bud thinning, fine shoot selection, and surgical canopy work where cut cleanly and plant health are paramount.

Unlike hybrid pruners designed for thicker wood, this shear features a symmetrical double-edged (Ryoba) blade geometry. Two razor-thin, razor-sharp blades meet precisely from both sides, slicing cleanly through soft green stems and tender growth without crushing or pinching delicate plant fibers. This clean cut minimizes wound trauma, allowing plants and bonsai to heal rapidly while reducing susceptibility to disease.

Weighing an exceptionally agile approx. 180g, its compact 185mm frame is paired with a slender, pointed 63mm blade profile that slips effortlessly into crowded pine candle networks, tight leaf crotches, and dense foliage without bruising surrounding stems. Hand-forged from premium high-carbon cutlery steel, it features traditional 3D hollow back-grinding (Urasuki) to prevent sap adhesion and expert crossover tuning (Hinari) for smooth, line-of-contact cutting from base to tip. Complete with a traditional bottom metal latch (Kanatome), this shear is an essential tool for pine needle selection (Metsumi), bonsai maintenance, and fine garden care.

Key Features & Craftsmanship:

 Symmetrical Double-Edged (Ryoba) Precision: Twin razor-sharp blades slice evenly from both sides to ensure tear-free, tissue-preserving cuts on soft shoots and green stems.

 Ultra-Slender Pointed Tip (63mm): Narrow blade geometry glides deep into crowded branch junctions and dense pine canopies for surgical bud removal.

 Banshu Ono Hand-Forged Heritage: Hand-hammered from high-carbon cutlery steel using traditional heat-treatment methods for long-lasting edge retention and easy resharpening on whetstones.

 Master Urasuki & Hinari Alignment: Concave inner blade surfaces minimize sap friction, while precision crossover tuning ensures razor-sharp contact all the way to the tip.

 Agile Lightweight Balance (~180g): Compact 185mm frame provides pinpoint tip control and reduces wrist fatigue during continuous detailed pruning.

 Traditional Kanatome Bottom Lock: Secure metal latch mechanism keeps the shears safely locked when holstered.

Product Specifications

 Brand: Hanjiro (Ono City, Hyogo, Japan)

 Model: Authentic Double-Edged Bud Trimming Scissors 180mm

 Tool Type: Fine Bud Trimming & Shoot Scissors (Ryoba Mekiri)

 Blade Geometry: Double-Edged (Ryoba) Slender Pointed Profile

 Total Length: 185mm

 Blade Length: 63mm (from bolt center to tip)

 Weight: Approx. 180g

 Recommended Cutting Capacity: Soft green shoots, buds, and delicate stems (up to approx. 3–5mm)

 Steel: High-Carbon Japanese Cutlery Steel (Hand-Forged)

 Blade Engineering: Precision 3D Urasuki (Hollow Ground Back) & Hinari (Crossover Alignment)

 Lock / Hardware: Precision Screw Joint & Traditional Bottom Metal Latch (Kanatome)

 Key Benefits: Symmetrical Tissue-Preserving Cut / Surgical Reach into Dense Canopies / Ultra-Lightweight Agility / Easy Whetstone Maintenance

 Origin: Made in Japan