Material Upgrade professional grade 190 mm root pruning scissors 5Cr15MoV Alloy Steel bonsai tools from TianBonsai

The gap in bonsai scissors is by design, not a flaw. Here’s why:

• They cut different things:
  — Normal scissors cut soft, flat material (paper, fabric) by shearing.
  — Bonsai/pruning scissors cut hard, round stems.

• How they work:
  — Normal scissors need blades tight together to slice smoothly.
  — Bonsai scissors work like a sharp wedge + lever.
  — The gap lets the stem snap cleanly without crushing it.

• Why the gap helps:

  1. Saves the plant – prevents crushing, so cuts heal fast.

  2. Saves the blade – avoids metal-on-metal wear.

  3. Stays clean – sap and bits don’t stick inside.

Short version:
The gap keeps cuts clean, protects the blade, and gives more power for cutting branches. It’s made for live plants, not paper.