OKATSUNE 103 Professional Pruners
The Okatsune 103 is the gold-standard Japanese pruner for daily garden and nursery work. It is built for those who actually put it to work, rather than just taking it out of a drawer twice a year—a simple, brutally efficient tool that gets the job done without any fuss.
If you are tired of "name-brand" pruners that look good on the packaging but start snagging, developing play, or simply stop cutting properly after a while, the Okatsune 103 is the right alternative: a tool designed to last for years under intense working conditions. It is meant for professionals and enthusiasts who are done with hobby-grade tools.
With a length of 200 mm, it fits perfectly in the hand for most users and is easy to control for both fine cuts and thicker branches. You can easily cut branches up to 25 mm in diameter, covering most standard gardening and production tasks.
The blades are made of high-hardness (60–61 HRC) IZUMO YASUGI Japanese steel, the same type of steel used for samurai swords. You feel this immediately during use: the pruners glide easily into the wood, cut cleanly, and retain a sharp edge for a long time, even when used heavily season after season.
The blade shape is designed to push sap out of the cutting area. This prevents dirt—dust, fine debris, or dried mud—from building up on the blade, keeping the pruners cleaner and making your work easier.
The spring between the handles allows the pruners to open and close smoothly, reducing hand fatigue during repetitive cutting. The locking system is simple and can be operated with one hand, so you can open and close the shears quickly and safely. When you feel it no longer cuts as aggressively, you can easily restore the blade to its original state with an Okatsune sharpening stone.
In short: The Okatsune 103 is a robust, simple, and highly efficient Japanese pruner, suitable for both professional gardeners and enthusiasts who want a tool they can rely on for years to come.
Main features:
- Reference model in the Okatsune range
- Suitable for medium-sized hands
- Total length: 200 mm
- Maximum cutting diameter: 25 mm
- Blade length: 55 mm
- Weight: approx. 220–225 g
- Blades made of IZUMO YASUGI Japanese steel (60–61 HRC), also used for samurai swords
- One-handed locking mechanism
- Spring for smooth opening and closing
The Famous Roses quality standard:
The Okatsune tools you find at Famous Roses are original, manufactured in Japan, and brought to Romania through official channels. We do not work with knock-offs or products of unclear origin. We select only professional tools designed to withstand hard work and remain by your side for many years in the garden or nursery.
Warranty information:
The warranty for this product is 2 years and covers manufacturing and material defects. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, blade sharpening, or damage caused by improper use or extreme working conditions.
To resolve an issue, proof of purchase (invoice or order confirmation) and clear photos of the product are required. In certain cases, the product may be requested for inspection.
