{"product_id":"ars-curved-nose-fruit-snips-155mm-length-precision-harvest-tool-for-soft-fruit-citrus","title":"ARS Curved Nose Fruit Snips - 155mm \u0026 160mm Length - Precision Harvest Tool for Soft Fruit \u0026 Citrus","description":"\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eARS Curved Nose Fruit Snips - 155mm \u0026amp; 160mm Lengths - Precision Harvest Tool for Citrus, Pears \u0026amp; Avocados\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvesting high-value, thin-skinned fruit requires a specialized edge that prioritizes crop safety without sacrificing speed. The \u003cstrong\u003eARS Curved Nose Fruit Snips\u003c\/strong\u003e are engineered for this exact purpose, featuring specialized, rounded blade profiles that follow the contours of the fruit. This Japanese-made tool ensures you can achieve a surgical, close-to-the-stem cut while virtually eliminating the risk of accidental puncturing or skin damage, maintaining the premium market value of your harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For \u003c\/strong\u003eThe commercial orchardist, fruit harvester, or home grower needing a lightweight, safe, and ultra-precise snip for the damage-free harvesting of citrus, pears, avocados, and soft fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Curved Blade Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tips are gently curved away from the cutting plane, allowing the blades to \u003cstrong\u003ehug the fruit surface without puncturing the skin\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is essential for harvesting varieties where even a minor nick can lead to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Carbon Japanese Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged for exceptional hardness and durability, the blades provide \u003cstrong\u003erazor-sharp, clean cuts\u003c\/strong\u003e that retain their edge through thousands of high-volume harvest repetitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic Non-Slip Grips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features comfortable, contoured handles that provide a \u003cstrong\u003esecure hold and reduce hand vibration\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring operator comfort during grueling all-day harvesting shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Lightweight Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighing as little as 90g, these snips offer \u003cstrong\u003emaximum maneuverability in tight branch junctions\u003c\/strong\u003e, significantly reducing hand and wrist fatigue compared to heavier industrial shears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurgical-Grade Bypass Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers an exceptionally clean, flush cut to the stem, \u003cstrong\u003epromoting faster plant healing\u003c\/strong\u003e and ensuring the harvested crop has a professional, high-end presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis professional series is available in two variants to suit specific handling preferences and visibility needs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Red (310):\u003c\/strong\u003e All-steel construction with a 155mm overall length and classic red grips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBright Blue (310-Blue):\u003c\/strong\u003e Features 160mm overall length with high-contrast bright blue handles for easy identification in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: ARS Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: High-Carbon Steel Blades; Non-slip PVC Grips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity: Precision harvesting of soft-stemmed fruit and citrus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: Available in 155mm (Red) and 160mm (Blue) Overall Lengths\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther specific data: Blade Length: 26mm; Weight: 90g (Blue model). 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