Pruner is a common tool for summer residents and gardeners. It is used for pruning dry branches so that the crowns form correctly in the future, that is, it is needed to care for trees and other vegetation. Unlike a rougher tool like a pruner, a pruner cuts more accurately and finely, which is necessary at the last stage of the formation of the appearance of plants.
The modern market offers a lot of options for such vegetation care products. And if professionals in their field are still at least somehow oriented in all this diversity, then beginners shrug their shoulders and ask a completely natural question: “But how to choose a garden pruner and not miscalculate with a purchase?” Such tools are not smartphones, and it is rather difficult to meet frankly bad models on the market, and it will not be difficult to recognize them, but more on that below.
So, let's try to figure out which pruner is better than the other and why, and also tell you what you should pay special attention to and how not to miscalculate with a purchase. Forin order to narrow the circle of choice, we will designate several main selection criteria and specific series of the most successful instruments.
Difficulties in choosing
On sale you can find several types of garden pruners: mechanical, electric and pneumatic. The first type, due to its low price, is popular with many lovers and more than half of summer residents.
Electric (battery) models are professional garden tools and greatly facilitate the entire pruning process. Its cost is appropriate, so for one-time work this is not the most practical option.
Pneumatic garden pruners are mostly professional equipment that is rarely found on the shelves of domestic stores. Models are difficult to maintain and finicky in general, and intelligent pneumatic tools can only be found in the premium segment. This type, due to its exotic nature in our market, we will not consider, but will only touch on the first two.
In addition, grafting garden pruners can still be found on sale (photo above). They differ from others in the design feature of the main cutting part. Here it is more complex and specific, therefore, it is of little use for ordinary pruning of branches - only grafting.
Blades
It is also worth paying special attention to the quality of the blades. Good pruning shears have hardened steel blades that don't need to be sharpened as such and are much less susceptible to corrosion.
Greatsharpening of the blade also plays a role, which directly affects the quality of the cut. If the latter is perfectly even and sharp at the same time, the tool does not break the branch, but cuts it, which eliminates many related problems.
Main cutter
Here we are talking mainly about mechanical ratchet pruners. It works in several stages: as soon as the tool stops, that is, it does not have enough power to cut the branch, this system brings the handle to its original position, after which you can continue cutting without pressing the blades.
For processing thick branches, ratchet garden pruners will be very useful, and much less effort is required to trim branches with such a mechanism. So before choosing a tool, be sure to pay attention to the presence of such a system.
Producers
Many firms are engaged in the production of such garden tools. But not everyone has really reliable, and most importantly, efficient tools. In the domestic market, a slightly different list of manufacturers is popular, as well as models that differ from the European one.
Top Sector Producers:
- Wolf Garten.
- Fiskars.
- Gardena.
- Centrotool.
- Raco.
The products of these brands have earned the respect of many users, including professionals in their field. Their instruments are enviably popular with the domestic consumer, and he, as you know, is extremely picky even toultra-budget models.
Next, let's designate the best garden pruners. User reviews, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the models will be discussed below.
Raco 4206-53/150C
The first thing that catches the eye of this model is an extremely affordable price tag. And despite its more than attractive cost, the garden pruner from a well-known German manufacturer also distinguished itself by its quality component.
The model received a quite adequate ratchet mechanism, which greatly facilitates the trimming of thick branches. Judging by user reviews, the tool also has good ergonomic qualities: a solid aluminum body, well-adjusted finger tabs and a rubberized handle.
20 millimeters is enough for garden work. It should also be noted that the model has become entrenched in the arsenal of not only amateurs, but also professionals in their field, even as an auxiliary tool.
Pruner Benefits:
- presence of a ratchet mechanism;
- excellent ergonomic performance;
- 20mm cut;
- more than affordable cost.
No flaws were identified for its price range.
Estimated cost is about 600 rubles.
Fiskars P44
Quite a worthy model from the famous Finnish manufacturer has received many awards at specialized exhibitions and has a large number of positive reviews from users. As the mainmechanism, a powerful return spring is used here, which made it possible to significantly reduce the weight of the structure without a critical loss in the cutting characteristics of the tool.
As for the ease of use, judging by the reviews, there are no problems with this. One part of the sector is made in the form of a buttonhole, and the other has an ergonomic rounded shape. The entire hand part is intelligently rubberized, so the tool does not rub the hand and does not leave blisters.
The cut diameter is standard - 20 mm, there is a blade lock, and the age spring itself is extremely reliable. The only controversial parameter that cannot be attributed to either pluses or minuses is the weight of the device. 150 grams in the hand is almost not felt, but cutting serious branches with such a light tool is rather difficult psychologically rather than technically.
Pros of the model:
- intelligent mechanism for cutting with high efficiency;
- excellent ergonomic performance;
- reliable return spring;
- very light tool weight;
- good looking.
Cons:
Slightly overpriced due to the use of extremely high quality soft rubber
Estimated price is about 2000 rubles.
Gardena 8906
Judging by the reviews, this is an excellent tool that can very often be seen in the hands of professional gardeners. One of the main features of the model is its excellent ergonomics. The body and high-quality aluminum are complemented by well-placed rubberizedinserts, which prevents the tool from slipping out of the hands, as well as problems with calluses.
Despite the fact that the buttonhole is not provided here in principle, this does not affect the usability in any way. Judging by the reviews, many users were especially pleased with the maximum cutting diameter of 25 mm. There are simply no technical flaws and other shortcomings here: the trimming mechanism works like a clock, and without regard to volumes.
The only drawback that a good half of consumers complain about is the price. Of course, we have excellent German quality, but not every domestic summer resident can afford such a luxury, especially if he gardens from time to time. So this model is a tool for professionals.
Pruner Benefits:
- excellent cutting mechanism;
- max diameter 25mm;
- very high ergonomic performance;
- German quality with excellent materials.
Flaws:
Price varies greatly from point to point (ill-conceived brand point marketing)
Estimated cost is about 3,000 rubles.
Wolf Garten Li-Ion Power RR 3000
This seemingly prim model more than makes up for its appearance with excellent performance. The vaunted German quality did not let us down here either, and users leave entirely positive reviews about this tool.
The design of the sector can be called almost eternal, and the main cutting elements are powered by a reliable 1100 mAh battery. A full charge is enough for about 700-800 cuts for branches with a diameter of no more than 15 millimeters.
Distinctive features of the model
The only fly in the ointment, which, in fact, cannot be called critical is the recharging time. It lasts almost four hours, and this is in the absence of a replaceable battery. Judging by the reviews, users have no complaints about the quality and efficiency of the model, and a good half of consumers are professional gardeners, but they don’t let the tool go down and use it to its fullest.
Pros of secateurs:
- excellent and trouble-free electronic cutting mechanism;
- long battery life (up to 800 cuts);
- good ergonomic performance;
- excellent build quality and materials used.
Cons:
- long battery charging;
- Some users complain about the ugly appearance.
The estimated price is about 7000 rubles.
