Your favorite hand pruners?

RedShaft · January 01, 2014, 10:12:00 PM

For first time this year I really needed hand pruners. I hunted hemlocks and could have used a good pair. I will be hunting those hemlocks again next season. Also with turkey season this spring they will get heavy use.

Something light and handy that will tackle a solid branch if need be and don't make too much noise when in use. Thanks guys!!

John146 · January 01, 2014, 10:15:00 PM

I have a pair from Primos that has worked pretty well. They can't handle anything too big though so not sure if they will work for you but they have done what I have needed for the most part.

Stumpkiller · January 01, 2014, 11:08:00 PM

Funny you should ask. Funnier yet I can answer.

I carry a pair of Fiskars. Plastic handles for lightness but a ratcheting jaw so it cuts 1" sticks.

Also good for squirrel & bunny leg bones when skinning. Great for chopping up kindling for a fire as well. When bunny hunting in milli-flori rose I have cut my way free more than once with these.

I also carry a light folding saw with a lock-blade. Useful enough to justify the weight & space.

Pat B · January 01, 2014, 11:23:00 PM

I have used Felco #2 hand pruners for years in my landscape work. They are pricey but I've had the same pair for over 20 years. Every part on Felco pruners are replaceable. They have a holster with a belt clip. I also use a Felco folding pruning saw for bigger branches.

Hopewell Tom · January 02, 2014, 05:33:00 AM

I use the Felco as well, agree with all the attributes above.
I also have a Browning fold up saw about the size of a Xlarge folding knife. That combo seems to handle all comers.

Jayrod · January 02, 2014, 06:02:00 AM

Fiskars is what's always in my pack I love me!

RedShaft · January 02, 2014, 06:13:00 AM

Thanks for help guys! I will be looking into those brands.

The comment about having to cut your way out while bunny hunting is funny and so true! I have had many times I turned my back tucked my arms and head and started plowing to get out only to end up on my arse in a tangled mess wondering how I was going to get out!! Lol

Slickhead · January 02, 2014, 06:44:00 AM

fiskers
got 2 pair for Christmas

Nice a compact
I often attack mine to a carabineer or retractable cord to my belt loop
That way there is no searching for them when needed.

MJB · January 02, 2014, 06:59:00 AM

EZ KUT

bretto · January 02, 2014, 07:04:00 AM

I have a cheap pair of no-name ratcheting pruners I've carried in my fanny pack for years. I gave a dollar for them at the Hardware store close out table.

They will cut a branch up to say 5/8" or so. Bigger than that the folding saw comes out.

bretto

happy1 · January 02, 2014, 07:36:00 AM

Florian 701 Ratchet-Cut Hand Pruner are great pruners. The ratchet makes it easier to cut thicker limbs. They are made in the USA and have a lifetime repair or replacement warranty.

John Scifres · January 02, 2014, 07:49:00 AM

I also have the Fiskars. They work well but feel a little flimsy. I've only had them for one season so durability on this pair is yet to be determined. Those Florian pruners look great.

backyardbowhunter · January 02, 2014, 07:52:00 AM

Another vote for Felco. It's what most vineyard folk use all day long.

KentuckyTJ · January 02, 2014, 08:23:00 AM

Ez-kut. Watch this video

http://www.ezkutproducts.com/products.php

Hoyt · January 02, 2014, 08:29:00 AM

I've had a pair of anvil cut Fiskars for over 10 yrs. and still like new..even better than the new ones I got this yr. for a spare.

huntmaster70 · January 02, 2014, 08:33:00 AM

EZ-kut works great!

jcprintz · January 02, 2014, 08:48:00 AM

The Florian Ratchet-Cut Hand Pruner has been working for me for many years. I haven't found anything better for the size and weight. I own 5 of them and keep one in each pack,2 to use around the house and one in the truck.

Eric Krewson · January 02, 2014, 09:18:00 AM

I have a pair of Fiskars that are geared, gives one three times the cutting force.

Ratchet pruners work well but make a good bit of noise. The deer I hunt will be in the next county with the first abnormal "click".

KSdan · January 02, 2014, 09:38:00 AM

Got the EZ Kut this fall based on TG reviews. No doubt quality. I do not like the noise it makes when ratchet mech slips. I suspect all ratchets are prone to this. I am back to the drawing board for a non-ratchet so I can control how it cuts and keep it quiet.
By the way- I also saw a friend's Fiskar's handle break off. Not impressed with quality there.

Dan in KS

January 02, 2014, 09:55:00 AM

I have been using Stihl Pruners for a couple of years-- very solid.