LEFT-HAND GRAFTING & BUDDING KNIFE – Precision German Tool for Professional Propagation
Engineered specifically for left-handed horticulturists, the TINA 640-10L is a premium folding grafting and budding knife renowned for its precision, comfort, and craftsmanship. Made in Germany, this tool features a 55 mm straight combination blade with a polished bark-lifting tip, enabling smooth graft cuts and effortless budwood insertion. The 100 mm walnut handle delivers a warm, ergonomic grip, making it ideal for detailed, repetitive, or professional propagation work across nurseries, orchards, and vineyards.
Best For Left-handed nursery professionals, orchardists, viticulturists, and gardeners who require a reliable, high-precision blade for grafting, budding, and advanced plant propagation.
Key Features
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Left-Hand Optimised Blade: Designed exclusively for left-handed users, the 55 mm straight blade offers improved control and visibility during fine grafting and budding cuts.
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Combination Grafting/Budding Design: Features a dual-purpose blade, enabling clean slicing for grafts as well as sharp, accurate cuts for budding techniques.
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Polished Bark-Lifting Tip: A smooth, polished lifting tip at the blade’s top corner allows bark to be opened cleanly without tearing—essential for successful T-budding and chip budding.
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Premium German Craftsmanship: Manufactured in Germany using high-grade steel for superior sharpness, edge retention, and durability, even under frequent professional use.
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100 mm Walnut Handle: Crafted from beautifully finished walnut, the handle provides a comfortable, slip-resistant grip with excellent balance.
- Folding Safety Mechanism: The blade folds securely into the handle for safe carrying, storage, and protection of the cutting edge.
Sizes Available
This product is sold as a single left-hand folding grafting/budding knife.
Specifications
- Brand: TINA
- Blade Length: 55 mm
- Blade Type: Straight combination grafting/budding blade with bark-lifting tip
- Handle Length: 100 mm
- Handle Material: Walnut
- Hand Orientation: Left-Handed
- Country of Manufacture: Germany
- Type: Folding Grafting/Budding Knife
Ideal For (Uses)
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Left-handed grafting of fruit trees, ornamentals, roses, and vines
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Performing precise T-buds, chip buds, and splice buds
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Creating clean, controlled cuts for whip-and-tongue or cleft grafts
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Nursery propagation requiring accuracy and repeatability
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Professional horticultural environments needing dependable, long-lasting tools
Oversized Item Delivery Options
Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.
Available options include:
✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)
Important Notes:
- Shipping costs vary by location and method
- Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.
Business Delivery:
- Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
- If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
- If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
- Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
- Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment
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