Hishika "Noko-House" 240mm Hand-Forged Polymer Sheath / Japanese beechwood Handle Pruning Saw [Optimized-Temper Carbon Steel / Thin Blade Back-Tapered / Resharpenable / Made in Miki, Japan]

Description

Forged in Miki, Japan, by master sawmakers at Hishika Industry (established in 1947), the "Noko-House" 240mm Hand-Forged Pruning Saw delivers maximum stroke length and cutting power combined with enhanced blade toughness. Measuring 395mm in total length with a 240mm blade, this fixed-blade saw is engineered for fruit growers, professional landscapers, and arborists requiring high cutting speed on thick, heavy branches.

While crafted with traditional full-blade hand-tempering by Miki blacksmiths, the "Noko-House" series features a slightly moderated heat treatment compared to Hishika’s flagship full-hardness line. This precise adjustment retains exceptional razor sharpness while imparting higher steel elasticity and fracture resistance, making the blade noticeably more resilient against chipping during heavy field use and high-leverage cuts.

Built with Hishika’s signature Back-Tapered Thin Blade Geometry (Sen-Togi), the blade spine is ground thinner than the cutting teeth to eliminate kerf friction and prevent binding in fresh green wood. Slicing cleanly through plant cell walls, it leaves mirror-smooth cross-sections that accelerate natural tree callusing and guard against disease. Crafted from premium Japanese carbon tool steel, this saw is fully resharpenable (Metate) for decades of continuous trade service.

Note for Users: Although formulated with added toughness, this hand-tempered high-carbon steel blade remains a precision cutting tool. Apply force exclusively on the PULL stroke without twisting or flexing the blade excessively.

Key Features & Performance:

 Optimized Hand-Tempered High-Carbon Steel: Refined heat treatment balances razor-sharp bite with superior steel toughness and chip resistance.

 Heavy-Duty 240mm Reach (395mm Overall): Maximum stroke length delivers fast material removal and powerful leverage on thick limbs.

 Back-Tapered Thin Blade Geometry: Tapered spine minimizes kerf drag for smooth, low-friction pull strokes.

 Surgical Clean Cut Quality: Leaves smooth, polished branch cross-sections that promote rapid plant healing.

 Resharpenable Blade (Metate Ready): High-carbon tool steel can be traditionally hand-filed and resharpened to extend service life for decades.

Specifications

 Brand: Hishika Industry (Hishika Kogyo)

 Series: Noko-House Professional Line

 Model: Hand-Forged Pruning Saw 240mm

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

 Overall Length: 395 mm (15.6 in)

 Blade Length: 240 mm (9.4 in)

 Blade Type: Thin-Plate Back-Tapered / Optimized-Temper High-Carbon Steel

 Specialization: Balanced toughness & sharpness, heavy-duty branch pruning and thick limb removal

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

 Country of Origin: Made in Miki, Hyogo, Japan