Felco Pruning Shears (F 6) - High Performance Swiss Made One-Hand Garden Pruners - 100052385

I have always used Corona pruners, what a big difference these Felcos make when pruning.Night & day difference.

I’ve owned a pair of Felco #6 for many years. Finally my lame in-home sharpening had me replace them with a shiny new pair. Still of excellent quality. For those with smaller hands, I highly recommend Felco #6.

A garden-loving friend had been exceptionally kind helping me out after an injury, and I needed a really good present to express my appreciation, something that might last longer than a huge box of extra-expensive chocolates, and ideally, of course, a gift that might inspire happy thoughts when used in a fond pursuit.There's no pretending Felco Pruners are inexpensive. There are dozens on the market at a small fraction of the price, but you'd be lucky if they lasted an entire season. Felco's are one of those increasingly rare items crafted to last a lifetime. The carbon steal blade can be removed for a serious sharpening. Or if they happened to be left out in the wet too long (or if you just can't be bothered & want super-sharp fast), replacement blades are readily available at a reasonable cost, as indeed are all the moving parts like the spring and the catch.These are the hand-pruners of choice for both professional landscapers and dedicated home gardeners who know that a tad of thoughtful care will pay off in a lifetime's enjoyment. I recommend also treating yourself to one of the two models of leather holster to keep them readily within reach on your belt every time you venture into the garden.For my friend, I chose the F-6, which is better scaled for smaller hands, and is an excellent all-around tool for everything from gathering bouquets to pruning roses and medium-sized shrubs. Felco makes a dozen or so variations designed larger or stronger hands and a variety of applications.Myself I own two pair: the first was a bonus on my first professional garden job over a quarter century ago, the classic Felco F-2, and they are still the ones I reach for first. A dozen years ago, I treated myself to the larger, longer-gripped Felco F-13's, which are the only thing for pruning thicker branches in quarters too tight for the usual long-handled loppers or trimmers.Chose carefully, as you would for any friendship you expect to last a lifetime.Incidentally, if I find yourself in the kitchen and needing to cut apart some variety of fowl or game bird, a quick wash with hot water and dish soap allows the Felco's to make quick work the job. Myself, I send them through the dishwasher after use, just on general principles. Then afterwards I treat my shiny-clean clippers to a dab of 3-in-1 (or any sort of mineral oil--including baby (!)--works fine, even olive oil in a pinch) on the blade and any moving parts, and wipe down thoroughly with a soft cloth. Good as new!

These pruners are absolutely fantastic. As always, I do in-depth research on nearly every product I buy. The Felco pruners received excellent reviews, just the same as the one I'm giving here. They are very comfortable in your hands. The spring and damper (when fully closed) provide outstanding comfort. In addition, the blade is razor sharp. You can tell as soon as you pick them up they are nothing but a quality, well-engineered tool. The Felco F2 seemed a bit large for my hands, so I ordered the F6 and F14 (for medium and small hand size) to determine which one I preferred. I may end up keeping them both! I will never buy another brand but Felco! Spend a couple extra bucks on these quality pruners and you won't be disappointed. ALL parts of the pruner are replaceable by Felco. These pruners will last you a lifetime. And no, I am not getting paid a cent for this review!

These are worth the money. It is amazing what they will cut through with little effort on my part.

These cut great and fit well in a smaller hand. All others are made for large man hands :) I also have arthritis and the ease of the spring back action is very good.

Love my Felco!! Fits my hand well. Nice & sharp.

These shears are perfect for my smaller hands, & I can use them for several hours at a time without discomfort. My first pair was a gift given to me over 8 years ago. This is the 2nd pair I've personally bought since then because I use these shears constantly, & the oldest pair is showing wear. After many years using cheap shears, these are the only shears I will use. If you respect what this tool is made to do & keep it dry & oiled, it will perform beautifully for you for years.