Sokan products are produced in a factory located in Yamagata prefecture, which is famous as a production center for forged gardening tools.
The first Sokan was born in 1819, and he was a blacksmith of Japanese swords. After the end of Samurai era, demand for Japanese swords decreased and the production was switched over to various shears. Around 1880, the original model of the current pruning shears was developed, and since then the factory has been focusing on and producing pruning shears.
The pruning shears are produced in a traditional way, stemming from the process of Japanese sword making. A tapered screw is used to fix the blades and as a result, the shears can be used without loosening for a long time.
A seasoned craftsman perfects the edges, giving the shears excellent cutting quality. The steel used is called KA70, which is widely used for cutlery in Japan.Weight: 8.6 oz (244 g)
Edge Length: 60 mm
Total Length: 210 mm
Features a locking mechanism at the handle base
The first Sokan was born in 1819, and he was a blacksmith of Japanese swords. After the end of Samurai era, demand for Japanese swords decreased and the production was switched over to various shears. Around 1880, the original model of the current pruning shears was developed, and since then the factory has been focusing on and producing pruning shears.
The pruning shears are produced in a traditional way, stemming from the process of Japanese sword making. A tapered screw is used to fix the blades and as a result, the shears can be used without loosening for a long time.
A seasoned craftsman perfects the edges, giving the shears excellent cutting quality. The steel used is called KA70, which is widely used for cutlery in Japan.
