Niwaki Forged Snips
Niwaki Forged Snips
Niwaki
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More substantial than the Niwaki Garden Snips, the Niwaki Forged Snips are designed for slightly heavier-duty tasks. While not as robust as secateurs, they handle light woody cuts with ease and excel at detailed pruning, thinning, and traditional Japanese pine work.
Handcrafted in a family-run factory in Sanjo, Japan, these snips embody a deep commitment to craftsmanship, precision, and time-honored technique.
Type of tool: Snips
Suggested use: Pruning
Product Details
Product Details
- 4.2oz
- 6.9 x 1.7 x 0.6"
- 1.9" blades
- Max cut Ø0.2"
- S58C Carbon Steel
- Made in Sanjo, Japan
Suggested Use
Suggested Use
- Detailed pruning and thinning of delicate growth
- Light woody cuts and fine branch work
- General garden tasks requiring precision and control
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
- With regular use, all steel blades will stain, rust, and gradually lose their edge over time. To keep your tool in top condition, clean the blades regularly with a Niwaki Clean Mate to remove sap and rust, sharpen with a Niwaki #1000 grit stone as needed, and apply a light coat of Niwaki Camellia Oil for protection.
- Japanese steel is hard and sharp, and can be more brittle than some people are used to - it will chip if abused.
- Cut diagonally across branches (not straight across) so you cut along the fibres
- Pay attention to our maximum cut dimensions, and don’t overdo it.
Brand Description
Brand Description
Niwaki is a UK-based company founded in 2004 by Jake Hobson, dedicated to bringing authentic Japanese gardening tools and techniques to Western gardeners. Inspired by Hobson’s training in Japan, Niwaki offers expertly crafted tools—from secateurs and saws to tripod ladders—designed for precision and durability. Rooted in the art of shaping “garden trees,” Niwaki celebrates thoughtful gardening, craftsmanship, and the beauty of well-tended landscapes.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
Orders ship from our warehouse in upstate NY via UPS, FedEx, or USPS and usually leave our warehouse in 1–3 business days. If you need it sooner, expedited shipping is available at checkout. We use flat-rate shipping based on your location and item size.For more details and information about international orders, visit our Ordering & Shipping page.
Returns & Exchanges
We want to make returns and exchanges as easy as possible. Most items can be returned or exchanged within 14 days of delivery using our Return & Exchange Portal (domestic orders only). Need to swap for a different size or color? Our Instant Exchange option lets you reserve your item right away, with your new order shipping out promptly. Sale and Final Sale items, as well as certain excluded categories, are not eligible for return.See the full list of exclusions in our Returns & Exchanges Policy.
