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Designed with functionality and hands-free use in mind (hence the model name "handsfree") for fast and efficient work in the garden, SABOTEN PT-5 scissors allow you to keep your scissors close at hand (literally) and ready to cut while carrying out many tasks at once. Put your fingers in and rest or position your thumb on them while pruning, pinching, cutting and tying twine and more (video*).

• "razor-sharp" 35 mm blade made of stainless steel
• ergonomic design
• overall length: 100 mm
• weight: 32 g
• super-sharp blades that can be sharpened
• fits comfortably in the hand in the closed / locked position while other tasks are performed
• locking mechanism that can be released with just one thumb movement
• made in Japan

How to hold?

1. Figure 1. (from left to right): Standard. Harvesting flowers, pinching, cutting strawberry runners, cutting string and more.
2. Figure 2. (from left to right): Grip for small hands. Harvesting flowers, pinching, cutting strawberry runners, cutting twine and more. To avoid injury, the index finger must hold the handle.
3. Figure 3. (from left to right): For harvesting cherry tomatoes. Comfortable grip for harvesting.

Technical specifications:

• blade type: straight
• blade material: stainless steel
• blade length: 35 mm
• overall length: 100 mm
• weight: 32 g
• comfortable, innovative and compact design
• fits comfortably in the hand in the closed / locked position while other tasks are performed
• super-sharp blades that can be sharpened
• easy-to-use locking mechanism
• made in Japan

SABOTEN PT-16 is part of the revolutionary “automatic scissors” series: built-in magnets make opening the scissors easier. They are made from high-quality Japanese stainless steel, and the blade has a fluorine coating that prevents resin build-up and plant sap.

• “razor-sharp” 35 mm angled blade
• easy grip and ergonomic design that reduce wrist and hand fatigue
• built-in magnets in the handles for easier opening
• markings for cutting to the desired length (3/4/5/6/8/10/13 cm)
• suitable for: harvesting herbs, flowers, fruit and vegetables, caring for bonsai and houseplants, floral arranging
• made in Japan

Features:

• model: SABOTEN PT-16
• colour: pink
• size / blade length: 35 mm
• overall length: 160 mm
• blade – high-quality Japanese stainless steel, which can be sharpened
• blade type – angled
• tip – extremely thin, allowing precise cutting in narrow and hard-to-reach spaces
• easy ergonomic grip with automatic magnetic cushion
• safety strap
• made in Japan

SABOTEN PT-16 is part of the series with the revolutionary design of so-called "automatic scissors" – magnets built into the handles make the scissors easier to open. They are made from high-quality Japanese stainless steel, and the blade has a fluorine coating that prevents the build-up of resin and plant sap.

• "razor-sharp" 35 mm angled blade
• easy grip and ergonomic design that reduce wrist and hand fatigue
• magnets integrated into the handles for easier opening
• marking for cutting to the desired length (3/4/5/6/8/10/13 cm)
• suitable for: harvesting herbs, flowers, fruit and vegetables, caring for bonsai and houseplants, floral arranging
• made in Japan

Features:

• model: SABOTEN PT-16
• colour: orange
• size / blade length: 35 mm
• overall length: 160 mm
• blade – high-quality Japanese stainless steel, which can be sharpened
• blade type – angled
• tip – extremely thin, allowing precise cutting in narrow and hard-to-reach spaces
• easy ergonomic grip with automatic magnetic cushion
• safety strap
• made in Japan

SABOTEN sharpener. Keep your scissors sharp with the SABOTEN PT-8 tungsten carbide sharpener!

This small, handy tool is portable and fits easily into your pocket or tool bag. It can be used to sharpen a wide range of blades – dressmaker's scissors, garden harvesting and pruning shears, or kitchen knives. At the base of the sharpener is a sponge-tip applicator for maintenance and lubrication of blades.

• suitable for sharpening garden shears and kitchen knives
• sponge-tip applicator at the base of the sharpener for rust prevention, blade maintenance and lubrication
• handy and easy to carry
• material: tungsten carbide
• overall length: 120 mm
• made in Japan

How to use?

1. For sharpening blades: place the tungsten carbide edge of the sharpener against the blade that needs sharpening. Slide the sharpener back and forth along the length of the blade.
2. For rust prevention and blade maintenance: unscrew the lower red part of the sharpener to reveal the sponge tip of the applicator. Apply a small amount of oil to the sponge tip, then apply the oil to the desired blade or blades.

SABOTEN 300ml spray is a powerful cleaner that quickly penetrates and removes tree sap (resin / tannin) from garden cutting tools.

• removes resin from any smooth surface, including glass, metal, plastic, ceramic, acrylic, fabric and more.
• eco-friendly, safe for plants, 100% alkaline electrolysed water
• exceptional sterilising effect
• alcohol-free, phosphorus-free and acid-free

Applications:

1. For various materials. Removes resin from any smooth surface, including glass, metal, plastic, ceramic, acrylic, fabric and more.
2. Eco-friendly. Safe for plants, eco-friendly. 100% alkaline electrolysed water. No surfactants, alcohol, phosphorus or acids.
3. Exceptional sterilising effect. Powerful cleaner that quickly penetrates and removes tree sap (resin/tannin) from garden cutting tools (shears, blades and more).

SABOTEN PT-21 with a curved blade is part of the series with the revolutionary design of so-called "automatic scissors" — magnets built into the handles make the scissors easier to open. They are made from high-quality Japanese stainless steel, and the blade has a fluorine coating that prevents the build-up of resin and plant sap.

• "razor-sharp" 35 mm curved blade
• easy grip and ergonomic design that reduces wrist and hand fatigue
• integrated magnets in the handles for easier opening
• cutting indicator for the desired length (3/4/5/6/8/10/13 cm)
• suitable for: harvesting herbs, flowers, fruit and vegetables, caring for bonsai and houseplants, flower arranging
• made in Japan

Features:

• blade size / length: 35 mm
• overall length: 160 mm
• blade — high-quality Japanese stainless steel, which can be sharpened
• blade type — curved
• tip — extremely thin, allowing precise cutting in narrow, hard-to-reach spaces
• easy ergonomic grip with automatic magnetic cushion
• safety strap
• made in Japan

SABOTEN PT-15 with straight blade is part of the series with the revolutionary design of so-called "automatic scissors" - magnets integrated into the handles make the scissors easier to open. They are made of high-quality Japanese stainless steel, and the blade has a fluorine coating that prevents the build-up of resin and plant sap.

• "razor-sharp" 35 mm straight blade
• easy grip and ergonomic design that reduce wrist and hand fatigue
• integrated magnets in the handles for easier opening
• cutting indicator for the desired length (3/4/5/6/8/10/13 cm)
• suitable for: harvesting herbs, flowers, fruit and vegetables, care for bonsai and houseplants, floral arranging
• made in Japan

Features:

• size / blade length: 35 mm
• overall length: 160 mm
• blade - high-quality Japanese stainless steel, which can be sharpened
• blade type - straight
• tip - extremely thin, allowing precise cutting in narrow and hard-to-reach spaces
• easy ergonomic grip with automatic magnetic cushion
• safety strap
• made in Japan

High-quality Japanese scissors, ideal for pruning and harvesting!

SABOTEN PT-6 garden scissors are made from high-quality Japanese carbon steel, the blades are with hard chrome plating and are polished exceptionally smooth, which protects plants from tearing during cutting. The scissor handles have a special non-slip coating, making them easy and trouble-free to use. 

• Smooth, easy and precise cutting – high-quality carbon steel blades with hard chrome-plated coating, rust-resistant.
• Ground blade – an exceptionally smooth polished surface that prevents damage to the harvest.
• Soft coiled spring and urethane absorber – reduce hand fatigue and prevent wrist pain.
• Safety strap – releases easily, even when wearing gloves.

Technical specifications:

• blade length: 48 mm
• blade type: straight
• overall length: 190 mm
• strong and solid construction
• "razor-sharp" blade made from high-quality carbon steel
• handles coated with polymer for a non-slip grip
• soft coiled spring and urethane absorber 
• safety strap for easy locking / unlocking
• made in Japan

Can be stored in alcohol or a cleaning agent for easy stain removal!

SABOTEN PT-9 plastic holster. Allows safe storage of scissors in your clothing pocket, protecting you from injury. The plastic holster is also fitted with a loop specially designed for use with a belt for clothing or trousers.

• holster material: polypropylene
• loop material: polycarbonate