Pruning shears YATO YT-88186 bypass pruner, length 220 mm, single piece

YATO YT-88186 is a bypass pruning shear with a 220 mm overall length supplied as a single piece. It is designed to cut live shoots and branches with a precise bypass action that leaves clean cuts on plants. The tool is intended for garden maintenance tasks such as pruning shrubs, shaping ornamental plants and cutting small branches on fruit trees. Its size and cutting action make it suitable for hobby gardeners and for light professional use where accuracy and plant health are important.

Advantages

The bypass cutting mechanism provides a clean, scissor-like cut that minimises damage to living tissue and supports healthier regrowth. With its compact 220 mm length and single-piece supply, the shear is easy to handle and store. Construction and blade geometry are focused on delivering accurate cuts on shoots and small branches, which helps reduce the need for additional trimming or corrective pruning.

Suitable for

• Pruning live shoots and greenwood on shrubs
• Shaping and trimming ornamental plants
• Cutting small branches and twigs on fruit trees
• General garden maintenance and tidying tasks

When it may not be suitable

This bypass pruner is intended for live shoots, greenwood and small branches; it is not designed for heavy-duty cutting of thick, dry or dead wood. For larger diameter branches or extensive professional forestry work, a lopper, saw or powered cutter should be used instead. Users should avoid forcing the tool on material beyond its intended capacity to prevent blade damage or personal injury.

Key specifications

• Tool type: bypass pruning shear
• Total length: 220 mm
• Pack quantity: single piece
• Cutting action: bypass (scissor-like)
• Intended use: live shoots, shrubs, fruit tree twigs

How to use

Hold the pruning shear comfortably in the hand and position the blades around the shoot or branch to be cut, placing the thicker blade on the side that will receive the cut-off material. Apply steady pressure to close the blades in a smooth motion for a clean cut. Make cuts at a slight angle where appropriate to promote water runoff and healthy healing of the plant. For best results, cut before branches become too thick for the tool’s capacity.

What to consider before purchase

• Desired cutting capacity — suitable for live shoots and small branches, not for thick dead wood
• Tool length and hand comfort — 220 mm overall length for manoeuvrability in tight spaces
• Frequency of use — appropriate for hobby gardening and light professional tasks
• Maintenance needs — blades require occasional cleaning and sharpening to maintain performance

Usage recommendations

For safe and effective operation, inspect the blades before use, keep the cutting edges clean and sharp, and wear appropriate hand protection. Use the pruning shear for branches within its capacity and perform regular maintenance to prolong service life and ensure consistent, clean cuts.