An incredibly useful tool for cleaning up secateurs, shears and knives, The Crean Mate is a scouring block that will scrub off resin, rust and other gunks from blades.
Made by: Niwaki
Made in: Japan
Specifications:
Use: Add a few drops of Camellia Oil to the blade or tool (water works fine too, but you'll want to oil the blade later anyway) then use the Crean Mate as you would an eraser. It has a fairly rough texture and might scratch polished surfaces, so we suggest testing before use.
After removing leaf resin, rust, and gunk, dry the tool, knife, or blade with a clean cloth and then wipe with Camellia oil and store in a dry place.
Further Reading:Niwaki (knee-whacky) means garden tree. In Japan, gardens are both landscapes and microcosms of nature. Shaping and caring for these landscapes is an art form, and having the correct tools is essential. Niwaki’s tools exemplify the good design and quality construction that we look for as purveyors.
