ARS tools – the complete Japanese range
ARS has been making garden tools in Japan since 1929. The complete range can be browsed here: pruning shears, saws, loppers, electric pruning shears, along with the blades and components that go with them.
ARS VS-7XR pruning shears set: SH-VSZ holster + GO-1 cleaner
ARS VS-8XR pruning shears set: SH-VSZ holster + GO-1 cleaner
Categories
The range can be browsed by the job you need to do.
| Category | What it is for |
|---|---|
| Pruning shears | Roses, shrubs, fruit trees, 12-25 mm |
| Lopper | Thicker branches, 30-50 mm, with long handles |
| Pruning saw | 60-185 mm, folding and fixed blades |
| Hedge trimmer | Trimming hedges and ornamental shrubs |
| Electric pruning shears | Cordless, for a high daily cut count |
| Telescopic lopper | High branches without a ladder |
| Harvesting shears | Picking and floristry |
| Pruning shears package | Tool and accessory at a better price |
| Accessories | Sharpeners, blade cleaner, holster |
| Blade, saw blade | Original replacement blades |
| Component | Springs, bolts, rubber bumpers |
Why ARS?
Japanese tools differ from the European tradition in two ways. The saws cut on the pull stroke, which takes less effort and holds a truer line. And the pruning shears are built by hand size, because a poorly fitting tool becomes painful after a few hundred cuts. On top of that, every wearing part is available separately, so the tool stays repairable rather than disposable.
Help choosing
If you are not sure where to start, the pruning shears category gives an overview of the main series, and the VS series covers the professional models. For cordless solutions, see electric pruning shears.
Frequently asked questions
Which ARS pruning shears should I choose?
Based on your hand size and the thickness of the branches. For a universal grip the 120DX, for smaller hands the 130DX, for professional daily use the VS series. Details in the pruning shears category.
Are ARS tools repairable?
Yes, this is one of the main advantages of the brand. Every wearing part, blade, spring and bolt is available separately, and the manufacturer offers a 25-year warranty.
Why do Japanese saws cut on the pull stroke?
Pulling takes less effort because the blade is under tension rather than buckling. That gives a truer line of cut and a cleaner cut face.
