Tobisho Type-B Pruning Shears

Tobisho Type-B Pruning Shears

$130.00

Tobisho’s 200 mm Type-B pruner made in Japan for clean cuts on live wood. It feels controlled in hand with a smooth, serviceable joint and a tidy finish that wipes free of sap. Stocked in Australia and dispatched from Perth with local advice and sharpening support.

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Description

Type-B Japanese pruners for neat cuts and reliable control

Built in Japan and stocked in Australia, Tobisho’s Type-B is shaped for clean, low-crush cuts in live wood. This master listing covers the three variants we stock—200 mm, 180 mm and 180 mm with leather lock—so you can choose the feel that suits your hand and work. We dispatch from Perth and back the tool with local setup and sharpening advice.

Type-B geometry prioritises a true slicing action. A precise, serviceable centre joint keeps the edges meeting evenly so the cut tracks through the branch instead of crushing. Surfaces are finished cleanly to help resist sap build-up, while the spring and catch feel positive without harshness.

Tip: keep the inside faces flat when cleaning—preserving the meeting line helps the blades slice cleanly with less effort.

Specifications
  • Choose your size & lock: 200 mm – extra reach with stable control for general pruning. 180 mm – compact handling for tight spurs and dense growth. 180 mm (leather lock) – same compact feel with a quiet, glove-friendly leather strap instead of a metal catch.
  • Steel stocked: Japanese high-carbon steel tuned by Tobisho for easy maintenance and a crisp, lasting edge
  • Other sizes available to order: Ask us about other Tobisho patterns and lengths
  • Handles: Traditional forged steel handles with secure catch (or leather lock on designated variant)
  • Joint: Serviceable centre joint tuned for smooth action
Maintenance

Wipe sap after use, dry thoroughly and add a drop of oil at the pivot. Touch up the bevel with a fine stone to keep the bite crisp. For stones and strops see our Sharpening collection, and explore the full maker line in Tobisho.

Tip: keep the inside faces flat when cleaning; preserving the meeting line helps the blades slice cleanly with less effort.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Type-B differ from Type-A?

Both aim for clean cutting on live wood. Type-B offers a slightly different balance and feel in hand within the Tobisho range. It keeps the same focus on a precise, serviceable joint.

Is 200 mm suitable for most pruning?

Yes. It balances reach with control and works well for fruit trees, roses and general garden tasks. Ask us if you prefer a larger pattern for more leverage.

What steel is used?

Japanese high-carbon steel tuned by Tobisho for easy maintenance and a crisp, lasting edge.

How do I keep the action smooth?

Clean sap, dry the tool, oil the pivot lightly and keep the screw tension correct. Touch the bevel on a fine stone to maintain a crisp edge.

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Introducing

Tobisho

Tobisho build pruning tools in Japan with patterns refined by practical garden and orchard work. The Type-B line favours compact control for accurate cuts in tight growth. We stock the brand in Australia and dispatch from Perth so you get genuine maker tools with local advice on setup and care.

The appeal is consistency. Blades meet cleanly, the joint is serviceable and smooth, and finishes help resist sap build up. In hand feels predictable and precise, which makes repeated cuts less tiring and leaves branches neat. Keep a fine stone handy and the edge stays lively with quick touch ups.

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What Sets Our Tools Apart

Type-B control on live wood

Tobisho’s Type-B geometry that aims to slice neatly through live wood with less effort. The joint is precise and serviceable so the blades meet predictably and the action stays smooth with simple care. At 200 mm the pruner feels compact and confident, which helps with accurate placement around spurs and collars. It is a dependable everyday tool for fruit trees, roses and tidy garden work where cut quality matters and you want the finish to look clean.

Tidy finish, smoother action

A clean surface finish matters when you work in sap. Tobisho finish their tools so residue wipes away more easily and the joint keeps travelling without stick. That helps the PS-13 feel crisp through a session and leaves cuts neat on branches that bruise easily. Pair it with a fine stone from our Sharpening collection to refresh the edge in seconds. The spring and catch have a positive feel and carry well in a pouch or pocket between tasks.

Care that keeps it cutting

Type-B geometry is tuned to slice rather than wedge. A precise, serviceable joint keeps the blades meeting true so the edge tracks through the cut. That reduces bruising and effort on fruit trees and ornamentals. Clean finishing helps sap wipe away and the spring and catch feel positive without being harsh. Keep a fine stone and a few light strokes will restore bite between full services so you stay productive.

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