[description]Going back hundreds of years, the Japanese tradition of bonsai has evolved very specific pruning techniques, requiring specialist skills – and precision tools. These Japanese pruning scissors have high carbon steel blades to retain their razor-sharp edge. The fine, pointed blades are able to reach and isolate stems for pruning, while the handles are the perfect size to give precise control. Combining reach, strength and precision, this tool is also invaluable for all general plant styling, as well as for Japanese ikebana and Western floristry. Ideal for precision and detailed pruning and cutting of all indoor plants, these Japanese pruning scissors are part of a collection of specialist houseplant tools. You may also be interested in our houseplant pruner, orchid snips, and houseplant and terrarium tool set. [/description] [trade-description]Going back hundreds of years, the Japanese tradition of bonsai has evolved very specific pruning techniques, requiring specialist skills – and precision tools. These Japanese pruning scissors have high carbon steel blades to retain their razor-sharp edge. The fine, pointed blades are able to reach and isolate stems for pruning, while the handles are the perfect size to give precise control. Combining reach, strength and precision, this tool is also invaluable for all general plant styling, as well as for Japanese ikebana and Western floristry. Ideal for precision and detailed pruning and cutting of all indoor plants, these Japanese pruning scissors are part of a collection of specialist houseplant tools. You may also be interested in our houseplant pruner, orchid snips, and houseplant and terrarium tool set. [/trade-description] [specifications]Length: 20.3cm Maximum width of handles: 8.6cm Blades: High carbon steel [/specifications] [trade-specifications]Length: 20.3cm Maximum width of handles: 8.6cm Blades: High carbon steel [/trade-specifications] [packaging]Blister pack with euroslot for hanging Backing card dimensions: 25.2cm x 11.4cm [/packaging]