Okatsune Hand Pruners

Izumo Yasuki steel is a high-carbon Japanese steel known for its exceptional hardness, rated at 60 HRC. This allows the blades to hold an incredibly sharp edge much longer than standard stainless steel, resulting in cleaner cuts that heal faster on your plants.

These pruners have a cutting capacity of 0.75 inches. While they excel at precision work on flowers and stems, you should avoid using them on branches thicker than three-quarters of an inch to prevent damage to the blade.

Yes, the locking mechanism is designed for quick, one-handed operation, which is particularly helpful when you are already holding plant material in your other hand. It is intuitive enough to engage or disengage even while wearing gardening gloves.

Because these blades are made from high-carbon steel, they are prone to rust if left wet. Wipe them clean and dry after every use, and occasionally apply a light coat of oil to the blades to keep them in top condition.

With an overall length of 7.125 inches and a lightweight design, these pruners are generally comfortable for a wide range of hand sizes. The ergonomic shape is specifically engineered to minimize hand fatigue during extended pruning sessions.