Provide greater leverage for easier cutting of harder, more mature branches up to 35mm thick|The longer handles provide greater leverage and combined with a three-step ratchet mechanism, reduces the effort across the entire cutting process|Open the handles to full width to engage the ratchet and then gradually cut the branch rather than trying to cut though in one go|High quality carbon steel blade is non-stick coated blade to provide a smooth, clean finish|Lightweight aluminium handles have soft touch grips for added comfort