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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ARS Needlenose Pruners
Multiple Variants
ARS
Lightweight fruit, floral and garden shears with carbon or stainless steel blades. Learn More -
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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 -
LÖWE Curved Anvil Pruner - Adjustable Roll Grip Handle
L8.109
Lowe
$96.98 As low as: $87.28Lowe Curved Anvil Pruning Shears with Curved Blade and Adjustable Roll Grip Learn More -
Forged Fruit Harvest Shears for Fujis & Citrus
Multiple Variants
Barnel
Forged anvil fruit harvester for citrus, apples, and other stemmed fruit. Learn More -
Barnel V3001S Classic Needlenose Shear, Stainless
V3001S
Barnel
$7.92 As low as: $7.13Economical fruit, floral and garden shears with stainless blades. Learn More -
Ergonomic Pointed Needlenose Shear
A3001S
Barnel
$16.69 As low as: $15.02Lightweight fruit, floral and garden shears with stainless blades. 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