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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Heavy Duty Rotating Handle Pruner
Multiple Variants
ARS
This ARS Signature heavy-duty pruner opens with the squeeze of the handles. One of our favorite hand pruners in a rotating handle model! Learn More -
Heavy Duty Pruner
Multiple Variants
ARS
This ARS Signature heavy-duty pruner opens with the squeeze of the handles. One of our favorite hand pruners! Learn More -
Curved Anvil Pruner
F-32
Felco
$62.30 As low as: $56.07High-quality anvil pruner with a clean cut. A great addition to any pruning arsenal. Learn More -
Small Left-Handed Ergonomic Pruner
F-17
Felco
$82.75 As low as: $74.48High-performance pruner with rotating handle for added comfort. Learn More -
Small Left-Handed Pruner
F-16
Felco
$63.01 As low as: $56.71Small left-handed pruner from Felco. Learn More -
Lightweight Twin Blade Secateur
B814
Barnel
$31.87 As low as: $28.69Lightweight yet durable secateurs for any landscape, horticultural or garden project. Learn More -
Ergonomic Bypass Pruner
HP-5
Hickok
$16.77 As low as: $15.09Lightweight and ergonomic pruner with replaceable High-Carbon Teflon® coated blade and hook for durability and strength. Learn More -
Micro-Tip Stainless Steel Needlenose Shear
A3001SL
Barnel
$17.36 As low as: $15.62Lightweight fruit, floral and garden shears with stainless blades. Extra-long blade for tight spaces. Learn More -
GT Topiary Shears
SSK-N207
ARS
$116.58 As low as: $104.92High-quality Japanese topiary shear. Learn More -
Long Blade Multi-Purpose Scissors
SS-340HT
ARS
$29.17 As low as: $26.25Multi-purpose scissors with stainless steel blades. High quality! Learn More