This heavy duty by-pass pruner is ideal for professional pruning jobs. The precision ground blades are drop forged for superior cutting leverage, long lasting sharpness, and durability. Hard chrome plating provides extra tough, rust-resistance, wipe-clean blades. All metal construction. The non-slip lightweight grips fit comfortably in the hand and help prevent fatigue. Japanese style "V" springs offer a unique operation and shoot the blades open.