These pruners work great and for anyone with limited hand strength. They cut through any branch you can fit in the jaws, and appear to be well built and of similar quality to those sold for over $50 by other vendors. Read more

This new pruner is replacing a set that I have used for about 30 years!, it was very well made and has lasted a long time so any new pair of pruners is going to have to really offer a lot. The old pair is just worn out and its time for a replacement. The pair I obtained are a newer version that are advertised as ergonomic, one of the two handles rotates as you cut. (GPPS-1014). Some reviews indicated other pruners entirely. I found these to be quite sharp, easily cutting green limbs and dead ones as well, the dead ones are usually larger than the live ones. At first the moving handle seemed odd, it didn't take long to get used to it slightly rotating while I cut a branch, it became second nature quickly and I think that will reduce hand fatigue and cut down on blisters, although I always wear gloves when using them. The spring allowed them to open easily but wasn't too strong to require added force to cut. Their overall size was comfortable, both in my large hand, and to maneuver around bushes to make a cut. The length of the blade is about the same as many other average pruners out there. I take these as an average pair of pruners for everyday work in your yard which for most of us is 1 or 2 days a week at most. I think the ergonomic handle would also be suited for the gardener who would be using these every day. The handles are foam covered and afford comfortability. The small locking mechanism stayed open while using them. I didn't test them to see if they would cut 1" diameter branches, but to cut larger branches you will need hand strength to do so, these are sharp, (they are also brand new), if you regularly cut larger branches, or if you don't have a lot of hand strength, you should try a ratcheting type or a larger pruner made for larger branches. Yes, that may require additional steps but you should use the right tool for the right job, otherwise you aren't going to get good results. I did not have a lot of pruning to do this spring, I will try to update this review in the fall. Read more

Used these clippers today to cut some crap apple branches that were overhanging my driveway. They worked great! Cut well, very sharp, easy to handle and lightweight. Highly recommend! Read more

Bought the sheers to trim some smaller trees and bushes in my yard and these work great! They are really sharp and cut cleanly. The lock mechanism works well, they are comfortable to hold and are a well made design. Read more

Good compound cutting. Cuts larger branches than regular clippers. Read more