Niwaki Rattan S-Type Pruners
Limited edition forged pruners
Special edition pruners forged from S58C carbon steel, a premium, hard wearing steel that retains its edge well and sharpens easily. Handles wrapped with Wisteria rattan for a textured grip… read the full description.
Delivering to US (Paying in USD) 
Niwaki Rattan S-Type Pruners is in stock:
- 8.2oz
- Max cut Ø0.6"
- S58C Carbon Steel
- Wisteria Rattan handles
- Made in Sanjo, Japan
- Includes Spare Spring
Tsubo Holster is in stock:
- 2.6oz
- 9.3 x 3.9"
- 3mm Leather
- Made in Osaka, Japan
Please note: By law, we are not permitted to sell a knife or blade to any person under the age of 18. By placing an order for one of these items you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over. These items must be used responsibly and appropriately.
Product description
These Limited Edition pruners are special in all sorts of ways - they’re forged from S58C carbon steel, a premium, hard wearing steel that retains its edge well and sharpens easily. The design is a combination of the two traditional Japanese pruner designs, A and B Types, offering perfect ergonomics of grip and balance for long use. Handles are wrapped with Wisteria rattan, that not only looks amazing but also provides a natural, textured grip that feels great in the hand.
Limited production batches - so lead time can be lengthy - and they come served up in a kiribako Paulownia wood box (yes - the one with the big leaves!) and make a most excellent gift.
As a natural material, rattan should be treated a step more carefully than our regular pruners - not bashed about, not left out in the rain overnight (not a good idea, for any tools, incidentally…) and generally looked after. In particular, don’t fold the pruner lock catch inside the handle, or use with it half out, as this can wear and snag the rattan.
Best usage
- Clean with a Niwaki Clean Mate rust and sap eraser
- Sharpen with a Niwaki #1000 grit stone
- Protect with Niwaki Camellia Oil
More about Yamakawa
Yamakawa san started working for his father the day after he graduated from high school, and has been making pruners ever since. His Yamagata factory is home to five stray cats, each fed on fresh sashimi!
