Hishika 210mm 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 historic center of traditional sawmaking—by Hishika Industry (established in 1947), this 210mm Hand-Forged Professional Pruning Saw offers an expanded stroke length and superior leverage for demanding field work. Measuring 330mm in total length with a 210mm blade, this fixed-blade saw is engineered for arborists, orchardists, and landscapers who require smooth cutting power on thicker branches.

Unlike mass-produced tools, each Hishika blade undergoes a traditional full-blade heat treatment. Master blacksmiths individually hand-temper the high-carbon steel plate, creating an optimal balance of steel elasticity, sharp tooth bite, and effortless pull-stroke performance. Built with Hishika’s signature Back-Tapered Thin Blade Geometry (Sen-Togi), the blade spine is ground thinner than the tooth edge to eliminate kerf friction and prevent binding in fresh wood.

The razor-sharp hand-forged edge leaves mirror-smooth cross-sections that accelerate natural branch callusing and protect plant tissue from rot or infection. Made from premium Japanese tool steel, this saw is fully resharpenable (Metate), making it a long-term investment for professional trade use.

Note for Users: Hand-tempered high-carbon steel blades are fine, precision cutting tools. 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 exceptional sharpness and long-lasting edge retention.

 Expanded 210mm Blade (330mm Overall): Provides longer stroke efficiency and greater cutting leverage for medium-to-large branches.

 Back-Tapered Thin Blade Geometry: Tapered spine reduces kerf drag for smooth, effort-free pulling action.

 Surgical-Clean Cut Quality: Slices cell walls cleanly to promote fast plant healing and guard against disease.

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

Specifications

 Brand: Hishika Industry (Hishika Kogyo)

 Model: Hand-Forged Professional Pruning Saw 210mm

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

 Overall Length: 330 mm (13.0 in)

 Blade Length: 210 mm (8.3 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