Tobisho Professional Pruning Secateurs Total Length: & Blade 205mm/64mm Premium Japanese High-Carbon Steel [Machine-Forged & Hand-Finished-Laminated Steel / Hollow Ground Back / Twisted Steel / Screw Joint / Shock-Absorbing Cushion Spring

Description

Handcrafted in Yamagata Prefecture by Tobisho (Tobizuka Shears Works), the A-Type 200mm Laminated Steel Cushion Spring Edition (Model 973) represents the absolute pinnacle of Japanese master blacksmithing (Yamagata Uchihamono). Combining traditional laminated steel craftsmanship with modern ergonomics, this flagship shear is engineered for high-volume commercial orchardists, arborists, and landscapers who demand ultimate edge retention and maximum joint protection.

This masterpiece utilizes a time-honored laminated structure (Rouzuke), where ultra-hard premium high-carbon cutlery steel (Blue Paper Steel class) is high-temperature brazed to a tough, shock-absorbing soft iron handle base using brass. This creates an extraordinarily hard cutting edge with supreme longevity (Nagagire), joined to a body that remains supple and completely resistant to snapping under extreme leverage. A distinct golden brass joint line serves as the signature mark of genuine hand-brazed fabrication.

Additionally, this top-tier model incorporates an integrated shock-absorbing urethane cushion spring (stopper bumper) at the handle base. By absorbing the harsh metallic recoil produced at the end of each cut, it drastically reduces hand, wrist, and elbow fatigue, helping prevent tendonitis during demanding full-day pruning operations.

Key Features & Craftsmanship:

 Traditional Laminated Structure (Rouzuke): Fuses an ultra-hard high-carbon steel blade to a resilient soft iron handle using high-temperature brass brazing. Offers unmatched sharpness and edge life without structural brittleness.

 Integrated Shock-Absorbing Cushion: Built-in urethane bumper dampens end-of-cut recoil, protecting joints and tendons during repetitive, heavy pruning.

 A-Type Heavy-Duty Geometry: Features a thicker, reinforced blade spine engineered to handle thick branches without flexing or chipping under high pressure.

 Integrated Finger Guard Handle: Designed with an ergonomic palm stopper / ridge near the blade base that keeps the hand securely anchored, preventing forward slippage during intense cutting.

 3D Curved Urasuki (Hollow Ground Back): The back of the cutting blade is precision-ground into a 3D concave curve to minimize steel friction, prevent sap (Yani) buildup, and maintain effortless action.

 Precision Hinari (Crossover Alignment): The counter-blade features a subtle twist angle (Hinari) ensuring single-point blade contact, producing ultra-clean cuts that foster fast branch healing.

 Traditional Brass Catch (Kana-dome): Finished with a classic brass bottom handle latch for safe storage.

Product Specifications

 Brand: Tobisho / Tobizuka Shears Works (Yamagata, Japan)

 Model: A-Type Professional Hand-Forged Laminated Pruning Secateurs 200mm Shock-Absorbing Cushion Spring (Model 973)

 Total Length: 205mm

 Blade Length: 64mm (from bolt center to blade tip)

 Weight: Approx. 255g–265g

 Steel / Material: Premium Japanese High-Carbon Cutlery Steel (Blue Paper Steel Class) Laminated to Soft Iron Body

 Joining Technique: High-Temperature Brass Brazing (Rouzuke) with Visible Golden Brass Joint Line

 Damping System: Built-in Urethane Cushion Spring / Shock-Absorbing Bumper

 Manufacturing Process: Traditional Hand-Forged Laminated Construction with Master Hand-Finishing

 Blade Engineering: 3D Curved Precision Urasuki (Hollow Ground Back) & Hinari Crossover Alignment

 Handle / Safety: A-Type Ergonomic Handle with Anti-Slip Forward Finger Guard & Traditional Brass Latch (Kana-dome)

 Joint Hardware: Precision Bolt & Nut Assembly

 Key Benefits: Ultimate Edge Retention / Unbreakable Laminated Body / Maximum Recoil & Fatigue Protection / Enhanced Hand Safety / Sap-Resistant Action

 Origin: Made in Japan