Tree loppers

Here is our offer of loppers, a tool commonly known as branch cutters. You will find a wide variety of references at low prices. To make your choice among these great brands (FISKARS, GARDENA, RIBILAND...), there are several important criteria: by-pass or anvil, with or without rack and pinion system.

You are now on the page of loppers, also called branch cutters. These tools are very similar to pruners. Indeed, they have the same type of blades and the main difference is in the size of the handles: the blades are generally a bit larger, with a maximum cutting capacity between 2 and 5 centimeters. The handles, on the other hand, can reach over 80 centimeters in length. You will therefore find here our selection of these tools. We have the best prices on major brands: FISKARS, GARDENA, RIBILAND... To help you make your choice among all these references, here is a small explanatory guide of the different features of this tool.

The first thing that will determine the branch cutter you will buy is the use you will make of it. Indeed, there are two main types of loppers: anvil and by-pass models. The first has a cutting blade that comes down on a flat blade: the anvil. Thanks to this principle, this tool is recommended for trimming hard, dry or dead wood. Why? Because the anvil crushes the plant fibers, making it harder for them to heal. For the by-pass model, it is the opposite. This type of tool is recommended for cutting and trimming soft wood or young branches because the cut will be clean, fast, and won't crush the plant fibers. Thus, diseases are not promoted and the plant retains all its vigor. It is important to know that for by-pass tools, there are two types of counter blades: cutting blades and serrated blades. The latter are especially recommended if you need to take care of fibrous plants.

Another important feature to remember is the presence of a gear system. The rack and pinion system, for example, allows you to make a cut in two or three movements. Therefore, it requires almost no effort on your part to make the cut, which is very pleasant.

Next, you can consider the size of the tool. The larger it is, the more it will allow you to reach high branches without having to equip yourself with a ladder or a stepladder. Moreover, some models have telescopic handles to gain maneuverability.

Thirdly, you can pay attention to the material of the blades and their coating. A Teflon treatment effectively prevents rust as no debris or liquid will stick to it. This therefore increases the lifespan of the tool.

You can also look at the handle that equips the handle. If it is ergonomic, it will perfectly fit the shapes of your hand. This will give you more comfort when using the object and you will be able to work longer and more efficiently.

Last point: the cutting capacity of the tool. Depending on the plants you will be working on, you can settle for a more or less large capacity. Therefore, adapt the model to your garden.

Finally, we remind you that it is safer, when working with such tools, to wear appropriate protection. For example, gloves are recommended to avoid any risk of cuts. We also believe that both by-pass and anvil types are complementary. It would therefore not be useless to have a tool for each cutting system, to adapt to your plants and activities.