Felco ALPEN Gelbhorn One-Hand Pruning Shear - Forged Aluminum Handle

Felco ALPEN Gelbhorn 150 — Chromed Blade, Forged Aluminum Handle

The Felco ALPEN Gelbhorn 150 is a Swiss-precision pruning shear built for professionals and serious home gardeners who demand lasting quality. Its fully chromed blade delivers clean, precise cuts up to 20mm (0.79in) in diameter and is guaranteed corrosion-resistant for dependable outdoor performance.

An ideal tool for growers and gardeners managing pruning work across the field and garden, the Gelbhorn 150 pairs a fully chromed blade with forged aluminum handles for a shear built to be a long-term working companion.

Key Features & Benefits

• A fully chromed blade: Delivers clean, precise cuts up to 20mm / 0.79in in diameter with reduced friction and improved corrosion resistance.
• Forged aluminum handles: Provides a durable, lightweight grip that reduces hand fatigue during extended pruning sessions.
• Up to 20mm cutting capacity: Covers a wide range of everyday pruning tasks in the field and garden.
• Versatile field and garden use: Well suited for a variety of pruning applications across professional field work, orchards, and demanding garden settings where corrosion resistance matters.
• Felco Swiss engineering: Built to Felco's precision manufacturing standards, the 150's forged aluminum handles and chromed blade deliver consistent, reliable performance season after season.

Who Should Use This

Cultivators, growers, and gardeners who need a reliable, lightweight one-hand pruner for regular field and garden pruning are the direct fit for the Gelbhorn 150, particularly those who value the forged handle's balance of durability and comfort.

About Felco

Since 1945, Felco has built its pruning tools in Les Geneveys-sur-Coffrane, Switzerland, distributed across the US market by Pygar Inc., which operates as Felco North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Gelbhorn 150 compare to the Gelbhorn 140?

The 150 steps up to forged aluminum handles and a fully chromed blade with a larger 20mm cutting capacity, making it the better fit for sustained professional and heavy-duty use. The 140 remains the lighter-weight option when maximum capacity is not the priority.

How thick of a branch can the Gelbhorn 150 cut?

The Felco ALPEN Gelbhorn 150 has a cutting capacity of up to 20mm / 0.79in in diameter, making it suitable for most standard pruning and trimming tasks in the field and garden. Branches beyond this size call for a two-handed lopper or saw.

Are spare parts available for this shear?

Yes. Felco spare parts support replacement of the Gelbhorn 150's chromed blade and forged aluminum handle components, allowing the tool to be serviced rather than discarded when it eventually needs attention.

Is this shear suitable for professional use?

Yes. The a fully chromed blade and forged aluminum handles are designed for both professional and home-use pruning tasks, offering durability and precision across a variety of cutting applications.