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 -
Double Cutting Pruner
950.20.12
STA-FOR
$81.70 As low as: $73.53Out of stock
Heavy duty forged carbon steel double-cutting pruner. Popular European design. 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 -
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 -
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LÖWE Anvil Pruner - Pointed Blade
L5.127
Lowe
$49.66 As low as: $43.71Lowe Anvil Pruning Shears with Pointed Blade Learn More -
Straight Needlenose Shear
B3500
Barnel
$19.12 As low as: $17.21Medium-duty all-metal shear with needlenose blades. Learn More -
Needlenose Garden Shear
HP-SE45
ARS
$20.13 As low as: $18.12Palm action garden/flower shear with plastic handles and stainless blades. Learn More -
Long Nosed Harvest Shear
FS-4350
Corona
$22.74 As low as: $20.47Thinning shears with drop-forged 2″ needlenose blades. Learn More -
LÖWE Curved Anvil Pruner - Ergonomic Handle
L8.107
Lowe
$78.96 As low as: $71.06Lowe Curved Anvil Pruner with Curved Blade and Ergonomic Handle Learn More