Okatsune 230 Long Handled Hedge Shears

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Evergreen Yew hedges make one of the most forgiving when it comes to maintenance. When pruned correctly yew creates one of the best barriers and evergreen screens. Thankfully, there are plenty of high quality cordless and corded options when it comes to choosing the best long reach hedge trimmer for your needs. There are couple of choices when it comes to sharpening the blades on your shears . Either by buying a specialised tool for shears and doing it yourself or by handing your shears over to professional to do this for you. Hedge Trimming – Popular Hedges Yew Pruning (Taxus baccata) I am often asked by gardeners “what are the top hedge shears to buy?”, “do I need an extendable, telescopic shear?”, ‘what brand offers the best model pruning shears?”

At 13 pounds, it’s on the heavier end, but it isn’t too heavy to work for more extended periods of time, and the comfort grip handle keeps your aim on point and your hands in place. This is an item that is easy to store and will fit easily in any garage or shed. Alternately use garden hand shears or petrol / electric shears. The key to a lovely looking Laurel boundary using shears is timing. Best to trim in late Spring as new growth will cover any tatty, half cut leaves. When extended, this pruning shear has a total reach of 84cm. Therefore making it easier to trim the top of taller hedges, especially when you can only get to one side of the hedge.

These hedge shears feature a chrome plated, hardened C50 carbon steel blade will resist rusting. Out of the box these shears are sharp. This model comes in at 960 grammes in weight therefore these shears are one of the lightest reviewed. As standard this shear comes with a manufacturers defects 10 year warranty. The Tabor B212E hedge shears are a great telescopic shear . Due to the wavy edge blade, cutting through vegetation is marginally easier. However I am not sure how easy it is going to be sharpening them. Safety features included– The last thing we need is an accident! Yard work is dangerous and we love tools that are designed with safety in mind. These are not the only features to look for when purchasing a long reach hedge trimmer but they are definitely some of the more important ones. We will cover more product details below so you can make the best choice. Do You Need a Hedge Trimmer or a Pole Saw? When it comes to using hand hedging shears, which-ever model you choose, always ensure the blades are sharp. Sharp blades will make the task so much easier.

Top 10 Best Long Reach Hedge Trimmers. Ryobi PRT4545M 450W (Editor's Choice)Greenworks 30V G40PSHK2 (Luxury Choice)Einhell GC-HH 9048 (Best Value)Yard Force 20V LH C41A.Terraket 2.75m 550W.NETTA 2-in-1 Pole Chainsaw.Terratek 20V Cordless.NETTA Cordless 20V. 2. What is the longest hedge trimmer blade? We looked high and low to compare and review the top long reach trimmers available on the market today. Take some time to review our list and then decide which one will work best for you. The coated carbon steel blades feature the wave design which does make cutting slightly easier and the ergonomic design of the handles really does make a difference if using these bypass shears for any length in time. With the fantastic build quality we’ve come to expect this company, the units weight and the PowerGear technology these are an exceptional garden shear. Best Hedge Shears – my personal favourite? Keeping blades sharp will not only make your task easier in reducing the effort needed thus leading to less fatigue on your hands and arms but it is also good for plant health.

Ergonomic design– In addition to being lightweight, you also want a trimmer that has been designed for comfortable use. It needs to be the right weight, length and perfectly balanced in addition to have a comfortable grip position. I found them to be well made and balanced on the hands. They are 1.5kg in weight owing to the extra metal to make these telescopic shears but did not find my hands, wrists or arms aching after use. Our favorite feature is the pivoting head which allows you to easily create 90 degree cuts at the top of your hedges.

Easy to use thanks to light, stable lever arms made of synthetic material with buffers that are easy on the inner handle, Secure hold thanks to non-slip grip ends, Long reach thanks to telescopic handles, Total Length of hedge trimmer: 68 - 93 cm, Weight: 1.25 kg Extending or telescopic pole– Since no two jobs are exactly the same you want a long reach hedge trimmer that has an adjustable length. An extension pole will make sure that you can access your job no matter the height required. Telescopic hedge trimmer for shaping and pruning hedges, Bushes and small shrubs, Suitable for right- and left-handed users The Earthwise adjustable extension cordless hedge trimmer makes yard work seem simple. This cordless trimmer runs solely on a battery which is better for the planet compared to electric or gas-operated tools. Not as heavy duty as other sets I would recommend this model for light cutting work but still a good set of shears with decent blades.For the money these hedge shears from Gruntek are rather good and perfect for occasional & small garden work. Excellent value for money from a well respected and long standing manufacturer. The razor sharp blade cuts through plant matter with ease. Only slight concern is the hollow handles and how long these shears will last with anything more than occasional use. These Gardena Classic hedge shears come with a 25 year warranty, handy if something should go wrong with the shears. All in all a great gardening tool from a reputable manufacturer and pleased to recommend this hedge shear. Professional telescopic hedge shears, 4-fold adjustable up to 825 mm for comfortable cutting of dry wood and fresh greenery in difficult to reach, higher places