The first time you try Fiskars PowerGear2 Ultra Blade Pruner, you’ll be amazed – but it’s not magic, it’s gears. Fiskars patented gear technology multiplies your leverage to give you up to 3X more power on every cut. This means you can power through tough stems and branches that you wouldn’t be able to cut with traditional pruners. For easy, comfortable pruning, the pruner also includes a contoured handle with a unique rolling design that fits the shape and natural motion of your hand. Fiskars updated design includes modified gears and an innovative cam mechanism to optimize your cutting power in the middle of the cut where the branch is thickest and you need it most. The result is that every cut is even easier than our original Power Gear cutting tools. Additionally, the fully hardened steel pruning blade is enhanced with an Ultra Blade coating that keeps it sharp up to five times longer than untreated blades while protecting against rust and making every cut even smoother.