Niwaki GR Pro Secateurs
Japanese Pruners
Our best selling secateur: the perfect combination of robust, hard wearing steel, with well-balanced precision and ergonomics… read the full description.
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⚠️ Sorry, Niwaki GR Pro Secateurs • Left Handed is not available until after 6 Oct 2025. Please take a look at our alternative Niwaki Mainichi Secateurs • Left Handed
- 9.2oz
- 8.1 x 2.2 x 0.9"
- 2.2" blades
- Max cut Ø0.6"
- S58C Carbon Steel
- 9.3cm Vinyl Grip handles
- Made in Yamagata, Japan
Niwaki GR Pro Secateurs • Large Right Handed is in stock:
- 10.9oz
- 9.1 x 2.4 x 0.8"
- 2.6" blades
- Max cut Ø0.6"
- S58C Carbon Steel
- 10.4cm Vinyl Grip handles
- Made in Yamagata, Japan
- Includes Spare Spring
Niwaki GR Pro Secateurs • Right Handed is in stock:
- 8.6oz
- 8.1 x 2 x 0.9"
- 2.2" blades
- Max cut Ø0.6"
- S58C Carbon Steel
- 8.8cm Vinyl Grip handles
- Made in Yamagata, Japan
- Includes Spare Spring
Niwaki GR Pro Secateurs • Small Right Handed is in stock:
- 7oz
- 7.3 x 1.9 x 0.8"
- 2" blades
- Max cut Ø0.4"
- S58C Carbon Steel
- 8.3cm Vinyl Grip handles
- Made in Yamagata, Japan
- Includes Spare Spring
Single Holster • Standard is in stock:
- 3.3oz
- 9.3 x 3.3 x 1"
- 3mm Leather
- Made in China
Single Holster • Large is in stock:
- 3.4oz
- 9.2 x 4.1 x 1.2"
- 3mm Leather
- Made in China
Please note: 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 items must be used responsibly and appropriately.
Product description
Drop forged and hand finished in Yamagata, deep in the mountains of North Japan, our ‘double yellows’ are the perfect combination of refined craftsmanship and every day usability. Tough carbon steel holds a mean edge, the chunky catch at the bottom and the strong spring gives a reassuringly simple functional feel, and the yellow grips show up when you’ve left them somewhere in the garden (or you can remove them for a more traditional look.)
Perfect for keen gardeners, landscapers and professionals who work their tools hard and need quality and precision in daily use. Jake’s current favourites.
Best usage
Pro for a reason: these secateurs are our tool of choice for longer days in the garden. Available in regular or large (for larger hands not more substantial cuts). We know it’s easy to get carried away, but please be mindful of the maximum cut rating (⌀15mm). It’s also good practice to pay attention to what type of wood you’re cutting (and the time of year) as this can influence the hardness of the material and potentially damage your blades. Always cut diagonally and position the bough as deep in the V of the blade and bypass as you can. If you feel like you’re struggling, stop and switch to the pruning saw: it’s not worth damaging your precious secateurs by being stubborn or too lazy to switch.
- Remove dirt and debris with the Mini Clean Mate
- Sharpen with a Niwaki #1000 grit stone
- Protect with Niwaki Camellia Oil
More about the GR Pro range
Our Standard and Small GR Pros are made by a small family business in Yamagata: 2nd generation Mr Kudo still puts in a full day’s work as he approaches 80, assisted by his wife and their two sons. Drop in for their favourite local food, niku soba ( meaty noodles) and a glass or two of sake.
