Spear & Jackson 4930FZ Razorsharp Telescopic Tree Pruner, Extendable Pole Handle for Removing High Branches, Sharp Saw Blade for Cutting Thick Limbs and Powerful Pull Cord Lopper for Light Trimming

I love this pruner. I bought it so I could chop up a huge bougainvillea that had grown up over the roof of my back porch and needed to be cut back to almost nothing. Because of the design of the head, it didn't work well at being pushed into the dense foliage of the bush forcing me to buy a second pruner, however, I used it on tall trees that had easily accessed branches and it cuts beautifully. There is very little in the way of plastic parts which is great; this tool should last a long time (with occasional sharpening and oiling). It isn't really lightweight; I had to build up my biceps for a few weeks before I could control the placement of the head well when fully extended. I was an out-of-shape old lady who hadn't done any heavy labor or significant exercise for a couple of years, so anyone who is reasonably strong and healthy should be able to handle this. Great pruner!UPDATE: I just tried out the saw. I saw other reviewers complaining about the wing nut that comes loose, so I wrapped one layer of plumber's pipe sealing tape around the screw. It still came loose a little bit after I worked the blade really hard but the saw worked so well at cutting through a stubborn thick knotty branch that my usual pole saw couldn't handle that I didn't care about a little looseness. I might try another layer of sealing tape or maybe another wing nut from my supply . . . I'll find a way to keep it on there tight, one way or another. The blade is worth a little bit of trouble with a wing nut. Maybe if I attach the wing nut and then cover the exposed end of the screw with a bunch of sealing tape so the wing nut can't move? Later on that - I am the process of overhauling my toilet and I'm worn out.UPDATE July 29, 2023 I worked on that loose wing nut a bit and improved the situation. I added more pipe sealant tape, and I had a rubber washer left over from my toilet fixing which I cut down a bit. I put it on next to the metal and put the provided metal ring/washer on top of that. It helps a LOT. I worked hard sawing branches like the one shown in the photo and the wing nut never loosened more than a quarter turn. I had to tighten it a tiny bit in between major sawing a couple of times but that blade is so good I didn't mind; saved me from having to hire a possibly criminal-minded stranger (you don't want to hear the many stories of my multiple horrible experiences with workers who like to mess up the life of an old woman). Spear and Jackson gave me freedom and independence with this glorious saw plus a really impressive set of new biceps.

I have seen what others said about the plastic part that broke, but mine had astrong steel part there, so I'm guessing they improved it. There's NO way now! Anyway, I've tried to find a good tree trimmer for years, that can reach those high branches, and this one is great! It's fairly lightweight, and once you hook onto the branch you're cutting, the weight doesn't matter, the branch holds it. Then you pull the silky smooth rope/pulley device, so easy peasy, and the razor sharp blade cuts through 5/8" with total ease. The only thing to watch out for is that big neatly cut branch coming down fast!There were also people that said the locking mechanism for the pole extension comes loose while using, but for me, that happened once because I twisted the pole (which unlocks it) while it was hooked on a branch, totally my fault. I learned not to do that! Then no further problems. Also, make sure that your rope always stays in perfect alignment with the pulley at the top, if you accidentally get it on the other side of a limb or into the leaves, it can't pull smoothly.Really, though, unless this breaks early, I'm going to marry it! I'm now a 70 year old woman who can prune her maple tree with ease! LOVE IT!!!

Both shear and saw worked just fine on the two trees I’ve used it on so far. My only complaint is the weight. I didn’t think that would be an issue but after maneuvering it in the trees for a short while, I found it to be a pretty good upper body work out. I’m a male at 5’10” 220lbs in fair shape and I was glad when I finished hah!

I'm a 70 year old woman who is as strong as most 50 year old men, but just can't get my pole chainsaw up high enough. So I bought this for the lighter weight and it was great! Took off a very high 4" branch in about a minute and was absolutely stunned at how easy! 2" branches were not so easy, however, because it is hard to keep the lightweight saw in the groove (branch moves too much). A few minutes in, the blade regularly comes loose as the wingnut constantly comes loose regardless of how tightly turned. The blade is also thin, so it tends to bounce regardless...wish they put some kind of sleeve on the pole end to stabilize it. The pruner part is super for very small branches ... 1/2" max maybe. Larger is too much effort so use the blade. I will probably find a piece of thin sheet metal or something to reinforce the base of the blade and a better locking nut, but no regrets. The light weight and great cutting made it worth keeping rather than heavier competition.

Really works well. Cuts through branches easily and very easy to use

Made in England! This quality at this price point cannot be made in China or present day America. Well engineered, solid construction, telescopic METAL handle. Heavy steel brackets and a thick sharp blade. Tighten all the nylock nuts before use. I am a retired Jaguar mechanic whose great grandfather was a Royal Navy seaman arriving in the US in 1880. This tool will do the job! Only improvement possible would be an inexpensive sheath for the saw blade when not in use.

This has been an awesome pruner for a 5'3" petite gal. Amazing reach on it and the saw pruner also works very well for the thicker branches. I do most of the tree trimming on our 3 acres of trees here in Texas. This has made quick work for me and I'm very pleased with this tool!