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Spherical knob cutter

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Spherical knob cutter - Bonsai Tool Bonsai Care

Sometimes also referred to as a "wen" cutter.

Used for pruning branches close to the trunk. They have a concave cutting edge in both directions, resulting in a small round hollow which heals more quickly and more invisibly.

They are also used for intial rough carving of dead wood and jins and whittling away stubs which are too large for one cut.


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