Moku hand saw with steel teeth and wooden handle on white background
Moku hand saw wooden handle in wooden sheath on white background
Collection of gardening tools including a saw, shears, and pruners on a rustic surface with 'Niwaki' branding.
Person using a pruning saw on tree branches with a blurred background

Moku Pruning Saw

$72.00
Niwaki

A saw to make quick work of light, all-round pruning in the garden, woodland, or orchard. With an ergonomic beechwood handle and medium blade length, Niwaki's Moku Pruning Saw is designed to fit snugly within the included scabbard, so there’s no rattling or need for extra straps. 

Ideal for precise, controlled cuts, it’s a reliable tool for keeping trees and shrubs healthy and well-shaped throughout the seasons.

      Materials

      SK5 steel, beechwood handle and sheath, leather
      Specifications
      • 15.3" total length
      • 9.4" blade
      • sheath measures 13.8" long
      • 7.2 teeth per inch
      • 2" max cutting ⌀
      • made in Japan
      Use

      Japanese pruning saws cut on the pull stroke, not the push, which means the blade is under less pressure when cutting, using less energy—resulting in a far cleaner, faster cut. They whizz through green wood, but the blades are more fragile than traditional western saws and incorrect use can result in damage.

      • Use a smooth, gentle sawing action, doing the cutting on the pull, and gliding back on the push.
      • Don’t let the weight of the branch pinch or catch the blade.
      • Don’t twist the blade while sawing.
      • Don’t use a small saw for a large job. The absolute maximum sensible cutting diameter is about 2", or a third of the blade.
      Care

      The handle of the Moku Pruning saw is unfinished beechwood. Treat it with your preferred oil, or let sweat and hard work finish it for you.
      Further Reading

      The word niwaki in Japanese means "garden tree", and it refers to the art of training trees through care, attention, and detail. Niwaki brings the very best in Japanese design and craftsmanship, inspiring gardeners, chefs, and craftsmen to do the stuff they love, even better. 

      Explore our Niwaki collection for thoughtfully crafted Japanese tools designed for the home, garden, and daily life.
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