Bypass secateurs are ideal for healthy plants, shrubs or green stems. These Bypass action secateurs use a scissor-like action to give a clean cut, ideal for minimising bruising to living or green stems. The high carbon steel blades offer for strength and lasting sharpness. Auto-rotating handles help minimise hand fatigue and strain, and we love the non-slip soft comfort grip. Includes a stepped locking catch for adapting to wide or narrow cutting widths. Rubber shock absorbers for user comfort. Bypass cutting action minimises bruising to tender green stems. Aluminium alloy handle. Maximum cut: 15mm (5/8) diameter. Overall length: 220mm (8¾). Blade size: 67mm (2 5/8). 10-year guarantee.