Felco 5 Pruner
Best heavy duty entry level tool for home gardeners.
These shears strip away the bells and whistles to focus entirely on the fundamentals of a clean cut. You lose the sap grooves and shock absorbers found on premium models, but you gain a rugged, repairable tool that feels like it will outlive your garden.
$91.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a nearly indestructible tool for heavy-duty work
- Practical users who value mechanical simplicity and long-term reliability
- Hobbyists wanting professional-grade cutting results on a budget
Who should skip it
- Users prone to hand fatigue during extended gardening sessions
- Individuals with small hands or joint sensitivity
- Professional arborists requiring advanced features for all-day comfort
Performance breakdown
Cutting Precision
Hardened steel blades deliver consistently clean, sharp cuts every time.
Build Durability
Solid steel construction ensures these tools survive years of heavy use.
Ergonomic Comfort
Solid design feels great, though lacks shock-absorbing cushion stops.
Maintenance Ease
Fully replaceable parts make long-term upkeep straightforward and sustainable.
Feature Set
Stripped-back design omits advanced extras like sap grooves or wire cutters.
Handling Security
Non-slip coating provides a reliable, steady grip during wet gardening tasks.
Key Specs
Blade
Hardened steel
Handles
Solid steel
Construction
Simplified
Origin
Switzerland
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