OKATSUNE Gartenschere 103 Großes Modell

Pruning shear OKATSUNE 103, with a cutting capacity of up to 25 mm.

The Okatsune 103 is the most popular pruning shear in the range. With a shear length of 200 mm this model is 20 mm larger than the 101 and 10 mm smaller than the 104. The blades of this razor-sharp pruning shear are forged from the finest Japanese steel (the same steel used to make samurai Katana swords) and allow you to effortlessly cut branches up to 25 mm, including from fruit trees, roses, climbers and grapevines. Okatsune pruning shears are the undisputed number one in Japan: the country that has elevated pruning to a true art.

The blades of this Japanese pruning shear (Sentei Basami) are uniquely forged from the finest IZUMO YASUGI steel and have a very high hardness of 60–61 Rockwell. As a result, the blades stay sharp for a long time and always make a clean and precise cut in wood without requiring much force. In addition, Okatsune combines this hardness with a special flexibility so that the cutting blade consistently aligns well with the counter blade, even under heavy load.

The blade is ground at two angles, allowing it to cut smoothly into the wood and preventing unnecessary damage to the plant. The unique shape of the hollow-ground blade causes sap to run off the blade and prevents the blades from separating. The V-shape of the spring ensures the load is distributed evenly along the length of the spring, guaranteeing a soft closing action.

The blades are very easy to sharpen with the Okatsune whetstone (Okatsune 412). The shears feature a locking mechanism that can be operated with one hand. Don't forget to order a leather holster at the same time.

The shears are constructed from only a few parts, so little maintenance is required. It is recommended to clean the blades after use. After cleaning, it is advisable to oil the shears and store them dry with the cutting blades closed. If you notice the shears cutting less well, you can sharpen them with the Okatsune whetstone.