Fiskars PowerLever Bypass Pruning Shears 3/4 Inch
- 3/4 inch cut capacity on green, living stems
- Bypass blades in stainless steel, non-stick coated upper blade
- PowerLever mechanism to reduce cutting effort
- Ambidextrous FiberComp handles
- Locking mechanism for safe storage
- White finish for visibility in the garden
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A good everyday pruner for live stems and shrubs, with a lever that lightens each cut and a blade coating that resists sap. Dead or dry wood is a poor match for bypass blades, and no weight is listed.
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ASIN: B0F88RVHM7Model: P57Category: Pruning Shears & Snips
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Overview
Not meant for dry, dead branches, the Fiskars PowerLever bypass pruner is built for clean cuts on green, living plants. Its lever linkage reduces the hand force each cut takes, while a non-stick upper blade resists gumming from sap.
Clean cuts on live growth are the reason to own it, since bypass blades slice past each other rather than crush the stem. The lever reduces effort, and the bright handle is easy to spot when set down in the beds. Capacity stops at small branches, so thicker limbs call for loppers.
Who it's for
Flower beds, vegetable rows and shrub borders with green growth are the target. Gardeners cutting dry deadwood should choose an anvil pruner instead.
Pros and cons
- Bypass cut leaves clean stem wounds
- Lever reduces hand effort
- Non-stick coating resists sap buildup
- Usable in either hand
- Weight and blade length not listed
- Not intended for dead, dry wood
- Small branches only, thicker limbs need loppers
- No holster or sheath included
Performance notes
Cut quality depends on the bypass action, where the upper blade passes the lower jaw and slices cleanly through soft, living tissue. The lever lowers the peak hand force needed on tougher stems. Sap is shed more easily by the coated blade, but the blades still need wiping after work.
Specifications
| Brand | Fiskars |
|---|---|
| Model | P57 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting width | 0.7 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Construction & materials | |
| Handle Material | FiberComp |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Pruner |
| Other details | |
| Blade Type | Bypass |
| Blade Edge | Serrated |
| Product Style | Bypass Pruner |
| Item Highlight | PowerLever Mechanism, Locking Mechanism, Non-Stick Coating |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Fiskars PowerLever pruner?
Just the pruner. No holster, sheath or sharpener is listed, so plan your own storage in the shed or tool bag.
Can the Fiskars PowerLever pruner cut dead branches?
Fiskars describes it for green, living plants up to 3/4 inch diameter. Dry deadwood falls outside that description.
How do I store the Fiskars PowerLever pruner safely?
Close the blades and engage the built-in locking mechanism, which holds the pruner shut when not in use.