The Niwaki Rattan Snips are fine garden snips, hand wrapped with Wisteria rattan. Perfect for snipping flowers and foliage fresh from the garden, or for use around the home.
Featuring a soft spring and an easy leather catch, these snips are made in Japan from carbon steel.
- 135g
- 190 x 42 x 15mm
- 50mm blades
- Max cut Ø5mm
- S58C Carbon steel
- Wisteria Rattan handles
- Made in Sanjo, Japan
CARING FOR YOUR TOOLS
Most of Niwaki's sharp tools are crafted from carbon steel. To keep your tools in good condition and ensure they last for many years of use, they require some simple but regular maintenance. Here are some usage & care tips, to help you get the most out of your tools...
Usage:
- Japanese steel is hard and sharp. To avoid chips and preserve the steel edge, do not cut wire, metal, stone, or plastic.
- Do not twist or apply uneven pressure
- It’s better to cut diagonally across branches (not straight across), so you cut along the fibres
- For heavier cuts, make sure you’re using the base of the blades (not the tips)
Care:
- Remove leaf resin, rust and gunk with a Crean Mate and water
- Dry, wipe over with Camellia Oil and store in a dry place
- Sharpen when needed
