Okatsune 103 Bypass Secateurs

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When shopping for gardening equipment, it’s always essential to consider the type of safety mechanism it comes with. Bear in mind garden secateurs are no exception to this law. So, when choosing your ideal pruner, ensure it comes with a safety catch since this feature keeps it closed when it’s not in use. this razor-sharp pruner are forged from the finest Japanese steel and enable you to effortlessly cut through branches up Leading pruning specialist Jake Hobson learnt the craft of tree training, pruning and rootballing in rural Osaka, and founded Niwaki (it means “garden tree”) to bring Japanese techniques to Western gardens. “A good pair of secateurs is the single most important bit of kit for any gardener,” he explains. His range of secateurs doesn’t disappoint. The bypass designs have a simple, chunky catch at the bottom, just like the Okatsune. Known to Hobson affectionately as his “double yellows”, the bright yellow Niwaki GR Pro secateurs are made with KA70 carbon steel, they’re a 23cm long pair of whoppers, weighing 239g. The blades of this razor-sharp pruner are forged from the finest Japanese steel and enable you to effortlessly cut through branches up to 25mm. Designed with a slightly longer handle for gardeners with a medium/large hand.

According to topiary expert Darren Lerigo, most gardeners will find bypass secateurs to be the better bet, because they make for a cleaner cut. How do I care for the blades of my secateurs? These bypass secateurs have a cutting capacity of 3/4″ diameter size tree. However, this cutting diameter may vary depending on the species of the tree. Additional ResourcesThese bypass secateurs are the number 1 choice for professional gardeners in Japan, where pruning has been elevated to genuine art if the famous Higashizawa Rose Park is anything to go by. Our recommendation We can comfortably say that secateurs are more precise when compared to sheers. What to Look for When Buying Secateurs Bear in mind that both of these garden tools can effectively trim your garden. But still, the big question stands-what is the difference between secateurs and sheers? Using bypass secateurs on large, dead material and you could end up damaging them. Using bypass secateurs on this plant material will also put strain n your joints and tendons. The most important part of any bypass secateurs is the blade. Precise cutting, sharp blades will cut cleanly through stems and branches which reduces the chance of disease and infection spreading into the the pruned cut. Less effort will also be needed as a super sharp blade should the like cutting through cucumber on a chopping board.

Anvil secateurs need to be kept sharp at all times since the constant cutting can make them dull. Bypass secateurs keep themselves sharp due to the self-sharpening crisscross action.Another feature that we think is quite impressive is the rotating handle which revolves on its own axis, your fingers will be able to move naturally, thus minimising blisters and hand fatigue that may be a problem after extended pruning periods, and anyone who works pruning plants a lot will understand what we mean. Felco says their innovative swivel action requires 30% less effort than conventional secateurs and we tend to agree, overall it provides great comfort on continuous pruning work. The thing you need to pay close attention to is what the blade is made blade. Some blades are made from quality hardened stainless steel and will last a lifetime, staying razor sharp even after lots of pruning. They can also be sharpened using a tungsten carbide blade or ceramic stone when needed and this should be done as soon as they start to feel less effective and take a little more effort to use. Look for hardened steel, most cheap secateurs often break at the blade. How your hand size effects which model to consider No comprehensive guide to secateurs would be complete without referencing Wilkinson Sword: as well as Felco, these are some of the most ubiquitous, lower budget pruning shears to be found in the UK. I was reasonably impressed: they come with a 10 year guarantee and are made with fairly good quality SK5 Japanese steel blades. The cast aluminium handles are strong and lighter than many others (they weigh 216g in total), and the grip is fine.

However, topiary expert Lerigo says he found the latch used to open them involved too much fumbling around on ladders for his liking, a situation not helped by cold, numb or gloved hands. As much as I wanted to love them, and despite the superior, precise blade, Lerigo was right: the catch mechanism used to open and close them is fiddly compared with its smoother competitors, and nigh impossible with gardening gloves on or one-handed, up a ladder, because the clasp requires a thumb to be operated. I also found that my own hands were slightly too small for them. That being said, it’s important to mention that Japanese secateurs are the most common garden pruners preferred by experienced and professional gardeners since they tend to offer a swift and smooth cut. And the Okastune 103 bypass secateurs are no exception. New tools won’t need sharpening for some time, but after a while you’ll notice them gradually lose their edge, especially if you’re box clipping (you need REALLY sharp blades to get a good finish with box). Use the Niwaki Sharpening Stones for best results (#1000 grit is best for general sharpening). These are, without a doubt, the best ratchet secateurs we have ever had the chance to review. We have tried quite a few ratchet secateurs in previous years and we can confirm we have never come across a better pair of secateurs with the ratchet feature.

With a hardened still bolt at the centre, these secateurs from the Felco brand are not only durable. But also, they are easy to use. So, if you’re looking for a pruning tool that gets the job done, then FELCO Model 2 is an ideal choice. If you’re looking for the best secateurs in the UK, then the Gonicc 8″ Professional secateurs are an excellent choice. These garden secateurs were built with durability and comfort in mind, making them ideal for both professional and beginner gardeners. These secateurs take out the stress during the cutting process and reduce the effort used since one can choose between the anvil and bypass secateurs. Not only do they have razor-sharp cutting blades that are made from the finest stainless steel. But also, they are the best secateurs that are designed to retain their sharpness for as long as possible. Bear in mind that these garden pruners come with a safety latch that ensures the anvil blade scissors remain closed when it’s not in use.