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Fiskars Quantum Bypass Secateurs review
- BBC Gardeners' World Magazine
Published: Wednesday, 26 June 2019 at 9:42 am
Our Rating
3.5
A star rating of 3.5 out of 5.
GBP £60.99 RRP
Good looking but pricey bypass secateurs for those winter pruning jobs.
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In a nutshell
Cork handled bypass secateurs with a non-stick hardened steel blade that won’t stick or clog. Beautifully and simply designed they are easy to use and make smaller pruning cuts well.
What we tested
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Handling
4.0
A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
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Cutting
3.0
A star rating of 3.0 out of 5.
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Maintenance
4.0
A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
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Value for money
3.0
A star rating of 3.0 out of 5.
Overall Rating
3.5
A star rating of 3.5 out of 5.
Pros
- Cork handles are soft, warm and comfortable
- Central safety catch is easy to engage for both left and right-handed user
- Replacement parts available
Cons
- Heavy to use and struggles with thicker, larger cuts
- At the top end of the price scale and were the most expensive secateurs we tested
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What are Fiskars Quantum Bypass pruner secateurs like to use?
Heavy to hold but comfortable and the grip is good – the cork keeps the handles warm on colder days. They are simple and easy to use with the central safety catch sliding in to place smoothly. They cut well but find thicker wood tricky.
Are Fiskars Quantum Bypass pruner secateurs good value for money?
These are expensive secateurs. The parts can be replaced and they come with just a 30-day warranty valid from the point defects are noted.
Who Fiskars Quantum Bypass pruner secateurs most useful for?
Gardeners winter pruning roses and other smaller stemmed shrubs.
Fiskars Quantum Bypass pruner secateurs - Product specifications
Product: Bypass secateurs
Brand: Fiskars
Model: Quantum P100
Material: Aluminium and cork
Colour: Orange and silver
Weight: 288g
Warranty: 30 days
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