Yoshioka Araki Bypass Loppers

Yoshioka Araki Bypass Loppers

$150.00

Yoshioka Araki No.123 Bypass Loppers combine a Blue Paper No.2 cutting blade with a SK-5 counter blade for clean, strong cuts. Crafted in Japan for professional orchard and landscape use. Perth dispatch available across Australia.

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SHIPPING

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PRODUCT CARE

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Description

Professional bypass loppers with dual steel blades

The Araki No.123 bypass loppers from Yoshioka Hamono deliver clean cuts on branches where precision and strength are both required. Perth dispatch is available across Australia, giving gardeners and orchardists access to professional Japanese pruning tools. Explore the full Yoshioka Hamono Shears and Loppers range or compare with Tobisho Japanese Pruning Tools.

These loppers use a high-hardness Yasugi Aogami Blue Paper No.2 cutting blade paired with a resilient SK-5 receiving blade, a pairing frequently discussed in Aogami #2 vs SK5 steel comparisons for Japanese pruning tools. This combination provides sharpness and durability for repeated branch cuts. A 170 mm blade length offers leverage without bulk. The joint is serviceable and the handles are fitted for balance, making the tool efficient for orchard and landscape pruning. Each set is finished in Japan with workshop precision.


Maintain by wiping clean after use, drying, and oiling blades and joint. Avoid cutting deadwood with grit or metal that can damage the edge. For detailed care information, see Why Forged Carbon Steel? and our Japanese Secateurs guide.

Tip: use bypass loppers for live branches up to their rated capacity, saving anvil tools for dry or deadwood.

Specifications
  • Sizes stocked: 170 mm blade length
  • Sizes stocked: 170 mm blade length
  • Other sizes available to order: Enquire direct for alternative models
  • Handles: Hardwood handles with ferrules
  • Joint: Serviceable center bolt and locknut
  • Origin: Ono, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
  • Maker: Yoshioka Hamono
  • Use: Professional pruning and orchard maintenance
Maintenance

After use, wipe clean, dry, and oil blades and joint to prevent corrosion. Avoid cutting dead or gritty wood that can dull the edge. Sharpen occasionally with a fine whetstone following the original bevel. Store indoors and apply camellia oil during extended storage.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What branch size can the Araki No.123 cut?

Suited to live branches up to medium diameter. For thicker cuts, use larger loppers or a pruning saw.

Why combine Aogami Blue Paper steel with SK-5?

The Aogami blade delivers sharpness and edge retention, while the SK-5 counter blade provides toughness against impact.

Can the joint be tightened?

Yes, the center bolt and locknut can be adjusted for correct blade tension and alignment.

Do these loppers need special maintenance?

Keep blades sharp and oiled. Store dry and avoid cutting materials that can chip the fine edge.

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Yoshioka Hamono — Araki Loppers

Introducing

Yoshioka Hamono — Araki Loppers

Based in Miki, Hyogo Prefecture, Yoshioka Hamono produces professional cutting tools for orchardists and gardeners. The Araki No.123 bypass loppers are part of this tradition, forged with attention to blade steels and hand setting. By combining Yasugi Aogami Blue Paper No.2 with SK-5, the workshop balances hardness and durability in one tool.

In use, the Araki No.123 feels sharp yet stable, with smooth bypass cuts that protect living branches. Hardwood handles and a serviceable joint keep the tool balanced and functional over years of work. These loppers are a showcase of Yoshioka Hamono’s ability to build reliable tools that meet the expectations of professionals worldwide.

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What Sets Our Tools Apart

Bypass precision

The Araki No.123 loppers are designed to deliver a clean slicing action on live branches. The bypass design reduces crushing, leaving a smooth wound that heals faster. The sharp Aogami cutting blade glides past the SK-5 counter blade, providing control and accuracy in every cut. This makes them well suited for orchards, vineyards, and detailed garden maintenance where branch health and appearance matter as much as efficiency.

Japanese workshop build

Yoshioka Hamono loppers are forged and finished in Miki, Hyogo Prefecture, a traditional center of tool making. The Araki No.123 reflects this heritage, pairing precise blade grinding with hardwood handles and a serviceable joint. These details ensure balance in use, predictable blade closure, and durability under regular pruning loads, making them a dependable choice for demanding horticultural work in Australian conditions.

Care and edge life

Maintain performance by wiping the blades clean after use and applying light oil to the joint and edges. Touch up the Aogami cutting blade as needed with a fine stone. The SK-5 counter blade resists shock but also benefits from cleaning. Following these routines will extend edge life and keep cuts smooth. Our guides on carbon steel and Japanese secateurs offer practical upkeep advice.

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