{"product_id":"toyama-hamono-t527-stainless-steel-pruning-snips","title":"Toyama Hamono T527 Stainless Steel Pruning Snips","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-forged stainless snips that cut like a fine kitchen knife, made for detailed indoor and bonsai work.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe T527 is hand-forged by Toyama Hamono in Sanjo, Japan, where the company has made shears since 1861. The blade has a sharp, knife-like edge for clean cuts on pruning and thinning bonsai, flowers and indoor plants; its slim, pointed tips slip into tight spaces so you can cut exactly where you need to. The asymmetrical handle, Toyama Hamono’s own design, is shaped for comfort and makes it easier to apply force. Every pair is finished by hand, one at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyama Hamono (Sanjo, Niigata, Japan; founded 1861)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e T527\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pruning snips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-forged stainless steel (JIS, Japanese Industrial Standards); rust-resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Toyama Hamono asymmetrical ergonomic handle, stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.75″ (approx. 197 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.75″ (approx. 70 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 oz (approx. 170 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip: up to approx. 3 mm (1\/8″); near the pivot: up to approx. 8 mm (5\/16″); live wood and plant stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pruning and thinning bonsai, flowers and indoor plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pair finished and adjusted by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem number (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e T527\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged stainless steel blade with a knife-like edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRust-resistant, even in humid and wet conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Toyama Hamono asymmetrical ergonomic handle, stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts up to approx. 8 mm (5\/16″) near the pivot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade contact, pivot and balance adjusted by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGardeners who want one high-quality pair for pruning and thinning bonsai, flowers and indoor plants. The slim tips make it a precise tool for houseplants and bonsai. Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-t27-c-camel-leather-pruning-snips\"\u003eToyama Hamono T27-C Pruning Snips, Camel Leather Grip\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire, plastic, artificial flowers, very dry wood, bamboo or frozen branches: it is made only for live plant material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick branches: it cuts up to about 8 mm; use loppers or a saw for heavier wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonsai purists who prefer the feel of traditional carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for tools that earn a place in the house as well as the garden. Toyama Hamono was founded in 1861 in Sanjo, Niigata, a city with a long tradition of metalworking, and still forges its shears by the traditional tanzo method. Its work has been recognized with the Good Design Award and as Sustainable Garden Product of the Show at the 2023 Melbourne International Flower \u0026amp; Garden Show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel resists rust, but a quick wipe after use still keeps it at its best. Store your shears indoors, away from moisture. After use, wipe the blades with a soft, dry cloth to remove soil and sap; if they get wet, dry them as soon as possible. A little light multipurpose or mineral oil on a cloth, wiped over the blades, prevents rust and keeps the action smooth. Toyama Hamono’s R3 rust eraser removes built-up dirt and rust, and the R2 slim whetstone keeps the edge sharp. Keep the edge sharp with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyama-hamono-r2-slim-shear-sharpening-stone\"\u003eToyama Hamono R2 Slim Shear Sharpening Stone, #320\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow thick a stem can the T527 stainless snips cut?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to approx. 3 mm (1\/8″) at the tip and approx. 8 mm (5\/16″) near the pivot, on live wood and plant stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the T527 stainless snips carbon steel or stainless?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eStainless. Stainless steel resists rust even in humid, damp conditions, so it suits greenhouses, wet climates and anyone who doesn’t want to oil a tool after every use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I keep the T527 stainless snips from rusting?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eStainless steel resists rust, but still wipe it dry after use and store it indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat shouldn’t I cut with the T527 stainless snips?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnything other than live plants. Very dry wood, bamboo and frozen branches can damage the blades, and it should never be used on wire, plastic or artificial flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I sharpen the T527 stainless snips?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the R2 sharpening stone: it sharpens shears without taking them apart. Clean the blades first with the R3 rust eraser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs there a pouch for the T527 stainless snips?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The R5N leather pouch fits Toyama Hamono pruning shears, snips, Koeda scissors and Warabi floral shears, and hangs from a belt, a fence or your shoulder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior and garden designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Toyama Hamono and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Buying several pairs for a landscaping crew, a florist studio or client gifts? Contact us with models and quantities and we’ll confirm availability and lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. All sales are final, so check the size and specifications above before ordering; if your order arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How thick a stem can the T527 stainless snips cut?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Up to approx. 3 mm (1\/8″) at the tip and approx. 8 mm (5\/16″) near the pivot, on live wood and plant stems.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is the T527 stainless snips carbon steel or stainless?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Stainless. 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