One-hand pruning shear FELCO 2, 25 mm

The one-hand pruning shear FELCO 2 cuts branches up to 25 mm in diameter. Forged aluminum handles keep weight at 240 g. The HSS blade is heat-treated for edge retention and mounted with a rivet for permanent alignment. A wire-spring coil returns the handles after each cut.

Plastic-coated grips prevent slippage during wet conditions. The lower handle features finger grooves for right-handed users. A toothed lock secures the blade when not in use. The anvil is thickened aluminum to support the cutting force without bending.

One-Hand Pruning Shear Construction and Mechanism

Forged Aluminum Handles

Both handles are die-cast from aluminum alloy under high pressure.

The lower handle curves to match the natural grip of four fingers. The upper handle is straight with a thumb rest. Total length is 215 mm from tip to tail.

• Die-cast aluminum alloy handles
• Plastic-coated grips for wet conditions
• Finger grooves on lower handle
• Right-hand orientation only
• Overall length: 215 mm
• Weight: 240 g

The anvil section is thicker than the blade side. This mass resists deformation when cutting hardwood branches. The tip of the anvil tapers to slip between dense foliage without snagging adjacent stems.

HSS Blade and Rivet Mount

The cutting blade is forged from high-speed steel and heat-treated to HRC 60. A curved profile holds the branch against the anvil throughout the stroke. The blade is attached with a steel rivet that passes through both handles and the pivot bushing.

• HSS blade, heat-treated to HRC 60
• Curved profile prevents branch slip
• Rivet-mounted pivot for permanent alignment
• Adjustable blade-to-anvil clearance
• Replaceable blade available as spare part

Blade clearance is adjusted by turning the screw behind the pivot. Correct clearance produces a clean cut without crushing the cambium layer. The blade can be removed for sharpening or replacement without special tools.

Wire Spring and Toothed Lock

A nickel-plated wire spring coils around the pivot rivet.

Spring tension opens the handles after each cut without requiring thumb pressure. The toothed lock is a lever on the lower handle that engages a ratchet on the upper handle.

• Nickel-plated wire spring
• Automatic handle return after each cut
• Toothed ratchet lock
• Lever-operated safety catch
• Lock holds blade closed during transport

The ratchet teeth prevent the lock from slipping under vibration. The lever is positioned for thumb operation without changing grip. When locked, the blade edge is fully enclosed by the anvil.

Common Applications

Professional arborists use this shear for pruning fruit trees, grapevines, and ornamental shrubs. Bonsai artists rely on the precise cut for shaping branch structure. Coffee and tea plantations deploy the tool for canopy management. Landscape crews carry it for deadwood removal and hedge trimming. The 25 mm capacity handles most deciduous hardwoods and softwoods up to three years old.

Technical Specifications from Catalog

The manufacturer specifies a maximum cutting diameter of 25 mm for green wood.

Dry or fibrous material reduces effective capacity. All components are manufactured in Switzerland and meet ISO 9001 quality standards. Spare parts are available individually and include blade, anvil, spring, lock, and grip covers.

• Maximum cutting diameter: 25 mm (green wood)
• Handle material: die-cast aluminum alloy
• Blade material: HSS, heat-treated
• Blade hardness: HRC 60
• Spring type: nickel-plated wire coil
• Lock type: toothed ratchet with lever
• Grip coating: plastic, slip-resistant
• Hand orientation: right-hand only
• Overall length: 215 mm
• Weight: 240 g
• Manufactured in Switzerland
• ISO 9001 certified production
• Full spare-part availability

The design has remained unchanged for 75 years. This continuity ensures that spare parts from current production fit units manufactured decades ago. The manufacturer recommends using only genuine replacement components to maintain cutting performance and safety.