Varieties and rules for choosing lawn shears

Any owner of his own land plot takes a lot of time and effort to improve the territory. Now there are many different devices that make it much easier for a person to work in the garden and on the site. Some of these tools are various types of garden shears, including those for mowing lawns.

Today the market for horticultural products is flooded with a variety of models of lawn shears. Each of these models has its own technical parameters, which you must pay attention to when choosing this very necessary tool for yourself.

There are two main types of such scissors - manual and electric (cordless). Detailed information will be presented below about each of the types.

Such a lawn mowing tool is the simplest in design, but is still in demand among owners of relatively small areas.

Externally, manual lawn scissors are almost identical to conventional ones, differing only in that their blades move in a plane perpendicular to the movements of the handle. Using them, you can achieve a smooth cut almost close to the ground.

The main advantage of a hand tool is that it does not require the use of electricity to work with it. In addition, manual shears are convenient to operate, they are more mobile, more accurately cut off unnecessary grass height or the length of bush branches.

Every year, new models of electric brush cutters and lawn mowing equipment are offered to help gardeners. Their invention made it possible to significantly reduce the cost of human effort and time to give your site an aesthetic appearance. Many are satisfied with their mechanical counterparts, but those who purchased an electric tool have never regretted their purchase.

Cordless models are very convenient for controlling weeds growing along fences, near flowers and trees, where it is quite difficult to get rid of grass with ordinary pruners. Using such a device, gardening is faster, more convenient and without much hassle.

There is no unnecessary noise and unpleasant smell of gas, which is characteristic of the operation of electric or gasoline lawn mowers. Only care must be taken not to get cut grass or small branches stuck between the blades. In addition, you need to take breaks every 20-30 minutes, since with constant operation, the scissors heat up, and their excessive heating can lead to breakage. When choosing a model, you should pay attention to the capacity of the power supply - the operating time of the device depends on this.

If the price category does not really matter, then it is better to choose models with several nozzles., a powerful battery and a telescopic handle that can be adjusted to a specific length. The long-handled tool will prevent you from bending over to cut low grass.

The shape of the pruning shears' blades is also important, as each blade is designed for specific areas of the area. For example, straight scissors are perfect for topiary art or work in a flower bed.The tine models are ideal for cutting dry grass, tall, tough stems and shrub branches. The wavy blades allow you to cut the grass as smoothly as possible, as well as fight against dense stems.

In addition to technical characteristics, scissors differ in design and material of manufacture, shape of the handle and cutting elements. For example, the blades can be smooth or serrated. The former will be more convenient to sharpen, while the latter remain sharp longer.

Handles are available in wood, polyamide or carbon fiber. Devices with carbon fiber handles are very comfortable and light, but they cannot withstand falls from a height - the material does not have sufficient strength.

Some handles are rubber coated to prevent slipping when using the tool.

The blades are made of steel. The quality depends on its chemical composition and external coating. The most durable are zinc and Teflon coated blades. The special coating prevents grass and dust residues from sticking, and also protects the instrument from corrosion. However, the price for such a unit will be high, but it will last much longer than a cheap analogue.

Less and less on the market you can find brushcutters, when working with which it is necessary to use both hands, since they have already outlived theirs. It is more practical to use the model for one-handed work, an even more comfortable option is scissors with a telescopic handle. They have many advantages - the ability to adjust the handle to your height, no need to bend over, can be used to cut branches of tall bushes.

When choosing a tool for working in the garden, you need to take into account its volume, as well as how difficult it will be. Even mechanical models are suitable for cutting short grass, shaping small shrubs, trees and lawns, but more functional hedge trimmers should be chosen for cutting thick hedges.

Below is a rating of the most popular models of both electric and mechanical shears.

• Gardena 08704. German model of mechanical shears made of good quality steel with protective coating on the blades. The total length of the tool is 18 cm, and the weight is 100 g. The miniature tool is excellent for mowing small areas of the lawn, as well as for use in the kitchen. Comfortable plastic handles do not slip in your hands. The scissors are designed to work with both the right and left hand. The only drawback is that a retainer is not provided.

• Fiskars FingerLoop SP 45. Convenient hand model designed for one-handed operation. The handles are made of black-orange plastic. The length of the cutting elements is 20 mm, the total length of the tool is 21.8 cm, and the weight is 200 g. The unusual shape of the device and its compactness allow it to be maneuvered while working in the garden. The presence of the hilt definitely pleases gardeners. A latch is provided, however, it is not very strong.

• Grinda 8-422087. Functional model with a telescopic handle of good length (96.5 cm), the presence of which eliminates the need to bend over when cutting grass. The swivel mechanism is convenient when mowing the lawn in hard-to-reach areas. The blades are Teflon coated so that grass residues do not accumulate on the cutting edge. The weight of the product is 700 g, which is the only drawback of this model.

• Stiga SGM 102 AE 253010241 / ST1. Cordless garden shears. The capacity of the lithium battery is 2.5 Ah, the battery voltage is 10.8 V. The swivel mechanism allows you to work with the tool in three positions. The handles are covered with soft material. Product weight - 600 g. The set includes a brush cutter attachment, charger, battery.

• Gardena ComfortCut Li 09856-20.000.00. Battery powered garden shears have reversible knives with a cutting length of 80 mm.The comfortable handle makes the operation of the tool as comfortable as possible. Built-in 3.6V battery.

• Bosch ISIO 3.6 V Li with telescopic handle. Electric scissors with a 3.6 V battery. The power supply capacity is 1.5 Ah. When working with such a tool, you do not need to constantly bend over to get rid of the growing grass. A special indicator informs the user about the discharged battery.

For those who decide to purchase an electric lawn shear, it is necessary to consider several important points that affect the choice of this type of garden tool.

• The high performance of the lawn cutter depends on the capacity of the battery, and the uptime of the battery depends on the power of the battery.
• The length of the blade affects the speed and ease of the work. Scissors with long blades allow you to work on the most difficult to reach places.
• The weight of the tool should be such that it can be used in the garden for a long time. When buying, you should hold the scissors in your hands, do the movements that are usually performed by them when working. This will help you understand if this weight of the product is suitable or if you should consider lighter (heavier) models.
• The battery indicator allows you to monitor the battery level, which is very convenient when working in the garden for a long time.
• A built-in lock button prevents the instrument from being accidentally turned on or off.
• The functional handle makes working with the tool as comfortable as possible.
• For many models, the power supply must be purchased separately.

If someone decided to buy a manual brush cutter, then you should read the recommendations below for choosing.

• Pay attention to the material from which the blade is made. It is better to choose steel scissors - the service life of such a tool is longer.
• It is necessary to inquire about the strength of the spring located in the center of the tool. In addition, it must be elastic (but not tight) and securely fastened.
• The length and shape of the blades is chosen depending on their purpose - for cutting grass, shaping shrubs, processing trees, and so on.
• The material covering the handles must be non-slip.
• The presence of several positions of the blades, which is convenient for processing different parts of the garden.
• You need to choose the shape of the handle for yourself, and also take into account the fact that there are models for working with one or two hands. Here, each owner must make an individual choice.

Working with electric scissors is possible without any special knowledge and skills. Before using the tool, you should carefully study the instructions that come with the tool, and in operation try to adhere to all the recommendations specified in it. Correct setup of the equipment is the key to the successful operation of the tool.

Exposing the device to direct sunlight for a long time will adversely affect the condition of the battery. If the scissors stop working during operation, you do not need to press the on / off button many times, most likely, the battery is simply discharged.

If the old power supply is unsuitable or not included in the kit, you must buy a new one taking into account the recommendations of the manufacturers. After use, the battery must be removed from the device. Do not store the power supply near metal objects, as this can lead to a short circuit.

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