{"product_id":"branch-lopper-n-152","title":"Branch Lopper N-152","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe lopper that finally cuts the strings. Literally.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve all been there: halfway through a delicate pruning session, caught in a literal web of dangling and snagged branches. It’s a rite of passage we’d all like to skip. Enter the Nishigaki Futomaru N-152, a long-reach lopper designed for the gardener who values precision over gymnastics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe genius here is the internal steel rod mechanism. Because it runs neatly through the centre of the pole, there’s nothing on the outside to catch, snag, or ruin your flow. Even better? The blade cuts cleanly from the top down, eliminating the \"pulling up\" motion that leads to the inevitable (and infuriating) jamming found in lesser, string-pulled models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its lightweight aluminium build and elegant Japanese wooden handles, this is a heavy hitter. Thanks to a clever geared mechanism, you can slice through branches up to 40mm thick with a smooth handle action that feels suspiciously like showing off. The cutting head also rotates 110° horizontally, allowing you to navigate awkward angles and vertical growth without having to contort your body into a pretzel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Strings Attached:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal rod mechanism for snag-free pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geared action handles branches up to 40mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotates 110° to get into the tightest spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Japan with high-carbon SK steel and traditional wooden handles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8m total length, weighing in at a balanced 1.1kg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance (The Ritual):\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese steel is a commitment. To keep that edge surgical, avoid cutting wire, stone, or plastic—it’s a tool, not a multi-tool. Always cut diagonally across the branch to respect the fibres, and use the base of the blades for the heavy lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter your session, treat your N-152 to a quick clean with a Crean Mate to remove resin, a wipe-down with Camellia Oil, and a dry place to rest. Sharpen regularly; a dull tool is beneath you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nishigaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61552389095794,"sku":"G-ELE-N-152R","price":158.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/3893\/7458\/files\/nishigaki-default-title-branch-lopper-n-152-53097566896498.jpg?v=1779020128","url":"https:\/\/bugg.co.nz\/products\/branch-lopper-n-152","provider":"Bugg ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}