Minamoto Akitada Kyoto Style Kiribashi Gardening Shears R-Type Total Length & Blade: 260mm/71mm / Yasuki Blue Paper Steel [Traditional Hand Forged from Scratch / Rounded Ergonomic Handle (R-Type) / Hollow Ground Blade / Twisted Blade / Rivet Joint]

Description

A traditional hand-forged Japanese Kyoto-style Kiribashi gardening shear crafted under the renowned Minamoto Akitada brand. Featuring the distinct R-Type design with contoured, rounded handles for enhanced ergonomic comfort, this 8-sun 5-bu (260mm) shear is paired with a 71mm blade forged from premium Yasugi Aogami (Blue Paper) steel. Designed for long-lasting edge retention and extended reach, it delivers buttery-smooth cutting action for professional garden work.

Premium Yasugi Aogami Steel: Forged from high-grade Blue Paper steel for extraordinary wear resistance, superior edge durability, and long-lasting sharpness during heavy daily use.

Ergonomic R-Type Handle Design: Features uniquely rounded, contoured handle loops that distribute pressure comfortably across the palm, reducing hand fatigue over long pruning sessions.

Extended 260mm Frame: The 8-sun 5-bu overall length provides enhanced mechanical leverage, smooth handling, and extended reach into dense foliage.

Precision Hollow-Ground Blades (Urasuki): Engineered with a traditional concave back finish to minimize sap friction and ensure smooth, effortless blade engagement.

Master-Crafted Blade Alignment: Features finely tuned blade friction (suriawase) for crisp, precise cuts that support healthy plant recovery.

Specifications

Brand: Minamoto Akitada 

Product Type: Kiribashi Shears (Kyoto Style / R-Type Rounded Handle)

Overall Length: 260 mm (8-Sun 5-Bu)

Blade Length (Pivot to Tip): 71 mm

Blade Steel: Yasugi Aogami Steel (Blue Paper Steel)

Special Feature: R-Type Ergonomic Handle / Hollow-Ground Back (Urasuki) / Precision-Tuned Blade Alignment

Country of Origin: Made in Japan