{"title":"Okatsune","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbout Okatsune\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan’s leading manufacturer of pruning and harvesting tools, Okatsune, is based in Hiroshima. Okatsune have been manufacturing sharp and durable cutting tools for over 70 years. Using a precise quenching and tempering process, Okatsune turns high quality steel into blades that test 60 to 61 on the Rockwell C hardness scale. Okatsune harvesting shears are made from special grade forged high carbon steel, precisely heat treated and tempered and precision ground, to produce blades that will keep their edges longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ok17111001","title":"Okatsune Pruning Shears 101","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrong and well built pruners. Ideal for general gardening, horticulture, nursery work, Bonsai and Ikebana. Especially good for cutting tough heavy material. Great for taking out and about foraging due to their smaller size. Recommended for gardeners with smaller hands. 103 model good for medium \/ large size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for the smaller hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 180 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral purpose: max. cut diameter: 17 mm (note that cutting diameter depends on type of material, cutting direction, and if material is green or withered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 53 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight: 177 gr\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its length of 180 mm the Okatsune 101 is the most compact pruner by Okatsune and hereby particularly suitable for the small hand. The blades of this razor-sharp pruner 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, such as shrubs, roses, fruit trees, and creepers. Okatsune pruners are the undisputed number 1 in Japan: the country where pruning has been elevated to true art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical specifics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades of this Japanese pruner (Sentei Basami) are uniquely forged from the finest IZUMO YASUGI steel, and have a very high Rockwell hardness of 60.0 to 61.0. Therefore, the blades stay sharp for a long time and they consistently give a clean and precise cut in the wood, without giving much effort. Furthermore, Okatsune combines the hardness with a special flexibility, so that the cutting blade always aligns with the counter blade, even after intensive usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade has been ground in two angles, so it will also smoothly cut through wood, and will not unnecessarily damage the plant. Due to the unique shape of the hollow ground blade the sap flows away from the blade, and the blades will not come apart. The V-shape of the spring ensures that the cutting load is distributed evenly over the length of the spring which guarantees a smooth closing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades are very easy to grind with the Okatsune whetstone (Okatsune 412). The shear features a locking system that can be operated with one hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Okatsune","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":667768782867,"sku":"4968779101013","price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0181\/5089\/products\/o-101-and-o-103_6.jpg?v=1512105119"},{"product_id":"ok17111002","title":"Okatsune Pruning Shears 103","description":"\u003cp\u003eStrong and well built pruners. Ideal for general gardening, horticulture, nursery work, and floristry. Especially good for cutting tough heavy material. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost popular model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 200 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral purpose: max. cut diameter: 20 mm (note that cutting diameter depends on type of material, cutting direction, and if material is green or withered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 55 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight: 202 gr\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Okatsune 103 is the most popular pruner in the range. The blades of this razor-sharp pruner 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. Okatsune pruners are the undisputed number 1 in Japan: the country where pruning has been elevated to true art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical specifics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades of this Japanese pruner (Sentei Basami) are uniquely forged from the finest IZUMO YASUGI steel, and have a very high Rockwell hardness of 60.0 to 61.0. Therefore, the blades stay sharp for a long time and they consistently give a clean and precise cut in the wood, without giving much effort. Furthermore, Okatsune combines the hardness with a special flexibility, so that the cutting blade always aligns with the counter blade, even after intensive usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade has been ground in two angles, so it will also smoothly cut through wood, and will not unnecessarily damage the plant. Due to the unique shape of the hollow ground blade the sap flows away from the blade, and the blades will not come apart. The V-shape of the spring ensures that the cutting load is distributed evenly over the length of the spring which guarantees a smooth closing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blades are very easy to grind with the Okatsune whetstone (Okatsune 412). The shear features a locking system that can be operated with one hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Okatsune","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":667771011091,"sku":"4968779103017","price":105.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0181\/5089\/products\/o-101-and-o-103_5.jpg?v=1512105258"},{"product_id":"ok17111004","title":"Okatsune Floral Snips 304","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Okatsune 304 are very light and razor-sharp floral shears with long blade (45 mm) specially designed for picking flowers, and herbs, and deadheading. The pointed, extremely thin blades (2.3 mm) ensure that you can reach even the tightest spaces. The Okatsune 304 is not suitable for cutting hard (woody) stems. For this purpose you can better use the Okatsune 307. Okatsune floral shears are the undisputed number 1 in Japan, the country where its use has been elevated to an art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 190 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 45 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso for cuttings \/ harvesting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 110 gr\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade thickness: 2.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pointed tip snips feature 50mm needle-point blades, ideal for reaching into tight spaces. Blades have a double beveled edge to facilitate cutting stalks. The easy spring action \u0026amp; light weight make this ideal wherever repetitive, no-crush cuts are required; picking fruit or flowers, cutting buds, gathering vegetables. The long lasting sharpness makes this an excellent softwood propagation tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloristry soft stems work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvesting soft stemmed flowers, herbs, vegetables and fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadheading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaking cuttings for softwood propagation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e304 are not suitable for cutting hard woody stems, use 307 snips for that\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical specifics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades of these Japanese floral shears (Mekiri Basami) are uniquely forged from the finest IZUMO YASUGI steel, and have a very high Rockwell hardness of 59 to 60. Therefore, the blades stay sharp for a long time and they consistently give a clean and precise cut in the wood, without giving much effort. Furthermore, Okatsune combines the hardness with a special flexibility, so that the cutting blade always aligns with the counter blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade has been ground in two angles, so it will also smoothly cut through wood, and will not unnecessarily damage the plant. Due to the unique shape of the hollow ground blade the sap flows away from the blade, and the blades will not come apart. The V-shape of the spring ensures that the cutting load is distributed evenly over the length of the spring making for a soft closing action. The Okatsune 304 is not suitable for cutting hard (woody) stems. For this you can better use the Okatsune 307.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Okatsune","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":667773796371,"sku":"4968779304018","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0181\/5089\/products\/3915883.jpg?v=1512105428"},{"product_id":"ok17111003","title":"Okatsune Topiary Shears 216","description":"\u003cp\u003eOkatsune's 145mm long blade Western Style Hedge Shears are light and easy to use with strong blades and a hardwood handle, and are perfect for Topiary (the horticultural practice of training plants by clipping the foliage and twigs of trees and shrubs to develop and maintain clearly defined shapes) and Nursery work. Highest quality steel blades and razor sharp. Easily adjustable tension. They come with a Leather blade sheath. Without doubt, these are the best hedge shears we have seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 515 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle length: 300 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 145 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight: 740 gr\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShort model shrub shears with short wooden handles of 30 cm, and a large razor-sharp blade of 145 mm. This short, extremely lightweight model is ideal for topiary boxwood or the Japanese garden (o-karikomi), because you are close to the work. Also for pruning in tight spaces the 216 is ideal. Okatsune shrub shears are the undisputed number 1 in Japan, the country where pruning has been elevated to an art form. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical specifics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOkatsune shrub shears are very user friendly, and a pleasure to use. You will notice that you can very accurately shape your hedge with ease. The handles of Japanese white oak are well-known to absorb vibration, therefore working with these shears will be a very pleasant experience. The combination of the 145 mm long blade, and the handles of 300 mm ensures a perfect balance, and sufficient strength that you need to easily cut the hedge, or prune the branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades of these Japanese shrub shears (Karikomi Basami) are uniquely forged from the finest IZUMO YASUGI steel, and have a very high Rockwell hardness of 60.0 to 61.0. Therefore, the blades stay sharp for a long time and they consistently give a clean and precise cut in the wood, without giving much effort. Furthermore, Okatsune combines the hardness with a special flexibility, so that the cutting blade always aligns with the counter blade, even after intensive usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades are very easy to grind with the Okatsune whetstone (Okatsune 412). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Okatsune","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":667776778259,"sku":"OK17111003","price":195.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0181\/5089\/products\/o-216_2_orig.jpg?v=1512105602"},{"product_id":"okatsunetekkasnips307","title":"Okatsune Tekka Snips 307","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Okatsune 307 is the pure essence of the thinning shears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 180 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 35 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight: 105 gr\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade thickness: 2.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Okatsune 307 are very light and razor-sharp thinning shears with short blade (1 cm shorter than the 304). The shears have been specially designed to cut through harder (woody) stems as in the cuttings, harvesting, and thinning of vegetables, and fruit and for floristry work with woody stems. (For soft stemmed floristry work the 304 snips are recommended - so a perfect pair). The pointed, extremely thin blades (2.3 mm) ensure that you can reach even the tightest spaces, such as thinning of grapes, pears, or apples, Okatsune thinning shears are the undisputed number 1 in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThinning and harvesting fruit from fruit trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvesting woody stemmed vegetables \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloristry work with woody or hard stems \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaking woody cuttings for propagation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable for branches - use Okatsune 103 pruning shears for those\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical specifics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades of these Japanese thinning shears (Mekiri Basami) are uniquely forged from the finest IZUMO YASUGI steel, and have a very high Rockwell hardness of 59 to 60. Therefore, the blades stay sharp for a long time and they consistently give a clean and precise cut in the wood, without giving much effort. Furthermore, Okatsune combines the hardness with a special flexibility, so that the cutting blade always aligns with the counter blade, even after intensive usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade has been ground in two angles, so it will also smoothly cut through wood, and will not unnecessarily damage the plant. Due to the unique shape of the hollow ground blade the sap flows away from the blade, and the blades will not come apart. The V-shape of the spring ensures that the cutting load is distributed evenly over the length of the spring making for a soft closing action. The Okatsune 307 is not suitable to cut branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Okatsune","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32316503392395,"sku":"4968779307019","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0181\/5089\/products\/Screen_Shot_2020-02-15_at_12.15.27_pm.png?v=1581729658"},{"product_id":"okatsune412sharpeningstone","title":"Okatsune 412 Sharpening Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhetstone for grinding of all Okatsune products. We recommend to grind your Okatsune products regularly with the Okatsune whetstone. Alongside you will find the grinding instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: L 150 mm x W 25 mm x H 9 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 60 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to sharpen Okatsune secatuers video \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bR8Ug2wMoOw\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Okatsune","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32316504113291,"sku":"4968779412010","price":34.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0181\/5089\/products\/Screen_Shot_2020-02-15_at_12.18.03_pm.png?v=1581729723"},{"product_id":"okatsune203bonsaiscissors","title":"Okatsune 203 Bonsai Scissors","description":"\u003cp\u003eOkatsune 203 Bonsai Scissors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 210 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 55 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 240 gr\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedium 55mm blade, traditional Japanese bonsai scissors suitable for highly accurate forming and maintenance of your bonsai. These scissors are also ideal for the topiary of your boxwood and pine trees in your Japanese garden. The pointed, extremely thin blades of 55 mm ensure that you can penetrate deep into the bush to cut the soft parts such as twigs and leaves. The scissors are not suitable for cutting small branches, for this you can better use the Okatsune 207 bonsai shears. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonsai forming and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine trimming of topiary and pine trees in garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming of soft twigs and leaves in the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable for cutting of branches, use 101 or 103 secatuers for general garden work, or 207 Bonsai for bonsai small branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical specifics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades of these Japanese bonsai scissors (Bonsai Basami) are uniquely forged from the finest IZUMO YASUGI steel, and have a very high Rockwell hardness of 60.0 to 61.0. Therefore, the blades stay sharp for a long time and they consistently give a clean and precise cut in the wood, without giving much effort. Furthermore, Okatsune combines the hardness with a special flexibility, so that the cutting blade always aligns with the counter blade and does not break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade has been ground in two angles, so it will also smoothly cut through wood, and will not unnecessarily damage the plant. Due to the unique shape of the hollow ground blade the sap flows away from the blade, and the blades will not come apart. The V-shape of the spring ensures that the cutting load is distributed evenly over the length of the spring making for a soft closing action. The Okatsune 203 is not suitable for cutting small branches. For this you better use the Okatsune 207 bonsai shears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades can very easily be sharpened with the Okatsune whetstone (Okatsune 412).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Okatsune","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32316615164043,"sku":"OK19110501","price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0181\/5089\/products\/Screen_Shot_2020-02-15_at_12.51.34_pm.png?v=1581731744"},{"product_id":"okatsune207bonsaithinninggshears","title":"Okatsune 207 Bonsai Thinning Shears","description":"\u003cp\u003eOkatsune 207 Bonsai Thinning Shears\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeavy duty, 35mm blade, heavy duty but lightweight (120g) thinning shears. The pointed razor-sharp blades with their thickness of 3.3 mm are strong enough to cut small branches, and at the same time thin enough to penetrate deep into the bush. This allows you to simply make a clean cut at the most difficult places to reach, without damaging surrounding stems. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese shears are also perfect for all the maintenance on your bonsai, like candle pruning, style pruning and maintenance pruning. In addition, these shears are extremely suitable for cutting flowers because of the razor-sharp and pointed blades. These versatile shears can be best positioned between the category pruning shears and thinning shears. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Length: 190 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 45 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 120 gr\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade thickness: 3.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonsai - Trimming and cutting small branches \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut flower work (can cut small branches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral pruning (up to small branches, for heavier pruning work use 101 or 103 secatuers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical specifics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades of these Japanese bonsai shears (bonsai Basami) are uniquely forged from the finest IZUMO YASUGI steel, and have a very high Rockwell hardness of 60 to 61. Therefore, the blades stay sharp for a long time and they consistently give a clean and precise cut in the wood, without giving much effort. Furthermore, Okatsune combines the hardness with a special flexibility, so that the cutting blade always aligns with the counter blade, even after intensive usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade has been ground in two angles, so it will also smoothly cut through wood, and will not unnecessarily damage the plant. Due to the unique shape of the hollow ground blade the sap flows away from the blade, and the blades will not come apart. 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Therefore, the blades stay sharp for a long time and they consistently give a clean and precise cut in the wood, without giving much effort. Furthermore, Okatsune combines the hardness with a special flexibility, so that the cutting blade always aligns with the counter blade and does not break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical specifics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade has been ground in two angles, so it will also smoothly cut through wood, and will not unnecessarily damage the plant. Due to the unique shape of the hollow ground blade the sap flows away from the blade, and the blades will not come apart. The V-shape of the spring ensures that the cutting load is distributed evenly over the length of the spring making for a soft closing action. The Okatsune 206 is not suitable for cutting branches. 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