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Hon Norimitsu 200mm Japanese Budding Shears, High-Carbon Steel, Miki, Hyōgo

$120.00

Hon Norimitsu 200mm Japanese budding shears for bud selection, shoot thinning, floral prep and precise light pruning. Pointed carbon steel blades give clean access in tight growth. Ships from Perth.

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Product Care

Japanese carbon steel tools stay at their best when they are wiped dry, kept clean of sap, sharpened before they become blunt and oiled before storage. Read the full guide.

 

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Description

Japanese budding shears for precise shoot and flower work

Hon Norimitsu 200mm Japanese budding shears are made for fine pruning, shoot thinning, bud selection, floral prep and controlled cuts on small green or semi-woody stems.

The pointed tips give better access than broader garden secateurs, while the carbon steel blades take a keen edge for clean, low-crush cuts. Use them as a detail pruning tool, not as your main heavy secateur.

Best suited to

  • Bud selection and shoot thinning
  • Flowers, herbs and nursery work
  • Light pruning in tight growth
  • Bonsai, young growth and fine garden cuts
  • Users who want pointed-tip control rather than heavy cutting power

Budding shears vs Type B secateurs

  • Choose budding shears for fine access, tip work, flowers and small stems.
  • Choose Type B secateurs for stronger cuts through roses, citrus, fruit trees and woody garden growth.
  • If you want a shorter compact option, compare the Hon Norimitsu 150mm Type B pruning shears.

Who should not buy this

  • Do not buy these as your main tool for thick woody pruning.
  • Do not use them on dry deadwood, wire or gritty material.
  • Do not buy carbon steel shears if you want to store them wet or dirty.

Carbon steel care expectations

Wipe sap and moisture from the blades after use, dry the joint properly and apply camellia oil before storage. Use sap cleaner if the blades become sticky.

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Specifications
  • Total length: 200 mm compact pattern for tight control
  • Blade steel: High-carbon steel for edge retention and easy resharpening
  • Tip design: Pointed for fine thinning and bud selection
  • Pivot: Smooth, serviceable joint for consistent action
Maintenance

After use, wipe sap and moisture from the blades, dry the joint properly and apply camellia oil to the blades and pivot. Clean sticky sap with YaniPika Sap Cleaner before oiling.

For stones, oil and cleaning supplies, browse the Japanese tool care and sharpening range.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What tasks suit 200 mm budding shears?

These shears are ideal for tip pruning, thinning shoots, bud selection on fruit trees, and floral preparation where control and access matter more than raw cutting capacity.

Can they cut woody stems?

They handle young and semi-woody growth cleanly. For hard or thick wood, use secateurs or loppers to protect the edge.

How should I maintain the blades and pivot?

Clean sap after use, dry fully, and apply a light oil film. Touch up on a medium-fine whetstone and keep the stone flat. If the action loosens, snug the pivot and recheck alignment.

Are these suitable for left-handed use?

Yes. The handle pattern is symmetrical, allowing both left- and right-handed users to operate them comfortably.

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