SAKURA Kyoto Style Gourd-Handle Kiribashi Gardening Shears Total Length & Blade: 250mm/70mm / Yasuki Blue Paper Steel [Traditional Hand Forged from Scratch / Gourd-Shaped Handle / Hollow Ground Blade / Twisted Blade / Rivet Joint]

Description

A traditional hand-forged Japanese Kiribashi gardening shear featuring an ergonomic gourd-shaped handle (Hyotan-gata) and a 250mm overall frame, crafted from premium Yasugi Aogami (Blue Paper) steel. Designed to provide exceptional leverage and comfort, this professional-tier shear incorporates precision hollow-grinding (Urasuki) and an expertly calibrated blade twist (Hineri) for long-lasting edge retention and effortless cutting movement.

Premium Yasugi Aogami Steel: Forged from high-grade Blue Paper steel to deliver superior wear resistance, exceptional edge toughness, and long-lasting sharpness under heavy daily use.

Ergonomic Gourd-Shaped Handle: Distinctive curved handle design nestles naturally into the hand, providing comfortable grip, enhanced leverage, and reduced fatigue during extended pruning sessions.

Precision Hollow-Ground & Twisted Blades: Engineered with a meticulous Urasuki concave back and precise blade twist (Hineri) to minimize sap friction and maintain consistently smooth blade engagement.

Professional Rivet Joint Construction: Built with a classic rivet joint mechanism that ensures optimal blade alignment, stability, and control.

Specifications

Brand: SAKURA

Product Type: Kiribashi Shears (Hyotan-gata / Gourd-Handle)

Overall Length: 250 mm

Blade Length (Pivot to Tip): 70 mm

Blade Steel: Yasugi Aogami Steel (Blue Paper Steel)

Special Feature: Gourd-Shaped Handle / Hollow-Ground Back (Urasuki) / Blade Twist (Hineri)

Country of Origin: Made in Japan