{"title":"Saws, Loppers, Sickles","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"niwaki-double-holster","title":"Niwaki Double Holster","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe double holster is such a sensible and clever gardening accessory because it simplifies the tool belt and prevents holes in your pockets! Keeping your tools on your body means that you're less likely to put them down and then forget where they are. Or lose them in the compost heap.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is designed to carry a folding \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/silky-pocketboy-medium-folding-saw\" title=\"Silky Pocketboy Medium Folding Saw\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epruning saw\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/okatsune-secateur\" title=\"Niwaki Okatsune Secateur\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esecateurs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for pruning work. It is also a good choice if you have large secateurs - use the back pocket for the secateurs and keep your snips or scissors in the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:  the back pouch is too loose to hold a hori hori (they fall out when you bend over) and large-sized secateurs won't always fit in the front pocket.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWear it with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/collections\/holsters\/products\/niwaki-belt\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNiwaki Belt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/collections\/holsters\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSee the full collection of holsters \u0026amp; tool bags here...\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Double Holster ONLY","offer_id":39246873133119,"sku":"P00034","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double Holster + Belt","offer_id":39246880669759,"sku":"P0034, P00227-1","price":130.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-double-holster.png?v=1781740249"},{"product_id":"abrasive-cleaning-block","title":"Abrasive Cleaning Block","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a super handy and portable abrasive block that I use to clean the gunk that inevitably builds up on the blades of my secateurs, shears and snips. If not removed, it makes your clippers sticky and slows down the cutting action. Also removes rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are small enough to tuck into a pocket or pouch, and I like to have mine with me all the time so I can touch up the tools as needed. When we’re doing a lot of pruning or cutting, we often clean and sharpen our blades daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable to remove rust from spades, shovels, forks, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse dry as it crumbles quickly when wet.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart of our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/cleaning-kit-bundle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCleaning Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhich is stocked with all the essential tools for cleaning \u0026amp; sharpening your kit!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Skookum Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13228766756927,"sku":"13802","price":18.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/products\/2Abrasive_Cleaning_Block_1.jpg?v=1608246866"},{"product_id":"silky-pocketboy-fine-folding-saw","title":"Pocketboy - Fine Tooth","description":"\u003cp\u003eA key piece of my basic gardening kit. These Silky Pocketboys are compact and so convenient, fitting neatly and unobtrusively into pockets, pouches, or holsters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI carry the 170mm in my \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Deluxe Garden Tool Belt\" href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/collections\/holsters\/products\/deluxe-garden-tool-belt\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGarden Tool Belt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e year-round so I so can deal with small pruning jobs as I go. Eliminates the run back and forth to the truck or the shed. Or the need to haul around your loppers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year we’re trying out a couple of new Pocketboys, including this fine-tooth blade. I spied the blue-handles in use at Great Dixter in the UK a few years ago -  the fine teeth are better for cutting old, hard wood during renovative pruning. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe shorter 130mm blade fits even more easily in between crowded, congested branches and is extremely useful when pruning old, overgrown shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe fine-tooth blade is also recommended for cutting hard woods like bamboo and lumber.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth sizes have a comfortable, easy-to-grip rubbery handle and a 2-position blade-locking system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUnlike North American saws that cut on the push stroke, Japanese saws cut on the pull stroke. A different sawing motion is required and you should know that the blades can be snapped through incorrect use. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eClick here for \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/pages\/saw-care\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSawing Tips \u0026amp; Saw Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Big Bear Tools","offers":[{"title":"130mm\/5\"","offer_id":13849766494271,"sku":"SI-342-13","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"170mm\/6.75\"","offer_id":13888489324607,"sku":"SI-342-17","price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Replacement Blade - 130mm Fine Tooth","offer_id":31912389705791,"sku":"SI-343-13","price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Replacement Blade - 170mm Fine Tooth","offer_id":31912393474111,"sku":"SI-343-17","price":70.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/B2C5F064-F314-4831-AB13-83F1AD21D9B2.heic?v=1784754499"},{"product_id":"silky-pocketboy-medium-folding-saw","title":"Pocketboy - Medium Tooth","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA folding pocket saw has been a key piece of my basic gardening kit for many years. They are compact and so convenient, fitting neatly and unobtrusively into pockets, pouches, or holsters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMy go-to has been the Pocketboy 170mm (7\") blade with medium teeth - having it in my toolbelt means that I can deal with small pruning jobs that are too big for secateurs as I\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ego. I don't have to run back to the truck or the shed to get a pair of loppers, and I don't have to risk damaging\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emy secateurs by making cuts that are too big for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike North American saws that cut on the push stroke, Japanese saws cut on the pull stroke. A different sawing motion is required and you should know that the blades can be snapped through incorrect use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClick here for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/pages\/saw-care\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSawing Tips \u0026amp; Saw Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are several Pocketboy options, the 130mm (5\") blade being one of them. It is even easier to tuck it into a pocket or pouch. The shorter blade fits more easily in between crowded, congested branches - a really useful feature for renovative shrub pruning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBoth sizes have a comfortable, easy-to-grip rubbery handle and a 2-position blade-locking system. Blades are impulse-hardened which means they will stay sharp 3x longer than untreated blades. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBest of all, the blades can be replaced. I've had my original handle for about 15 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Big Bear Tools","offers":[{"title":"130mm\/5\"","offer_id":13849779077183,"sku":"SI-340-13","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"170mm\/6.75\"","offer_id":13888482738239,"sku":"SI-340-17","price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Replacement Blade - 130 Medium Tooth","offer_id":31912401600575,"sku":"SI-341-13","price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Replacement Blade - 170 Medium Tooth","offer_id":31912400257087,"sku":"SI-341-17","price":70.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/silky-pocketboy-medium-tooth-saws.heic?v=1784753945"},{"product_id":"niwaki-loppers","title":"Niwaki Loppers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"productdescription\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productdescription\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productdescription\"\u003eTraditional Japanese lopping shears with big strong forged blades and stout oak handles. Suitable for branches up to 2.5cm\/1\", although as some wood is harder than others this is only a guide, and common sense should tell you when to stop... and cut bigger branches at a 45˚angle.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30249768910911,"sku":"P00125","price":205.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-loppers.png?v=1781737408"},{"product_id":"niwaki-herbaceous-sickle","title":"Herbaceous Sickle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed in Japan for hand-harvesting rice, but some bright spark realised that the same thing works brilliantly for cutting down herbaceous perennials and grasses in ornamental gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerrated blade copes with tough, dry stalks: grab a handful, cut with a sawing action. Covers more ground than you would 'chop, chop, chopping' with secateurs. Makes for a healthy change of motion for the cutting hand and wrist.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"features\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31886202634303,"sku":"P00114","price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-herbaceous-sickle.png?v=1781814886"},{"product_id":"ars-pole-pruners","title":"ARS Extendable Pole Pruner","description":"\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eThis is an excellent tool for extending your reach when the ladder won't get you there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eLike secateurs on a pole, these telescopic aluminium pruners are ultra lightweight for minimal shoulder and neck strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eWe use them for deadheading tall shrubs (think lilacs), for fruit tree pruning and wisteria whips, and many other plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eFive stops give you a 9.75' long pole when fully extended, good only for thin, first-year growth - cuts branches up to 0.8\"\/20mm thick.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arborist Supply Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32383773343807,"sku":"ARS-LA-180ZF305","price":230.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/products\/image_1959f4fb-c6f0-42e8-9633-265257560e67.jpg?v=1614194257"},{"product_id":"bamboo-hatchet","title":"Bamboo Hatchet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful hatchet designed for splitting bamboo, but not for cutting it down! I have \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/silky-pocketboy-170-folding-saw?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=f1b3512a8\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Silky Pocketboy Fine Tooth Folding Saw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eother suggestions for that job\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is used like a wedge to split the hollow canes down the middle, to then be used to build structures and fences for a Japanese-style garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrow forged carbon blade is useful for for other jobs like splitting kindling and sharpening stakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite oak handle and a vinyl-wrapped wooden scabbard.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32662738993215,"sku":"P00176","price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-bamboo-hatchet.png?v=1781820692"},{"product_id":"silky-zubat-curved-saw","title":"Silky Zubat","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAvailable in 2 sizes (use the drop down option)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is what we keep in the pruning kit for the jobs that are too big for our Silky Pocketboys and Gomboys. It's a professional, heavy-duty arborist's saw suitable for larger cuts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Zubat has a curved blade for faster cutting speed with less effort and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emolded rubber handle for a firm, easy grip. Apparently Zubat, or Zubatto in Japanese, refers to the sound of something that is hit directly on target.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike western saws that cut on the push stroke, Japanese saws cut on the pull so there's less chance of the blade jumping, making for a cleaner, finer cut with a lot less effort.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZubat blades cannot be re-sharpened due to the use of electro-impulse hardening in the manufacturing process. Replacement blades are available.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/pages\/saw-care\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSawing Tips \u0026amp; Saw Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Bear Tools","offers":[{"title":"Silky Zubat 270","offer_id":39621093589055,"sku":"SI-270-27","price":145.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silky Zubat 330","offer_id":39621093621823,"sku":"SI-270-33","price":160.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silky Zubat 270 Replacement Blade","offer_id":41422189133887,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silky Zubat 330 Replacement Blade","offer_id":40350153080895,"sku":"SI-271-33","price":110.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/products\/image_25697590-b201-475a-8459-5f1a6c775b81.jpg?v=1646861564"},{"product_id":"niwaki-mini-s-type-hori-hori","title":"Mini Hori Hori","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome of you have been asking if we have a serrated version of the Niwaki hori hori, and now we do. In fact, we have two!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is the mini version but it also comes in a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/hori-hori-s-type-and-canvas-sheath?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=6c07bd13e\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Niwaki Serrated Hori Hori\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estandard size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. The \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003emini would be super handy to use on the potting table or in the greenhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hori hori is an indispensable multi-purpose tool that my crew and I always carry on our tool belts. This tool performs many functions: weeder, planting tool (bulbs, plugs, small pots), trowel, root slicer, knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those of you not in the know, 'hori hori' is literally translated as 'dig dig'.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck out the all our mini tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardeners-kit.myshopify.com\/products\/niwaki-mini-s-type-hori-hori\"\u003eMini Hori Hori\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardeners-kit.myshopify.com\/products\/niwaki-mini-snips\"\u003eMini \u003c\/a\u003ePinch Scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardeners-kit.myshopify.com\/products\/niwaki-kenzan-minis\"\u003eMini Kenzans\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardeners-kit.myshopify.com\/products\/niwaki-mini-sickle\"\u003eMini Sickle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Mini Hori Hori","offer_id":42394655555647,"sku":"P00659-1","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mini Hori Hori with Canvas Holster","offer_id":42394655588415,"sku":"P00659-1, P00706-1","price":105.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-s-type-mini-hori-hori.png?v=1781738444"},{"product_id":"silky-gomboy-saw","title":"Silky Gomboy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a beefed up version of the Pocketboy, perfect to have stashed in the truck when you need to make bigger caliper cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unbeatable folding design means that it is still compact and convenient to use, fitting neatly into toolkits and slightly bigger pockets!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has the same comfortable, easy-to-grip rubbery handle and a 2-position blade-locking system as the Pocketboy. The curved blade gives more cutting power and impulse-hardened teeth stay sharp 3x longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike North American saws that cut on the push stroke, Japanese saws cut on the pull stroke. A different sawing motion is required and you should know that the blades can be snapped through incorrect use. Click here for Sawing Tips \u0026amp; Saw Care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Bear Tools","offers":[{"title":"210mm\/8\"","offer_id":39534233354303,"sku":"SI-121-21","price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"240mm\/9.5\"","offer_id":39536984948799,"sku":"SI-121-24","price":100.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Curved Pro 240mm\/9.5\"","offer_id":39536991141951,"sku":"SI-717-24","price":115.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Replacement Blade - 210 Medium Tooth","offer_id":39534243676223,"sku":"SI-122-21","price":75.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Replacement Blade - 240 Medium Tooth","offer_id":39536987635775,"sku":"SI-122-24","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Replacement Blade - 240 Curved Pro Medium","offer_id":39536991993919,"sku":"SI-718-24","price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/products\/image_58a23dbc-d08a-4225-bca7-c5efc475eb26.jpg?v=1639001759"},{"product_id":"weeding-sickle","title":"Weeding Sickle","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn alternate way to weed! I have been a committed hori hori user for years, but I've recently had several people tell me that they prefer these compact weeding sickles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe shaft is quite short and light, making it easy to maneuver through a garden bed or in between veggies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe curved blade can be dragged along the surface to cut down annual weeds, or turned 90 degrees to use the tip to dig out tap-rooted baddies. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLightweight and durable. Can be sharpened.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Bear Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42659813589055,"sku":"GY-TZ-005","price":35.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/41E91BF5-6307-411A-BA14-8EFC98ABA0C6.heic?v=1769639759"},{"product_id":"ars-featherlight-pole-saw","title":"ARS Featherlight Pole Saw","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"productdescription\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use pole saws a lot when we're pruning trees on ladders - it really increases your reach when you have to work from the edge of the canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ARS pole saws are incredibly lightweight, extend in length, and come with blades that are Marquench-hardened for a long-lasting razor sharp edge (better google it!) and are treated for rust and sap resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe poles have parallel walls (instead of round) which makes the pole stronger and minimizes sway when fully extended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComes in two sizes, replacement blades available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGARDENER'S KIT TIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e  As much as possible, I recommend minimizing the amount of time you use a pole saw from the ground (or reaching straight up) - save your body and use a ladder to get yourself level with, or above, the branch that you are cutting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLONG:  6'-9' (1800-2700mm)\u003cbr\u003eSHORT:  4'-6' (1200-1800mm)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/pages\/saw-care\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSawing Tips \u0026amp; Saw Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arborist Supply Co","offers":[{"title":"ARS Featherlight Pole Saw 6'- 9'","offer_id":39539159334975,"sku":"ARS-SC-EXW27","price":215.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ARS Featherlight Pole Saw 4'- 6'","offer_id":39539159367743,"sku":"ARS-SC-EXW18","price":190.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Replacement Blade - ARS Featherlight Pole Saw","offer_id":39539159400511,"sku":"ARS-SB-EXW1","price":55.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/ars-featherlight-pole-saw-6-9ft.webp?v=1784755249"},{"product_id":"felco-loppers","title":"Felco Loppers","description":"\u003cp\u003eI have happily been using Felco loppers for 20 plus years. I clearly remember reading a list of tool recommendations in Gardens Illustrated, by the garden designer Dan Pearson, which sang the praises of Felco loppers and likened pruning with them to 'slicing through soft butter with a knife'. I was sold!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough I have now added \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hfsjg3ghbayw5ki5-29823520.shopifypreview.com\/products\/niwaki-loppers\" title=\"Niwaki Loppers\"\u003eNiwaki loppers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to our gardening kits, my crew does still use Felcos as well. The design and cutting action is really different between the two of them - the Felcos have a smooth cutting action, with rubber bumpers to cushion the impact of repeated cuts and the blades are replaceable. Whereas the Niwakis are stout with a much bigger blade suitable for making bigger cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Felcos come in two lengths - 17\" short and 25\" long. I really like the compact 17\" model for pruning in tight spaces or if I want a lighter weight tool; the handles are short enough that they don't get caught up in surrounding branches.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Bear Tools","offers":[{"title":"Felco 20 Loppers - Short","offer_id":39761216471103,"sku":"FE-FELCO-F20","price":320.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Felco 21 Loppers - Long","offer_id":39761216503871,"sku":"FE-FELCO-F21","price":360.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Replacement Blade - 200\/3","offer_id":39761289150527,"sku":"FE-200\/3","price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/products\/felco-loppers.jpg?v=1784756028"},{"product_id":"niwaki-mini-sickle","title":"Mini Sickle","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe often get asked for a hand-weeding tool with a slim blade for getting into the cracks between bricks. Well, look no more! This is a mini, extremely light sickle that's super useful in small areas. Also can be used for harvesting veg. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck out the all our mini tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/niwaki-mini-secateurs\"\u003eMini Secateurs,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/niwaki-mini-s-type-hori-hori\"\u003eMini Hori Hori\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/niwaki-mini-snips\"\u003eMini Snips, \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"niwaki-matsui-ruler\"\u003eMatsui Rulers\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/niwaki-kenzan-minis\"\u003eMini Kenzans,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/niwaki-mini-sickle\"\u003eMini Sickle,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/greenhouse-tool-set\"\u003eGreenhouse Tools.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39861946777663,"sku":"MSKL","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-mini-sickle.png?v=1781817403"},{"product_id":"reinforced-garden-belt-hori-hori-sheath","title":"Deluxe Garden Toolbelt 2.0","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a new version of the Deluxe Garden Tool Belt, which we are introducing In response to repeated customer requests for a tool belt that will hold Felco secateurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven though we don't sell Felco secateurs, we know a lot of you still use them and we don't want to deprive you of the pleasure and professionalism of using one of these brilliant tool belts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom pockets snugly hold everything you'll need on your maintenance and pruning rounds:  secateurs, snips, scissors, folding saw, hori hori or weeding trowel, keys, phone, cleaning\/sharpening bits 'n bobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have been using my toolbelt for several years and am so pleased with it - the wide panel spreads the weight of the tools nicely, there is enough room for me to carry all of my essentials, and it is really comfortable to wear. I'm more organized and that conveys a strong sense of professionalism to my clients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one-piece design means that it doesn't slip or slide around on your belt when you bend or crouch, and it's much more comfortable to wear than 2 or 3 separate holsters with individual tools in them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMost importantly, if you keep your tools on your body, you won't accidentally dump them in the compost pile or forget where you put them down!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from thick, supple, oil-tanned leather that is rugged and durable. The hori hori sleeve is a proper knife sheath: triple-welted and reinforced with rivets to prevent the sharp blade from cutting through the seams. Double reinforced belt line with a center-bar buckle offers extra support. All buckles and rivets are made of solid brass and won't rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Smith's leather balm\" href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/smith-s-leather-balm?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0d99591f8\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmith's Leather Balm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to protect and extend the life of your leather toolbelt or holster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSizin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eg: S\/M\/L\/XL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Right-Handed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize is based on belt line measurements*,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e standard pant waist sizes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI like to wear my tool belt over top of whatever gardening gear I'm wearing - sweaters, rain gear, jackets - for ease of access and removal. If you like to do the same, make sure you take that into account when choosing a size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall - 34\" - 38.5\" belt line measurement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium - 37\" - 41.5\" belt line measurement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge - 40\" - 44.5\" belt line measurement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eX-Large - 42\" - 46.5\" belt line measurement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e*How to measure your belt line\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e  For accurate sizing, take a soft tape and measure your belt line, over your clothes, at the point where you will wear THIS belt. There are a total of 5 buckle holes on these belts so that you will have room to adjust according to the bulkiness of your clothing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional sizing available to order, please\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:gardenerskit@telus.net\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact us by email\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto place an order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/collections\/deluxe-garden-toolbelts\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee the full collection of deluxe holsters here...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wheeler Munroe","offers":[{"title":"Small, Right Handed","offer_id":39986594021439,"sku":"WMRGB-S","price":335.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium, Right Handed","offer_id":39986594054207,"sku":"WMRGB-M","price":335.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large, Right Handed","offer_id":39986594086975,"sku":"WMRGB-L","price":335.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large, Right Handed","offer_id":39986594119743,"sku":"WMRGB-XL","price":335.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/928566C1-8CD8-4F21-B078-008F48866A49.heic?v=1690920977"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-12-carbon-steel-folding-saw","title":"Opinel No. 12 Folding Saw","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis mini folding saw is ultra light and easy to tote around. The carbon steel blade cuts on the pull stroke and can manage small branches up to 4\"\/10cm in diameter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a tapered beechwood handle and f\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeatures a safety ring that locks the blade in the open and closed positions - so there need never be mishaps involving slipping blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarbon steel has greater overall strength than other types of steel but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehas a low resistance to corrosion. It will likely develop a patina (many Opinel fans seek this unique feature of their carbon steel blades) and may rust without a little extra care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOpinel has been crafting and manufacturing knives and tools in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChambery, France for over 130 years.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTool Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT \u003c\/strong\u003eleave carbon steel blades wet or damp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand dry immediately after each use before closing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity may cause corrosion: store your carbon blade in a dry environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid cutting acidic foods and oil your blade to prevent a patina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not immerse your saw in water, as this could warp the wooden handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil the handle after cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Opinel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41305158713407,"sku":"165127","price":42.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/C165F051-053C-47E2-9476-E1B37CFA6E37_1_201_a.heic?v=1731448645"},{"product_id":"felco-201-small-lopper","title":"Felco Lightweight Loppers","description":"\u003cp\u003eI have happily been using Felco loppers for 20 plus years. I clearly remember reading a list of tool recommendations in Gardens Illustrated, by the garden designer Dan Pearson, which sang the praises of Felco loppers and likened pruning with them to 'slicing through soft butter with a knife'. I was sold!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a new compact model - lighter and shorter with a slimmer cutting blade, excellent for use in tight spaces because the short handles won't get caught up in surrounding branches or plant growth. The lighter weight means that they are much more manageable for folks who don't have as much upper body strength as the heavier models require.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Bear Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40350099472447,"sku":"FE-Felco-F201-40","price":120.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/felco-201-smalllopper.jpg?v=1705102658"},{"product_id":"silky-pocketboy-curved-blade","title":"Pocketboy Curve Pro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA folding pocket saw has been a key piece of my basic gardening kit for many years. They are compact and so convenient, fitting neatly and unobtrusively into pockets, pouches, or holsters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHaving a Pocketboy in my toolbelt means that I can deal with small pruning jobs that are too big for secateurs as I\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ego. I don't have to run back to the truck or the shed to get a pair of loppers, and I don't have to risk damaging\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emy secateurs by making cuts that are too big for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis model, the Curve Pro, has a curved blade that allows you to\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e saw \u003c\/span\u003efaster and with more aggression than the straight blade\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. While working above shoulder height and below the knees, you can still saw on top of the branch without any extra effort, while your arm, wrist and hand remain in their natural position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike North American saws that cut on the push stroke, Japanese saws cut on the pull stroke. A different sawing motion is required and you should know that the blades can be snapped through incorrect use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClick here for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/pages\/saw-care\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSawing Tips \u0026amp; Saw Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll Pocketboy saws have a comfortable, easy-to-grip rubbery handle and a 2-position blade-locking system. Blades are impulse-hardened which means they will stay sharp 3x longer than untreated blades. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBest of all, the blades can be replaced. I've had my original handle for about 15 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Big Bear Tools","offers":[{"title":"130mm\/5\" Curved","offer_id":41422173601855,"sku":"SI-726-13","price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"170mm\/6.75\" Curved","offer_id":40652067274815,"sku":"SI-726-17","price":100.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Replacement Blade 130mm Curved Blade","offer_id":41422173929535,"sku":"SI-727-14","price":65.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Replacement Blade - 170mm Curved Blade","offer_id":40652069568575,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/7EBDA801-5236-4DD3-8082-00F4E84DEE4E.heic?v=1784753616"},{"product_id":"niwaki-billhook","title":"Billhook","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA billhook is a tool commonly used in the UK and Ireland and is best described as a cross between a sturdy knife and an axe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is often used for hedge laying, a traditional countryside skill, where the stems of a hedge of shrubs or small trees are partially cut through and then bent, near ground level, without breaking them, so as to encourage them to produce new growth from the base and create a living ‘stock-proof' fence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe billhook is also used to prepare coppiced and pollarded wood, another traditional countryside skill, for plant supports and fence posts. This is properly called 'snedding', where the billhook is used to quickly cut the side shoots off branches. It would be excellent for doing the same to bamboo stems. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn France and Italy it is widely used for pruning grape vines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40828666019903,"sku":"P00393-1","price":120.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-billhook.png?v=1781818347"},{"product_id":"niwaki-sickle-japanese-kama","title":"Kama Sickle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe single-beveled Kama is a traditional Japanese farming implement used to harvest crops. It is light and precise and is excellent used in the garden to cut down ornamental grasses and perennials. Not meant to cut woody plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40828689809471,"sku":"P00624-1","price":70.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-kama-sickle.png?v=1781817544"},{"product_id":"ars-heavy-duty-long-reach-pole-pruner","title":"ARS Heavy Duty Pole Pruner 6'","description":"\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eThis is an excellent tool for extending your reach when the ladder won't get you there. Like secateurs on a pole, these long aluminum pruners are ultra lightweight for minimal shoulder and neck strain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eWe use them for deadheading tall shrubs (think lilacs), for fruit tree pruning, wisteria whips, and many other plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eThis model has a bigger, thicker blade, mounted on an angle, and a thicker arm to provide extra strength and durability. The 180-degree revolving arm allows you to maneuver the blade to get the right cutting angle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBypass blades are replaceable and can be sharpened to keep them in good cutting form throughout your pruning season. They can make cuts up to ¾” in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNote:  This model does not have a telescoping pole so the length is not adjustable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/ars-heavy-duty-pole-pruner-7ft\" title=\"ARS 7' Heavy Duty Long Reach Pole Pruner\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e7' model is also available for local pick-up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arborist Supply Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43217271259199,"sku":"ARS180LR-1.8","price":210.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/PolePruner.png?v=1771636146"},{"product_id":"ars-long-reach-secateurs-4","title":"ARS Long Reach Secateurs (4')","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"Product_Description\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eIntroducing, by popular demand, mini 4' pole pruners!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eThese are basically secateurs on an ultra lightweight aluminum pole and are an excellent tool for extending your reach when the ladder won't get you there. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWe use them for deadheading tall shrubs (think lilacs), for fruit tree pruning, wisteria whips, anything that is just out of reach. Ultra lightweight for minimal shoulder and neck strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eThe pole revolves so you can turn the angle of the pruner blades without twisting your arm. Blades are replaceable and can be sharpened.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeeding something a little longer? Check out the full length \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"ARS Extendable Pole Pruner\" href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/ars-pole-pruners\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eARS extendable pole\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"ARS Extendable Pole Pruner\" href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/collections\/saws\/products\/ars-pole-pruners\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e pruner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca title=\"ARS Extendable Pole Pruner\" href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/collections\/saws\/products\/ars-pole-pruners\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/ars-heavy-duty-long-reach-pole-pruner\" title=\"ARS heavy duty long reach 6' pole pruner\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eARS heavy-duty pole pruner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arborist Supply Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41182870929471,"sku":"ARS-180-1.2","price":170.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/ARS4_PolePruner.png?v=1726176409"},{"product_id":"niju-slim-double-holster","title":"Niju Slim Double Holster","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis model is designed to carry \u003ca href=\"\/products\/okatsune-secateur\" title=\"Niwaki Okatsune Secateur\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esecateurs\u003c\/a\u003e in the front pocket and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/niwaki-hori-hori-pro\" title=\"Niwaki Hori Hori Pro\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHori Hori\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Niwaki GR Pro Clipper\" href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/niwaki-gr-pro-clipper\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClippers\u003c\/a\u003e in the slim, rear sleeve. It can also accommodate a pair of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/tobisho-topiary-clippers\" title=\"Tobisho Topiary Clippers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTopiary Clippers\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Niwaki Moku Pruning Saw\" href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/niwaki-moku-pruning-saw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMoku Folding Saw\u003c\/a\u003e or even a pair of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/niwaki-mini-shears\" title=\"Niwaki Mini Shears\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNiwaki Mini Shears\u003c\/a\u003e, though not all at the same time\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWear it with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/collections\/holsters\/products\/niwaki-belt\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNiwaki Belt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/collections\/holsters\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSee the full collection of holsters \u0026amp; tool bags here...\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Niju Slim Double Holster ONLY","offer_id":41582753972287,"sku":"P00794-1","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Niju Slim Double Holster + Belt","offer_id":41582754005055,"sku":"P00794-1, P00227-1","price":125.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-niju-double-holster.png?v=1781814056"},{"product_id":"ars-blade-cleaner-go-1","title":"ARS Blade Cleaner GO-1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eARS GO-1 Blade Cleaner is formulated to dissolve stubborn plant sap and residue in seconds, maintaining the sharpness and cutting performance of your ARS pruning tools. Regular cleaning prevents cross-contamination between plants and can significantly extend your tool's working life. Ideal for both professional arborists and home gardeners. Comes in a 100 ml spray bottle for convenient application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions for use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpray and wait 15 seconds before wiping blades clean\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miraie Corp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42932860059711,"sku":"GO-1","price":16.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/go-1-blade-cleaner.webp?v=1772151464"},{"product_id":"serrated-saw-sickle","title":"Serrated Saw Sickle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo handle sizes 240mm and 330mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japan, this is called a Urame Nokogama sickle (“Urame” means back side, and “Nokogama” means serrated sickle in Japanese). It is unique because it has deep serrations on the back side of the blade designed to ensure long-lasting cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany serrated sickles only have serrations at the tip or shallow serrations, which wear out quickly and limit usage. This sickle has 1cm deep serrations on the back side of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpen the blade from the front side\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ejust like a regular straight-blade sickle, making maintenance simple and efficient. If the serrated section is ever worn beyond the original 1 cm depth (which would take a very long time), the sickle can still be used as a straight-blade tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe serrated section is slightly less robust than the straight blade. When cutting very tough or woody vegetation, the serrations may wear faster, and some teeth might come off. Over time, as the blade is sharpened extensively, the serrations may gradually reappear, but the sickle remains fully usable even if some teeth are missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sickle\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e is ideal for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvesting crops and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting back weeds and undergrowth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Chop \u0026amp; drop” composting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral garden maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Takemoto Sickle","offers":[{"title":"240mm handle","offer_id":42983699021887,"sku":"KURS-1808B","price":35.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"330mm handle","offer_id":42983699054655,"sku":"KURS-1811","price":37.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/9E3C8A2A-836B-4373-8F1F-FE6A36C58482.heic?v=1777070866"},{"product_id":"piccolo-saw-sickle","title":"Piccolo Saw Sickle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis cute little Japanese sickle fits snugly in your hand and is used like an extension of your hand for weeding or harvesting in small spaces. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEspecially useful for weeding the gaps in brickwork, cutting grasses and ivy, and can also be used to cut bags or rope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single-edged blade provides excellent sharpness and is easy to re-sharpen. The handle is made of durable oak.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade steel: High carbon steel laminated to soft steel\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takemoto Sickle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42983700135999,"sku":"PKO-105","price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/DDFEEF8E-19ED-4607-90F7-8A387E8655C1.heic?v=1776295830"},{"product_id":"sawtooth-sickle-long-handle","title":"Sawtooth Sickle, long handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlso known as a Banshu sickle in Japan, this is a long-handled brush cutter that is used for cutting grass or stubborn weeds, harvesting, or even cutting ropes. Features a reverse saw blade that can be used by pushing or pulling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eM\u003c\/span\u003eade from high-quality composite material, has a single-edged blade, and a thinned finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe longer handle allows you to work from a standing position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takemoto Sickle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42983701119039,"sku":"KKN-1630","price":75.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/kkn-1630.png?v=1772840763"},{"product_id":"serrated-sickle-with-leather-sheath","title":"Serrated Sickle with leather sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautifully crafted sickle combines ease of use with aesthetic appeal. It has a dark walnut handle and comes with a matching leather sheath and shoulder strap. It is not only lightweight and compact, making it highly portable, but also exceptionally sharp. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditionally, the sickle’s simple design makes maintenance straightforward, allowing for easy care and lasting sharpness with minimal effort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn ideal gift for gardeners who value both style and functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– Suitable for professional use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– Corrosion resistant high quality Japanese high carbon steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– Serrated edge for secure grip and efficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takemoto Sickle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42983701479487,"sku":"SA-SET2","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/sa-set2.webp?v=1772840866"},{"product_id":"masamune-shears","title":"Masamune Shears","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Masamune shears are called \"rough cut\" and are more like a giant pair of secateurs. They are designed to be able to cut smaller woody bits when you are shearing hedging or shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan by Yoshioka Hamono.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshioka Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43022122713151,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/masamune-rough-cut-shears.png?v=1784759593"},{"product_id":"niwaki-camo-pouch","title":"Niwaki Camo Pouch","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLimited Edition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis smart pouch will hold your secateurs and all the small extras you will inevitably need to cart around with you in the garden – snips, phone, twine, sunglasses, earbuds, sharpener, cleaning block. 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There is also a plain \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/niwaki-pouch\" title=\"Niwaki Canvas Tool Pouch\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNiwaki Pouch.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMakes a great kit bag for your sharpening gear - holds camellia oil, a couple of whetstones, that sort of stuff. Also a great compact carry-all for around town, walks or travelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpot wash only, with a damp cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne-of-a-Kind\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery product in the Camo range is cut from a different section of canvas, so the way the pattern falls varies with each piece. 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Get 'em while you can, only available for a short while.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/collections\/niwaki-camo\" title=\"Niwaki camo collection\"\u003eSee the full Niwaki camo collection here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niwaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43368489451583,"sku":"P00398-1C","price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2982\/3520\/files\/niwaki-camo-pouch.png?v=1780961496"},{"product_id":"ars-heavy-duty-pole-pruner-7ft","title":"ARS Heavy Duty Pole Pruner (7')","description":"\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7' MODEL IS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR LOCAL PICK-UP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerskit.com\/products\/ars-heavy-duty-long-reach-pole-pruner\" title=\"ARS 6' Heavy Duty Long Reach Pole Pruner\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e6' model ships Canada-wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productdescription\"\u003eThis is an excellent tool for extending your reach when the ladder won't get you there. 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