{"product_id":"hedge-shears-550","title":"Hedge Shears 550","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor the gardener who views a shaggy hedge as a personal affront, we present the Kamaki Hedge Shears 550. This isn’t just a tool; it’s a precision instrument for those who consider topiary a competitive sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted in Hyogo, Japan, by a manufacturer that’s been refining the art of the edge since 1876, these shears bring over a century of obsession to your garden. High-quality stainless steel blades are paired with sturdy wooden handles, offering that classic, balanced feel that modern plastic simply can’t replicate. At 740mm long, they provide the kind of leverage that makes you feel slightly more powerful than you probably are, while the 1,000g weight ensures you won’t be reaching for the ice pack after ten minutes of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re sculpting a boxwood or reclaiming a perimeter, the 210mm blades offer the maneuverability needed for surgical accuracy. It’s strength, reach, and fatigue-free operation, all wrapped in a heritage package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Golden Rules of Japanese Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapanese steel is famously hard and incredibly sharp, which also means it doesn't suffer fools (or wire). To keep these shears in top form, treat them with the respect they deserve:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo shortcuts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never cut wire, metal, stone, or plastic. These are for greenery only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMind your pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid twisting the blades or applying uneven force.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut diagonally across branches rather than straight across to follow the fibres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Play:\u003c\/strong\u003e For heavier cuts, use the base of the blades where the leverage is strongest, not the tips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maintenance Ritual:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you love your tools, they’ll love you back. Keep the 550s performing like day one by cleaning them with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bugg.co.nz\/tools-accessories\/clean-mate\/\"\u003eClean Mate\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bugg.co.nz\/tools\/rust-eraser\/\"\u003eRust Eraser\u003c\/a\u003e to banish sap and grit. Sharpen with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bugg.co.nz\/tools\/sharpening-stone-1000\/\"\u003e#1000 grit stone\u003c\/a\u003e when the edge needs a lift, and always finish with a coat of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bugg.co.nz\/tool-accessories\/camellia-oil\/\"\u003eCamellia Oil\u003c\/a\u003e to protect the steel. Remember: as Japanese steel gets sharper, it can become more brittle—handle with care, and they'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Number: No. 550\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 210 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Length: 740 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1,000g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Stainless steel blades, wooden handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kamaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61552355279218,"sku":"G-ELE-KAM-550","price":139.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/3893\/7458\/files\/kamaki-default-title-hedge-shears-550-53097394766194.jpg?v=1779020222","url":"https:\/\/bugg.co.nz\/products\/hedge-shears-550","provider":"Bugg ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}