Hand Pruners
Most standard-weight hand pruners can be classified as either bypass, anvil or double-cutting. Lighter weight (though not necessarily lighter duty) tools frequently have needlenose (scissor-like) blades for more precise work where pruner cutting capacity isn't an issue.
Bypass pruners
Generally the most versatile pruner. A relatively thin, sharp cutting blade "bypasses" a heavier, thicker counter-blade. When properly maintained, bypass pruners make clean cuts in green wood without bruising or crushing the bark.
Anvil pruners
A good choice for cutting dead or very hard woods (less desirable on green wood and more prone to crushing or bruising). A thin, heat-treated steel blade cuts against a softer brass or aluminum anvil. Anvils are either straight (e.g. Felco 31) or curved (e.g. Lowe Curved Anvil Pruners). A curved anvil is said to require less cutting effort.
Double-cutting
Very popular with European fruit growers. Two sharpened blades meet precisely, effectively cutting the branch from both sides. Manufacturers claim this configuration makes a clean cut without a tendency to crush the branch, since both blades are cutting.
We also carry a number of lighter weight needlenose shears that are ideal for fruit and vegetable harvesting, wreath making and pruning house or greenhouse plants. OESCO sells familiar brands such as Felco, ARS, Bahco, Barnel, and Corona as well as some less-familiar brands like Pica, Castellari and STA-FOR. We stock replacement parts, where available, for every pruner that we sell — if you don't see replacement parts here for your pruner, give us a call!
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Lightweight Bypass Pruner
P123-19
Bahco
$15.84 As low as: $15.05Quality, lightweight snips for thinning or harvesting. Bypass blade. Learn More -
Palm Fit Bypass Shear
BP3600S
Barnel
$13.89 As low as: $12.50Palm fit ergonomic pruner with keeper-ring. Very light weight! Learn More -
Bahco® All-Metal Bypass Pruner
Multiple Variants
Bahco
Traditional and robust design for general purpose pruning and gardening. Available in three sizes. Learn More -
Bahco® Heavy Duty Bypass Pruner
Multiple Variants
Bahco
Traditional and robust design for pruning and training of vines. Available in two sizes. Learn More -
Forged Bypass Mini-Pruner
B606
Barnel
$17.52Out of stock
Barnel B606 Forged Bypass Mini-Pruner Learn More -
Lightweight Bypass Pruner
HP-130DXR
ARS
$35.68 As low as: $32.11Light weight pruner fits smaller hands. Bypass cut. Chrome-plated carbon steel blade. Colors are random when ordered by the box. Learn More -
Lightweight Bypass Pruner
F-300
Felco
$19.87 As low as: $17.88Felco lightweight picking and trimming snips for harvesting and general light-duty pruning. Learn More -
Bypass Pruner
P126-22-F
Bahco
$31.56 As low as: $29.98Traditional and robust design for general purpose pruning and gardening. Length: 8.5″ Weight: 10.9 oz. Learn More -
Euro Style Bypass Pruner
HP-120EU
ARS
$37.02 As low as: $33.32Comfortable, Euro style ergonomic pruner at a great price! Learn More -
Traditional Japanese Pruner
HP-120S8
ARS
$81.79 As low as: $73.61This heavy duty by-pass pruner is ideal for professional pruning jobs. Japanese style "V" springs offer a unique operation and shoot the blades open. All metal construction with non-slip vinyl grip. Learn More