Made of forged carbon steel, these small-but-mighty secateurs are perfect for flower arranging, greenhouse, and "back pocket" jobs where one doesn't always need or want larger pruners. Covered handles add grip and character.
Materials: SC58C carbon steel, synthetic leather handles
Made by: Niwaki
Made in: Sanjo, Japan
Specifications: 5.6"x 1.1" x 0.4"
Care: After using, remove leaf residue, rust and gunk with a Crean Mate and water. Dry with a clean cloth and wipe with Camellia oil. Store in a dry place.
You can keep your secateurs working properly by remembering the following:
- Japanese steel is hard and sharp, and can be more brittle than some people are used to - it will chip if abused
- Do not cut wire, metal, stone, plastic or any other hard material (even bamboo fibres and some very hard woods, especially knots and burrs, can damage steel edges)
- Do not twist or apply uneven pressure
- Cut diagonally across branches (not straight across) so you cut along the fibres
- Pay attention to our maximum cut dimensions (in this case Ø5mm), and don’t overdo it
- Use the base of the blades, not the tips, for heavier cuts
- Wipe clean with a clean rag after each use
- Sharpen regularly
