Bond Bypass Pruner - 24in - 1.75in Cutting Capacity

Extended-Reach Bypass Pruner for Larger Branches

Branches thicker than a standard hand pruner can manage need either more leverage or more force, and the Bond 24in Bypass Pruner supplies the leverage. Its lightweight oval steel handles extend the tool's reach and mechanical advantage, letting it cut through branches up to 1.75in in diameter that would strain or bind a shorter pruner.

Heat-treated blades hold their edge through heavier, sustained use, and the bypass cutting action still delivers a clean, scissor-like cut rather than the crushing action of an anvil-style tool.

Key Features & Benefits

• 1.75in cutting capacity — suited to larger shrubs, small trees, and woody growth.
• Heat-treated blades — hardened steel holds an edge through heavy, repeated use.
• Lightweight oval steel handles — comfortable, non-slip grip with the leverage needed for thicker branches.
• Bypass cutting action — minimizes crushing damage to plant tissue compared to anvil-style cutters.
• 24in extended length — provides both reach and mechanical advantage for larger cuts.

Who Should Use This

Gardeners and cultivators who regularly prune larger shrubs, small trees, and woody branches beyond the capacity of a standard hand pruner are the direct fit for this tool.

About Bond

Bond's garden tool lineup, including this extended-reach pruner, has operated under Orbit Irrigation Products since Orbit's 2020 acquisition of Bond Manufacturing's garden tool business.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the advantage of oval handles on a pruner?

Oval handles provide an ergonomic grip shape that fits the hand comfortably and reduces the tendency of the handle to rotate during cutting. This improves control with each cut, particularly on thicker material.

How does heat treatment affect blade performance?

Heat treatment hardens the blade steel, increasing its resistance to dulling and wear. Heat-treated blades stay sharper longer than untreated blades under comparable use.

Is this pruner suitable for small tree branches?

Yes, with a 1.75in cutting capacity and 24in handles for leverage, it can handle small tree branches and larger shrub growth beyond a standard hand pruner's reach. For anything thicker, a lopper or saw is a better fit.

Is bypass action better than anvil for live plants?

Generally yes, since bypass action makes a scissor-like cut that cleanly severs plant tissue, while anvil action crushes the stem. For live, green growth, bypass cuts promote faster healing and healthier regrowth.