The Nokokari Short Serrated Hedge Shears (No. 401) are hand-forged in Ono City, Japan by Yoshioka Hamono and designed for precise, close-quarters pruning. Featuring one straight blade and one serrated blade, they "bite" into branches, preventing the wood from sliding toward the tips. This ensures clean, controlled cuts on both soft greenery and tougher growth. Featuring compact Japanese White Oak handles, these shears provide superior leverage and manoeuvrability for detailed work like topiary, boxwood shaping, and O-karikomi (shrub trimming). Their shorter profile makes them ideal for intricate tasks below shoulder height where standard shears feel cumbersome. Crafted from SK-5 high-carbon steel, they will comfortably cut green wood up to 15mm thick. Specifications: Blade length: 180mm Handle length: 270mm (White Oak) Total length: 500mm Weight: 720g Cutting capacity: up to 15mm (green wood) Care:Clean blades after use with a stiff brush and a mild detergent (or sap remover) to clear debris from the serrations. Dry thoroughly immediately to prevent rust, and apply a light coat of Camellia oil to the blades and pivot point.
