Niwaki Hori Hori Pro Japanese Trowel & Canvas Holster
Niwaki Hori Hori Pro Japanese Trowel & Canvas Holster
Hand-made and designed especially for Niwaki by third generation family craftsmen in Miki, deep in Hyogo, one of the heartlands of horticultural blacksmithing in Japan. The new generation Hori Hori is forged from SK-5 carbon steel, making it sharper and tougher than other Hori Hori for digging, weeding, planting and cutting, with a subtly profiled FSC Beech handle for sustained use, and of course the accompanying Canvas Sheath for easy access and safe storage. If in any doubt look for the kanji inscripted Niwaki stamped into the blade for proof of something very special.
SK-5 Carbon steel is the same steel we use in our Garden Shears, with just the right proportions of Carbon, Chromium, Nickel, Manganese, Silicon, Phosphorous, Copper and Sulphur to create the perfect balance of tensile strength, edge retention and toughness.
The humble Niwaki Hori Hori has the remarkable knack of instantly becoming everyone’s favourite tool in the garden. In short, the Niwaki Hori Hori Pro is a weed digging, plant dividing, seed drilling, bulb planting, pot scraping, stone prising, ivy removing, snail flicking, life saving, rooting tooting all round game-changer.
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Product Information
Main features
- 7" SK-5 carbon steel blade
- FSC beech wood handle
- New heavy duty coated 16oz canvas belt holder
- 303g
Dimensions
Hori Hori Trowel
H 300mm x W 45mm x D 20mm
Canvas Holster
H 285mm x W 73mm x D 17mm
Warranty
2 year manufacturer's warranty
Country of origin
Japan
Age restricted product
By law, we are not permitted to sell a knife or blade to any person under the age of 18. By placing an order for one of these items you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over. These products must be used responsibly and appropriately.
Delivery
Free UK mainland delivery within 3 to 4 working days
Care & maintenance
We’re constantly finding new ways to become more sustainable, so we only select products that are built to last. We recommend that you use your weeding hoe correctly to extend its lifespan.
Use it correctly:
- Japanese steel is hard and sharp, and can be more brittle than some people are used to - it will chip if abused
- Do not cut wire, metal, stone, plastic or any other hard material (even bamboo fibres and some very hard woods, especially knots and burrs, can damage steel edges)
- Do not twist or apply uneven pressure
- Cut diagonally across branches (not straight across) so you cut along the fibres
- Pay attention to our maximum cut dimensions, and don’t overdo it (shears are not loppers)
- Use the base of the blades, not the tips, for heavier cuts
Keep it clean
- Remove leaf resin, rust and gunk with a Crean Mate and water
- Dry, wipe over with Camellia oil and store in a dry place
Returns
Returns must be completed within 30 days from the delivery date. Orders cannot be cancelled prior to delivery. The client is responsible for the cost of returning any item, this is non-refundable. Bespoke made-to-order products are not eligible for return or exchange. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions.
All-round weeder, bulb-planter supreme and general subterranean rummager
Garden tree
Niwaki means garden tree. Not very exciting, but it implies far more than that. Japanese gardens are landscapes, microcosms of nature, and the trees are all shaped to fit into those landscapes - there’s an awful lot of artistry and cultural heritage in there too. .
Quality assured
Gardening is held in high-esteem in Japan, and the quality and thoughtful design of Niwaki secateurs, pruning saws, digging tools, shears etc reflect this. You won't be dissapointed.
Used by professionals
There's a reason why Niwaki tools are used extensively in the professional sector. These quality tools are reliable, durable and easy to maintain and service. Used correctly and cared for, these tools will last for decades.
Comes with the new canvas belt holder introduced in 2023
Japanese Artisans
A fond favourite of professional gardeners across the world, Niwaki brings the very best in Japanese design and craftsmanship, inspiring gardeners and craftsmen to do the things they love, even better. Niwaki offers a extraordinary range of fine garden and woodworking tools, kitchen knives and outdoor gear. A Hori Hori, Crean Mate, Mainichi Secateurs and some Camelia Oil are the absolute essentials for any gardener!
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