{"product_id":"chikamasa-japanese-ts-66b-lightweight-snips","title":"Chikamasa Japanese TS-66B Lightweight Snips","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJapanese lightweight shear with built-in wire cutter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chikamasa TS-66B is designed for cutting flower stems, small branches and light growth without hand fatigue. The built-in wire cutter on the base of the blade makes it useful for florist wire and twine as well as plant material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFunctional and practical\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbon steel upper blade has a fluorine coating over electroless nickel plating, which resists resin and sap build-up and keeps the action smooth between cleans. A shock-absorbing cushion handle reduces impact fatigue, and a manual stopper lock keeps the blades closed safely when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you will love them\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in wire cutter: Cuts florist wire and twine without reaching for a second tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResin-resistant blade: Fluorine-coated under blade stays clean through sticky, sappy stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight: 170 mm Japanese shear built for extended use without fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushion grip: Shock-absorbing handle reduces impact with each cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan: Chikamasa blade quality, refined over more than a century of production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 170 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper blade: Carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder blade: Electroless nickel plating with fluorine coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Cushion grip, non-slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock: Manual stopper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in wire cutter: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe blades clean after use to maintain the fluorine coating and prevent sap build-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a drop of oil to the pivot occasionally to keep the action smooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore with the manual stopper engaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Chikamasa\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in Japan in 1910, Chikamasa has been making precision shears and scissors for gardeners, florists and agricultural professionals for over a century. Their tools are known for sharp, durable blades and resin-resistant coatings suited to heavy daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chikamasa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67866187333810,"sku":"GT437","price":57.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/5317\/3170\/files\/chikamasa-japanese-ts-66b-lightweight-snips-7695756.jpg?v=1793756831","url":"https:\/\/minimalistgardener.com.au\/products\/chikamasa-japanese-ts-66b-lightweight-snips","provider":"Minimalist Gardener","version":"1.0","type":"link"}