– Spear & Jackson 8100RS Razorsharp Ratchet Anvil Lopper - Powerful Progressive Carbon Steel Blades for Smooth Easy Cutting - Twist & Lock Mechanism - Extends to 72cm (28") - Ergonomic Comfort Grips

Spear & Jackson 8100RS Razorsharp Telescopic Ratchet Anvil Lopper I don't write too many reviews, but I was so impressed with these loppers that I felt I must make the effort to do so. I read other reviews before ordering and hoped that the tool would be as good as many people said - and it was!... MUCH better than I expected. It really is sharp, and that, together with the ratchet, makes cutting through branches (up to AT LEAST an inch thick) a doddle. Branches that previously I'd have used my pruning saw to cut through were dealt with effortlessly by these loppers. My first job was to cut down shrubbery branches that were overhanging the street, some quite thick and many quite high - and normally I'd need a step ladder (and pruning saw) to deal with these. So here came the test for the extension capability of these loppers. No problem - cut down with ease and no step ladder needed. After about fifteen to twenty minutes work, I admired my huge pile of chopped down branches (thick and thin). The biggest job was clearing away the pile afterwards. Now I've read in some reviews that these loppers were heavy; well I'm a lady of 'a certain age' and I had no problem with the weight. I would admit it made my arms ache just a bit when reaching up to cut, but that would apply to anything if reaching up for more than a few minutes. I'd go so far to say it was actually a pleasure to use this tool, saving both time and effort. Done a couple of jobs with it now, and more to do. Finally I would add that the loppers are sturdy and robust and I hope they will stand the test of time. If they don't I will update this review.

Brilliant tool for the garden, extends to an impressive length. I found them quite heavy to use but soon got used to them and they are way better than my other loppers. VERY sharp and gives a clean cut on all my thickest shrubs and branches. Solid and very reliable for all my jobs in the garden.

I am impressed with the cutting ability of these loppers. I was easily able to trim back small branches and very thick brambles, and they extended with no problem. They are, however, pretty heavy, especially when you have to hold them above your head for any length of time. But good quality and do a good job.

Brilliant. I used to have a ratchet bypass lopper years ago but my last one wasn't. I'd forgotten how much easier it makes cutting. This one works really well, can cut fairly sizeable branches and is comfortable in the hand. The extending handle is quite easy to use. I can't comment on its durability for some time yet. If the blades are wiped and dried after use I suspect it will last well.

Solid and sharp , excellent .

Fantastic loppers made my job so easy! The ratchet style made it feel like cutting through butter. They are durable and have a good solid build. I did a lot of cutting off branches from 15ft and 10ft fern trees, which I believe are made of dense wood. I found it comfortable to hold, and there was no hand strain at all. All branches were also cut into smaller pieces for the tun bag, so they had a good workout. The handle extension lock is solid too.

Best loppers I’ve ever owned. Cuts through thick branches with ease. Ratchet effect on thicker branches is excellent. I suffer with weakness in my wrists at intervals and this was still easy enough to do without strain. Adjustable length handles are easy to use and still feel very sturdy when at full length. I highly recommend for price, performance and ease of use

Strong, will last for years.