Tool Review- Wazakura, Tian Bonsai, Vouiu

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So the family got together and bought me new tools for my birthday.

My son bought me Wazakura trimming scissors.

Amazon.com

Very nice, very sharp, a popular choice here one Bonsai Nut. But, I think the rivet is just a bit loose with a little of a wiggle. But, maybe this is the way they are supposed to be.

My wife bought me-

TianBonsai spherical concave Cutter-

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0BTPG6G15?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Also seem high quality, very sharp, and came with a canvas/plastic storage holder.

Vouiu 6 piece tool set-

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07YCMTWRV?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

This was a big surprise, at this price (usually $100/set, currently on sale $80). I wasn’t expecting a whole lot when ordered. But surprisingly seem very solid, sharp, and quality tools. Came with a useless fabric bag to hold all 6 tools.

Now, only time will tell how durable they will be and keep a sharp edge. But very pleased with all three brands.

I was most surprised by the Vouiu tools. If you are looking for budget tools, don’t be scared away by the price. Initial assessment is that they are as good as the Wazakura and Tian.

I would order any of the three again in the future.

 

[elijah_moncrieff]

So the family got together and bought me new tools for my birthday.

My son bought me Wazakura trimming scissors.

Amazon.com

Very nice, very sharp, a popular choice here one Bonsai Nut. But, I think the rivet is just a bit loose with a little of a wiggle. But, maybe this is the way they are supposed to be.

My wife bought me-

TianBonsai spherical concave Cutter-

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0BTPG6G15?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Also seem high quality, very sharp, and came with a canvas/plastic storage holder.

Vouiu 6 piece tool set-

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07YCMTWRV?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

This was a big surprise, at this price (usually $100/set, currently on sale $80). I wasn’t expecting a whole lot when ordered. But surprisingly seem very solid, sharp, and quality tools. Came with a useless fabric bag to hold all 6 tools.

Now, only time will tell how durable they will be and keep a sharp edge. But very pleased with all three brands.

I was most surprised by the Vouiu tools. If you are looking for budget tools, don’t be scared away by the price. Initial assessment is that they are as good as the Wazakura and Tian.

I would order any of the three again in the future.

After using them for a season, what are your thoughts on quality and wear? Considering buying some of the Tian brand of tools myself.

 

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After using them for a season, what are your thoughts on quality and wear? Considering buying some of the Tian brand of tools myself.

I have been pleased with all the tools, no complaints.

 

[ShimpakuBonsai]

Tian bonsai is also a manufacturer for different brands, for example Ryuga.

See these posts for example:
- https://www.bonsainut.com/threads/ameican-bonsai-tools.51723/#post-893868
- https://www.bonsainut.com/threads/robert-stevens-shears-from-stone-lantern.60106/#post-1064170

 

[elijah_moncrieff]

Tian bonsai is also a manufacturer for different brands, for example Ryuga.

See these posts for example:
- https://www.bonsainut.com/threads/ameican-bonsai-tools.51723/#post-893868
- https://www.bonsainut.com/threads/robert-stevens-shears-from-stone-lantern.60106/#post-1064170

Oh wow! I have heard that but didn’t know of the specific brands. Thank you for this reference. I bought two tools from American bonsai and one was good the other rounded concave cutter has poor alignment of the blades and their customer service is giving me a hard time getting a replacement so I’m looking at other companies to try.