Working tool (5) Vintage - Japan Pruning Bonsai Shears
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Masamune professional pruning shears set of five, Japan, in good condition with vintage styling and Aogami No.2 carbon steel.
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Japanese Professional Pruning Shears Set (5)
This lot consists of five traditional Japanese professional pruning shears (植木屋鋏), used by gardeners and bonsai craftsmen.
Total weight: 883g
Main piece (upper row, with box):
• Maker: Masamune (鋏正宗)
• Length: 18.5 cm
• Type: Professional Okubo-style pruning shears
• Steel: Yasuki Steel – Aogami No.2 (Blue Paper Steel No.2)
• Original box included
Aogami No.2 (also known as “Blue Paper Steel No.2”) is a premium high-carbon steel produced in Yasugi, Japan.
It is widely used in high-end Japanese knives due to its high hardness, excellent edge retention, and superior wear resistance.
This steel is particularly valued by professional craftsmen.
Other shears included:
• Gosaku (剛作) – approx. 19 cm
• Hidefusa (秀房) – approx. 15–16 cm
• Genzo (源造) – approx. 16–17 cm
• One unmarked vintage piece – approx. 17–18 cm
All are traditional forged Japanese shears.
Condition:
• Used vintage condition
• Surface rust and patina visible
• No major structural damage observed
• All pieces open and close properly
These are authentic working tools, suitable for collectors, restorers, or professional users who appreciate traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Origin: Japan
Material: Carbon steel (Aogami No.2 for Masamune)
Type: Professional pruning shears
Total pieces: 5
Total weight: 883 g
Japanese Professional Pruning Shears Set (5)
This lot consists of five traditional Japanese professional pruning shears (植木屋鋏), used by gardeners and bonsai craftsmen.
Total weight: 883g
Main piece (upper row, with box):
• Maker: Masamune (鋏正宗)
• Length: 18.5 cm
• Type: Professional Okubo-style pruning shears
• Steel: Yasuki Steel – Aogami No.2 (Blue Paper Steel No.2)
• Original box included
Aogami No.2 (also known as “Blue Paper Steel No.2”) is a premium high-carbon steel produced in Yasugi, Japan.
It is widely used in high-end Japanese knives due to its high hardness, excellent edge retention, and superior wear resistance.
This steel is particularly valued by professional craftsmen.
Other shears included:
• Gosaku (剛作) – approx. 19 cm
• Hidefusa (秀房) – approx. 15–16 cm
• Genzo (源造) – approx. 16–17 cm
• One unmarked vintage piece – approx. 17–18 cm
All are traditional forged Japanese shears.
Condition:
• Used vintage condition
• Surface rust and patina visible
• No major structural damage observed
• All pieces open and close properly
These are authentic working tools, suitable for collectors, restorers, or professional users who appreciate traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Origin: Japan
Material: Carbon steel (Aogami No.2 for Masamune)
Type: Professional pruning shears
Total pieces: 5
Total weight: 883 g
Details
Era
After 2000
Weight
903 g
No. of items
5
Style
Vintage
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Steel
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
18.5 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated Period
2000-2010
Title additional information
Japan Pruning Bonsai Shears
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