Specs
- 21" overall
- 7" blade length
- Izumo Yasuki steel
- 60 on the Rockwell scales
- Hardwood handles
Product Features
- Bumpers may vary - in the past they used metal bumpers that met together behind the pivot bolt, like traditional bumpers. However current models use a metal rivet on the top side of one of the blades that simply keeps the blades from fully crossing over each other
Warranty
A.M. Leonard's down to earth guarantee. This product is covered under A.M. Leonard's full one year warranty against manufacturer defects for product when used under normal conditions.
Product Safety
Prop 65
California Proposition 65
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known by the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Review Summary (Based on 12 Reviews)
Customer Reviews for Okatsune 7-inch Blade Hedge Shears, 21-inch Overall Length
5 Stars
Great Product! Luna from CA wrote (January 05, 2018):
Bought for hubby and he seems very happy with it.
1 Star
from wrote (September 20, 2017):
I cannot write w review because I need received the product.
5 Stars
Awesome shears Tony C from OH wrote (July 06, 2016):
"These are are an amazing tool for hedge shearing etc, price is a bit high compared to amazon, but nonetheless the best shears I have ever purchased."
5 Stars
Great Shears! Greg from FL wrote (June 13, 2016):
I have been buying these for years for our crews. They are durable, stay sharp, and are super light weight. Outstanding product!
5 Stars
Shears Karrie from NY wrote (November 23, 2011):
These are the most amazing shears, forget buying ones for $20, this is defineatly worth the money and investment. My gardener LOVED them, and almost walked off with them.
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QUESTION: What is Rockwell Hardness. ANSWER: Rockwell Hardness refers to Rockwell Hardness testing. This is an application of testing the hardness of material such as metal and plastics. The testing will vary but one example is when a diamond cone or ball is depressed at pressure into the material. The impression is measured and then given a hardness rating.
Japanese sword steel delivers maximum sharpness for clean cuts; wooden handles make for comfortable handling.
These light hedge shears deliver smooth, precise cuts regardless of the foliage you are pruning. Eliminates crushing and chewed cuts. Blades are made from hot hammer-forged Izumo Yasuki Steel, which is used in the making of Japanese swords. This steel gives the shears maximum sharpness and cutting power. Ultrahigh on the Rockwell scale, the tempered steels measures a Rockwell hardness of 60. 7-inch blade; 21-inch overall length; weight of 2 lbs. 
