Pruning Shears Cellfast 40-417 — metal bypass secateurs, hand pruner

Cellfast 40-417 pruning shears are metal bypass secateurs designed for manual cutting tasks in gardening and horticulture. Built with metal components for the body and cutting mechanism, these hand pruners provide a straightforward tool for trimming branches, stems and shrubs. The bypass action produces clean cuts on live plant material, making the tool suitable for general garden maintenance, pruning ornamental plants and shaping small bushes.

Advantages

The metal construction offers durability and resistance to everyday wear, while the bypass cutting mechanism ensures precise, scissor-like cuts that minimise damage to plant tissue. Ergonomically shaped handles afford a secure grip during repetitive tasks, and the compact design enables access to tight spaces among foliage. The tool is simple to operate and requires minimal maintenance, making it practical for both occasional gardeners and users performing light professional tasks.

Suitable for

• Pruning small branches and stems of shrubs and trees
• Trimming roses, ornamentals and hedge shaping
• General garden maintenance in home gardens and allotments
• Light professional pruning tasks where a durable metal hand pruner is needed

Key specifications

• Tool type: bypass secateurs (hand pruner)
• Construction: metal body and cutting components
• Cutting action: bypass (scissor-like)
• Intended use: manual pruning of live plant material
• Size and shape: compact, handheld design for close work

How to use

Hold the pruning shears with a comfortable grip and position the bypass blades around the stem or branch to be cut. Apply steady pressure to close the blades, making a single clean cut as close as possible to the branch collar for live wood. For thicker branches, use multiple small cuts rather than forcing a single oversized cut. After cutting, wipe the blades clean to remove sap and debris and check that the blades are aligned and sharp for subsequent use.

Usage recommendations

For best results, use the pruners on fresh, living stems up to a diameter appropriate for hand secateurs. Keep blades clean and lightly oiled to prevent corrosion and ensure smooth operation. Sharpen blades periodically and inspect the tool for any signs of wear before use to maintain safe, effective pruning.