ARTIFACT Niwaki Shears

These shears are designed for precision work rather than heavy-duty pruning. They excel at shaping shrubs, trimming grass edges, and detailed topiary work where you need control and a clean cut on smaller stems.

The blades are made from S60C steel, which is durable and holds a sharp edge well. Like most high-quality Japanese-style shears, they can be sharpened with a whetstone or diamond file to maintain performance over time.

Weighing in at 15 ounces, these shears are quite lightweight. This makes them ideal for extended sessions of topiary or shaping, as they won't cause the same hand and wrist fatigue you might experience with heavier, full-sized hedge shears.

The handles are made from FSC-certified oak. While they are durable, it is best practice to keep them dry and occasionally wipe them down with a light coat of linseed oil to prevent the wood from drying out or cracking over the seasons.

These are precision tools meant for soft growth and light shaping. They are not intended for thick, woody branches; using them on material that is too thick can damage the blades or compromise the alignment.