Niwaki Wisteria Rattan S-Type Secateurs, Limited Edition
£150.00
Is there a gardener in your life who has everything? Perhaps they've got a special occasion coming up? If so, I've got just the thing!
These limited edition secateurs are special in every way - they’re forged from S58C carbon steel, a premium, hard-wearing steel that retains its edge well and sharpens easily. The design combines two traditional Japanese secateur designs, offering the excellent grip and balance needed for prolonged use. The handles are wrapped with Wisteria rattan, that not only looks beautiful but provides a natural, textured grip that feels warm and comfortable in the hand. Quite simply, the finest secateurs money can buy.
When out of stock, please email hello@dancoopergarden.com for the next delivery date.
- Light (232g) and easy to use
- Overall dimensions: 205cm x 5.5cm x 2cm. Blade length: 5.5cm
- Drop forged and hand-finished by Yamakawa san in Sanjo, Japan
- Spare spring included, just in case
- Suitable for cutting stems, twigs and branches up to 1.5cm in diameter
- Presented in a handcrafted Kiribako Paulownia wood box
I aim to pick and pack your order within 24 hours of receipt and you should expect your parcel to arrive within 3–5 working days under normal circumstances. Orders placed on a Friday may not be sent until the following Monday. All delivery charges are calculated and displayed at the checkout.
- If your order can safely be sent in an envelope or small parcel, it will be sent by Royal Mail via a tracked service for £3.50. This doesn't require a signature but does let you know where your parcel is.
- Larger orders will be sent either with Royal Mail or a premium courier service for £4.95. Tracking details will be sent via SMS and/or email, if these contacts are provided.
- Extra large or heavy items will be sent via a premium courier service with tracking provided. Delivery is normally the next working day after dispatch.
- For deliveries to Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, Channel Islands and international addresses, please drop me a line at atyourservice@dancoopergarden.com letting me know where you are in the world and what you'd like to purchase. I will check the items are allowed to be shipped to your location and get a cost for your approval.
Should you need to return an item, drop me a line at atyourservice@dancoopergarden.com within 14 days of receiving your purchase, providing your name, order number and the reason for your return. I will let you know how to return your item.
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Most Niwaki tools are made from carbon steel. Although wonderfully strong and resilient, the metal will stain, rust and eventually lose its super sharp cutting edge without proper care. Looking after them is easy and will prolong their life no end. Here's how to do it:
- Japanese steel is hard and sharp, but it can be more brittle than some people are used to. It will dent and chip if abused. Hence, do not cut wire, metal, stone, plastic or any other hard material. Bamboo fibres and some very hard woods, especially those with knots and burrs, can damage sharp edges
- Cut diagonally across branches, not straight across
- Do not twist or apply uneven pressure, as this could damage the blades as well as your wrists and arms
- Pay attention to the maximum cut dimensions recommended. Use a pair of loppers or a pruning saw for more substantial branches
- Use the base of the blades (the parts nearest to the handles) for heavier cuts
- Never put tools away wet. Dry them with a cloth before retiring for the day
- Regularly remove leaf resin, rust and gunk with a Crean Mate (like a pencil eraser for plant sap). Dry, then wipe with Camellia oil and store in a dry place
- New tools won’t need sharpening for some time, but after a while, you’ll notice them gradually lose their edge, especially if you’re clipping box. Use a Niwaki sharpening stone for best results (#1000 grit is best for general sharpening).
- Sharpen secateurs every couple of weeks
- Sharpen shears and topiary clippers every time you use them, and you will notice the difference
- The rattan-wrapped handles mean that these pruners need more careful treatment than conventional secateurs. They should not be bashed about or left in the rain overnight (not a good idea for any tools!). In particular, don’t fold the secateur lock catch inside the handle, or use them with it half out, as this can wear and snag the rattan.
- Lastly, do put your own safety first and remember you are using a supremely sharp object. Always know where your cutting blades are relative to your body, and take no risks.
For lots more tips and advice on pruning and looking after your precious tools, read my guide: How to Prune Like a Pro.
