Japanese Kansai Twisted Sickle
Also often referred to as a Crane Neck Sickle or Hand Grass Cutter, the sickle design provides an ideal angle for weeding, cultivating, cutting, defining and covering shallow seed rows. Great for working in light soil and tight areas.
- 110mm hardened carbon steel blade
- 110mm hardwood handle
- Overall length 270mm
- Blade thickness 2mm
- Weight 180gms
Maintenance and care of your Twisted Sickle
Carbon steel is ideal for maintaining an edge on your sickle however, it will rust if left in a damp or dirty state. Clean off dirt with a stiff brush, use a mixture of oil and methylated spirits to soften and break down sap. Oil will provide a thin film to protect from dampness and prevent the handle wood from drying. Store in a dry area.
- This gardening sickle remains one of the most efficient and satisfying ways to cut back grass and weeds by hand. Its timeless design has remained largely unchanged for centuries—and for good reason.
- This version features a sharpened raked carbon steel blade that allows for clean, low cuts near the ground, all without forcing you to fully bend over. It's ideal for gardeners who want efficiency with less strain.
- The sickle excels at trimming grass, soft plants, and weeds around delicate flowers or vegetables—places where powered tools might damage nearby plants.
- Lightweight, simple, and time-tested, this tool is a must-have for anyone maintaining an organic or hands-on garden.
- Alternative names for Japanese sickles with twisted or crane-like necks include nejiri kama, which translates to "twisted sickle," referring to the curved handle, and crane neck sickle (tsurukubi kama), directly describing the elongated, angled, neck-like shape of the tool. This design is ideal for weeding and cultivating around shallow seed rows. These are specialized versions of the more general kama, a traditional Japanese sickle used for both farming and as a martial arts weapon.
