Corona Limbnotch Hedge Shears - 10.5in Forged Steel Blade - Aluminum Handles

Serrated Blade and Limb Notch for Clean Hedge Cuts, 10.5in

A branch that slips or deflects mid-cut leaves a ragged hedge face no matter how sharp the shears are. Corona Limbnotch Hedge Shears solve that with a serrated top blade that grips stems during the stroke and a limb-notch bottom blade that catches and holds slightly thicker branches in place until the cut completes.

The 10.5in slant-ground forged steel blade penetrates dense hedge growth cleanly and can be resharpened as it dulls, and high-strength aluminum handles with an elliptical cross-section keep extended shearing sessions comfortable.

Key Features & Benefits

• 10.5in slant-ground forged steel blade — narrow cutting geometry for clean penetration into dense hedge foliage, with strength and edge retention for demanding work.
• Serrated top blade — grips stems during the cutting stroke, preventing blade deflection and producing more consistent cuts.
• Limb notch bottom blade — catches and holds branches in place during the cut, preventing deflection on slightly thicker individual stems.
• Resharpenable blade — the forged steel blade can be resharpened when it dulls, extending useful life across multiple seasons.
• Lightweight aluminum handles — high-strength construction at a fraction of steel's weight, with an elliptical cross-section for comfortable grip.

Who Should Use This

Professional landscapers and home gardeners who regularly trim hedges, shrubs, and ornamental topiaries are the direct fit, particularly for overgrown or thick-stemmed varieties where standard smooth-blade shears leave ragged, inconsistent cuts.

About Corona

Corona Clipper has built cutting tools in Corona, California since the late 1920s, when a curved citrus-harvesting clipper became the company's first product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the limb notch do?

The limb notch is a V-shaped cut near the base of the bottom blade that catches and holds individual branches in place during the cutting stroke. Without it, thicker branches tend to deflect or slide along the blade instead of being cut cleanly.

Why are the handles elliptical rather than round?

An elliptical handle cross-section aligns the blade angle with the natural grip orientation of the hand, reducing wrist rotation. It also gives a consistent tactile reference for maintaining blade angle without looking.

How do I resharpen the blade?

Sharpen the slant-ground blade face with a flat sharpening file or whetstone, following the existing bevel angle. Sharpen only the ground face, not the flat back of the blade.

Are these shears suitable for formal topiary work?

Yes, the slant-ground blade and serrated top edge provide clean, precise cuts suited for fine definition work. Formal topiary and shaped hedge trimming are both good fits for this design.