For precise and delicate pruning tasks, choose the Higurashi Snips by Niwaki. Handcrafted in Japan from the finest drop-forged carbon steel, they excel at cutting flowers, tending houseplants, shaping bonsai, and more with slender blades that effortlessly maneuver tight spots without causing damage. Keep them in optimal condition by always cutting diagonally across branches and use the base instead of the tips for heavier cuts (up to Ø3mm). Although Japanese carbon steel is durable, it can chip if mishandled, so use with care.