Fiskars Steel Bypass Pruning Shears

Last updated: December 16, 2022


The best thing about these garden tools is the comfortable grip. The ergonomic design keeps your hands comfortable, and the sharp blade ensures quick, clean cuts every time. The compact size means they easily slip into a pocket to free your hands up for other gardening tasks.

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Product Details

Key Takeaway: These garden tools are great for pruning green or growing wood, but they also are adequate for drying branches.

In our analysis of 58 expert reviews, the Fiskars Steel Bypass Pruning Shears placed 3rd when we looked at the top 8 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

This reliable pruner is ideal for a variety of general pruning tasks. A fully hardened, precision-ground steel blade stays sharp longer, and a rust-resistant, low-friction coating makes cutting easier. A self-cleaning sap groove keeps the blades from sticking, and the handle includes non-slip grips. All-steel construction provides long-lasting durability.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

Finally, shears that I can hold onto without having to purchase a device that keeps the handles from opening wider than my grip.
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Coated, hardened steel blades make for efficient cutting and quick cleaning. Decent capacity for general-purpose work. Good ergonomics and easy slide locking.
They are also relatively compact, so you can fit them in a vest pocket while going about your various gardening duties.
They also come with a lifetime warranty so on the off-chance you break 'em, Fiskars will send you a new pair for free.
Fully hardened, precision-ground steel blade stays sharp, even through heavy use.
They are really easy to hold and don’t require a lot of strength to use.
The lock is easy to use and very accessible, making one hand operations a breeze.
Featuring a precision-ground, hardened steel blade, you’ll find that the Fiskars stay sharp for a very long time, even if they’re put to use regularly.
The shear has a 5/8" cutting diameter which allows you to cut most of the thicker branches in your garden.
The Fiskars Bypass Hand Pruner consistently produces quick, effortless, and clean cuts on both dry and green wood.
Ambidextrous locking mechanism for ease of use
The low friction coating of the blade prevent it from sticking up with sap or debris.

What reviewers didn't like

Handle grips slide off as I am using them. Not very sharp. I will be returning them.
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Unreliable product control means some people have been disappointed by poor tools.
They do tend to do better on green or growing wood than on dead branches.
Not ideal for heavy pruning
This is a basic hand pruner with no special features other than an orange plastic blade lock slider and a hidden spring that won’t get clogged or pop loose.
Not ideal for use on dead branches
The blade may rust after some time
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