So "how to choose the best secateurs"? Currently, there are a huge number of secateurs on the market and it is quite easy to get lost in their diversity by making the wrong choice, so I decided to make this video review and share my many years of experience in choosing a universal secateurs.
1. Secateurs differ in execution mechanisms, but as practice shows, bypass-type secateurs with a simple mechanism for connecting the cutting and counter-cutting parts are the most durable in use. Everything ingenious is simple, the fewer the connecting parts of the bolts and nuts, the less likely they are to break, so try to choose a pruner with a simple design.
2. Each person's hands are unique, so when choosing a pruner, try how it sits in your hand, and whether the pruner is right for you (some manufacturers even take into account the left or right working hand in production). Pruner handles should be neither too thin nor too thick, and should be anatomically shaped so as not to rub blisters. A durable and pleasant to the touch coating is also an attribute of a good secateurs, since they will have to work, including in the cold season. The color of the handles should be very bright, almost acidic. The probability of losing a bright secateurs on the site will be much lower and it will last longer. The reinforcing material or base of the pruner handles can be plastic, aluminum or steel, the latter being preferred. Steel handles will last longer, while plastic and aluminum handles are more likely to burst, although the weight of the secateurs is less.
3. The working blade is one of the most important parts of the pruner, it should be smooth or coated with Teflon for better glide and ease of cutting, the strength of the blade depends on its thickness, but too thick a blade will increase the force of cutting branches. The material of the blade is very important, the higher the quality of the steel, the better the blade keeps sharpening. The replaceability of the blade is also a plus for choosing a pruner.
The counter-cutting part, preferably made of steel, should also tend to the golden mean, if it is too thick, then it will be difficult for you to make the correct "cut into the ring", if it is too thin, there is a possibility of breakage when cutting thick branches.
4. The connection mechanism of the cutting and supporting parts is very important. No one wants to constantly tighten the secateurs in the process of work - this is at least not convenient and takes a lot of time and nerves. Therefore, as a rule, good secateurs have a mechanism for securing the unwinding, pressing the nuts. This item also includes the pruner lock in the closed position, if it dangles, this will also take your time in the process.
5. The spring in a good pruner should be very well fixed and strong enough to be replaceable. In the process of work, they are easily lost. As practice shows, flat twisted springs work best.
6. Not the most important part of the pruner, but necessary for ease of use, is the strap, if it is present on your pruner, then you can easily hang it on a branch or carnation in the garage, this is at least convenient :)
7. When choosing a pruner, an important part is the price A good pruner will not be cheap. There is an opinion that the more expensive the pruner, the better it is - this is partly true, but there are a lot of pruners in the middle price range that are not inferior in quality to more expensive models. I wish you to choose a quality tool that will serve you faithfully for a long time, I hope my video is the best review, it will help you choose a universal garden pruner.
21 окт 2024
