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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Palm Fit Bypass Shear
BP3600S
Barnel
$13.89 As low as: $12.50Palm fit ergonomic pruner with keeper-ring. Very light weight! Learn More -
Sheep & Onion Shear
B3333
Barnel
$19.12 As low as: $17.21Multi-purpose shear for harvesting heather, cutting grass, topping onions, shearing sheep. 5″ Teflon-coated blades. Comes with leather sheath. Learn More -
Corona® ComfortGel® Dead Wood Anvil Pruner
AP-3334
Corona
$15.58 As low as: $14.02Economical anvil pruner from Corona. Great for trimming dry and woody growth. Learn More -
Classic Style Economy Pruner
B200
Barnel
$13.60 As low as: $12.24Classic-style economy pruner. A great tool for outfitting your field crews! Learn More -
Ratchet Pruner
RP-3230
Corona
$13.33 As low as: $12.00Corona RP-3230 Ratchet Pruner for easy cutting up to 3/4 inch diameter. Learn More -
Palm Fit Curved Blunt Nose Shear
BP3100SC
Barnel
$12.99 As low as: $11.69Palm fit ergonomic pruner with keeper-ring. Very light weight! Learn More -
Straight Needlenose Shear
B3500
Barnel
$19.12 As low as: $17.21Medium-duty all-metal shear with needlenose blades. Learn More -
Lightweight Bypass Pruner
P123-19
Bahco
$15.84 As low as: $15.05Quality, lightweight snips for thinning or harvesting. Bypass blade. Learn More -
Angled Needlenose Shear
P129-19
Bahco
$16.79 As low as: $15.95Quality, lightweight snips for thinning or harvesting. Angled blade. Learn More -
Lightweight Needlenose Shear
P128-19
Bahco
$19.95 As low as: $18.95Quality, lightweight snips for thinning or harvesting. Learn More