Okatsune 103 Bypass Secateurs

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The Okatsune 103 are the most popular secateurs in the range. With its length of 200 mm this model is 20 mm larger than model 101, and 10 mm smaller than model 104. The blades of these razor-sharp secateurs are forged from the finest Japanese steel (the same steel from which the Katana sword of the Samurai are made), and enable you to effortlessly cut through branches up to 25 mm, of such as shrubs, roses, fruit trees, and creepers. Mechanism: bypass (see FAQ at the bottom of this feature for the difference between bypass and anvil secateurs)

Okatsune secateurs are a traditional styled Japanese bypass secateurs and have the distinctive red and white handles. These secateurs are great for doing work around the garden, work on Niwaki or rough pruning on your bonsai trees. Overall, the quality of the Okatsune 103 Bypass Secateurs is second to none. Perhaps the only negative is that they may not be the best choice for larger hands and in this case, the 104 Model may be a better choice.

A question asked frequently is what is the difference between anvil and bypass secateurs. The difference between these garden tools, bypass pruners and anvil versions is as follows. With anvil secateurs, the blade comes down and meets the anvil to create the cut. Think of a crushing action.

New tools won’t need sharpening for some time, but after a while you’ll notice them gradually lose their edge, especially if you’re box clipping (you need REALLY sharp blades to get a good finish with box). Use the Niwaki Sharpening Stones for best results (#1000 grit is best for general sharpening). If you are a gardener by trade or wanting to invest in the ‘best secateurs’, then these Felco model 2are what you’re looking for. They also come with a lifetime guarantee, that no other company comes close to.Bypass secateurs are for cutting living, green growth, for example live stems, branches and plant material . Anvil secateurs are used for cutting tough, old, dead wood. This is something to consider especially if looking at cheap secateurs. In my experience, one lost spring or a malfunctioning safety catch and the secateurs is for the bin.