Wilkinson Sword Lawn shears 1111137WF Long Handled

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Some edging shears have self-sharpening blades. The angle at which the blades work produces a small amount of friction, which means the blades sharpen with every cut. As with all gardening tools, proper cleaning and care keep manual grass shears performing their best and lasting a long time. Sap can build up on the blades, which inhibits proper opening and closing; this problem is easily solved by wiping the blades with an oily rag. Handle Enter: lawn edging shears. Capable of taking your lawn from an 8 to a 10, they trim and neaten the grass at the edge of your lawn to produce a crisp finish. Clean your grass shears first. Before sharpening, make sure you remove all the dirt, grime, sap, and other substances that may have accumulated on your grass shears. For proper wrist alignment and reduced strain, these topping grass shears from Q-yard help gardeners clip grass at an ergonomically correct angle. Suitable for trimming grass along the edges of flowerbeds and driveways, or topping areas of the lawn, these professional-grade shears offer a lightweight and comfortable option.

When held, the blades of edging shears are vertical to the ground. As you work the handles, they open and close, snipping from the side. These types of grass shears are specifically designed to neaten up any edge you might have, whether it’s along a garden, path, or sidewalk. Multifunctional shears Each of our tested tools cleanly trimmed fresh and slightly dried grass and common lawn weeds (dandelion, clover, henbit, wild onion, etc.) all the way to the blade tip. Several exceeded expectations by pruning green and semi-ripe shoots on holly, boxwood, and juniper. FAQs Shears that weigh between 1.5 – 2 kg can still prove difficult to manage for a lot of gardeners. Naturally, they are slightly more manageable, but the weight will become noticeable after a while and more rests may be required than with lighter shears. Made by Bulldog, a company based in Wigan, UK, these shears are the only model with a fibreglass handle to have gained a spot on this list. As a lightweight but durable material, the fibreglass shaft helps with manageability. The shears weigh 1.81 kg in total. Choose shears with long blades of at least 21 cm for large gardens; this way you won’t spend all day edging the lawn. Shorter, 17 – 21cm blades will work well for smaller gardens. However, you should also pay attention to the depth of your verges.

Tips

Even though you might not think your yard needs it, it’s best to trim your lawn with long-handle grass shears after every mowing. FAQ

In length, these shears measure 95 cm and have lacquered, hardwood handles that are relatively easy to hold onto. They have no grips added onto them, so wearing rubberised gardening gloves will help. File the blade. Using a flat sharpening file, match the angle of the bevel on your blade and file the edge – if you do not match the bevel while sharpening, you may ruin the shears.

Everything you need to know

Although you might expect these shears to weigh more than others – based on their longer blades and handles – they are surprisingly lightweight. Weighing 1.1 kg, they are actually the lightest shears featured here, as well as the longest. To sharpen the blades, use a large single cut mill file. If you have a vice, put the shears in these to hold them still, otherwise brace them against a solid object. When sharpening, follow the angle of the blade’s edge – only sharpening the outside of the blades. Dragging the file up the blade towards you will damage the blade. Instead, it should be pushed away from you down towards the tip using a long smooth stroke. Returned to the top of the blade to start again. A short blade works best for curved edges to get the right arch in the snip, and they’re usually lighter, too.

The tops of the handles are coated with rubber, which provides good grip and control over the tool. If you want to avoid using electric edgers, but don’t want to spend more money than necessary on a pair of shears, these are a good option to consider.

The handles on long-handle grass shears are typically made out of aluminium or steel. Steel is the tougher material and is the material you should consider for heavier-duty use. Aluminium is lighter and the material of choice for people who are looking for a tool that is less fatiguing to use. Swivel head

Longer blades, measuring 21 cm + are more suitable for bigger gardens because they allow more edge to be cut in one go. However, be aware that the bigger the blade, the more depth it needs to open fully. If your verge edges are quite shallow, you may find that longer blades often end up digging into the dirt when you open them.While not all grass shears are built with identical purposes in mind, they all should cleanly slice through fresh grass and other fine herbaceous vegetation that a lawn mower leaves behind. Some of the more robust shears are built for multipurpose garden trimming, such as clipping stray shoots on a hedge or harvesting cut flowers and culinary herbs. For each tool, we considered the way it was marketed, what the manufacturer promises, and how a consumer may actually use and abuse it after the newness wears off. The shears can be used by either a right- or left-handed user – they possibly favour right-handed use, but are comfortable enough to be used by a left-handed person as well. The most important feature to consider is whether you want long-handle grass shears that must be operated with both hands or shears that offer one-handed operation. Two-handed models have much less flexibility, but they are more powerful and built to last. One-handed models offer a wide range of features that are not available on two-handed models, but they are designed for lighter-duty tasks. Materials