Hishika 180mm Hand-Forged Japanese Beechwood Handle and Sheath Professional Pruning Saw [Hand-Tempered High-Carbon Steel / Thin Blade Back-Tapered / Resharpenable / Made in Miki, Japan]

Description

Forged in Miki—Japan’s legendary hub of traditional sawmaking—by Hishika Industry (established in 1947), this 180mm Hand-Forged Professional Pruning Saw represents the quintessential Japanese pull-saw engineered for arborists, fruit growers, and professional landscapers.

Measuring 300mm in total length with a 180mm blade, this fixed-blade saw delivers exceptional versatility and control across a wide range of branch diameters. Unlike mass-produced tools, every Hishika blade undergoes a rigorous manual full-blade heat treatment by master blacksmiths. This individual hand-tempering creates an optimal balance of steel flexibility, long-lasting edge bite, and a silky, effortless pull-stroke.

Built with Hishika’s signature Back-Tapered Thin Blade Geometry (Sen-Togi), the blade spine is ground thinner than the cutting edge to reduce kerf friction and eliminate binding in green wood. The razor-sharp edge slices cell walls cleanly, leaving mirror-smooth cross-sections that accelerate natural callusing and protect trees from disease and rot. Crafted from high-carbon Japanese tool steel, this saw is fully resharpenable (Metate), making it a durable lifetime investment for serious tradespeople.

Note for Users: Hand-tempered high-carbon steel blades are fine, precision cutting instruments. Apply force exclusively on the PULL stroke without pushing or twisting into the cut.

Key Features & Craftsmanship:

 Master Blacksmith Craftsmanship: Hand-forged and manually hand-tempered by Miki craftsmen for unmatched sharpness and durability.

 Versatile 180mm Standard Size (300mm Overall): Offers an excellent balance of reach, power, and precise control for daily orchard and tree care.

 Back-Tapered Thin Blade Geometry: Tapered spine minimizes kerf drag for effortless pulling action.

 Surgical Clean Cuts: Leaves smooth branch cross-sections that promote rapid tree healing and prevent rot.

 Resharpenable Blade (Metate Ready): Premium high-carbon steel can be traditionally hand-filed and resharpened for decades of continuous field use.

Specifications

 Brand: Hishika Industry (Hishika Kogyo)

 Model: Hand-Forged Professional Pruning Saw 180mm

 Tool Type: Hand-Forged Japanese Pull Saw (Nokogiri)

 Overall Length: 300 mm (11.8 in)

 Blade Length: 180 mm (7.1 in)

 Blade Type: Thin-Plate Back-Tapered / Hand-Tempered High-Carbon Steel

 Maintenance: Resharpenable (Metate compatible) / Clean & oil after use

 Country of Origin: Made in Miki, Hyogo, Japan