Garden Snapper Pruner The Garden Snapper is a lightweight, long-reach garden tool designed for pruning, deadheading and collecting fruit. Its extended reach makes it easier to work around borders, shrubs and other awkward areas without needing to stretch, bend or step into planted areas. Weighing just over 500g, the Snapper combines a strong zinc alloy steel handle with an aluminium shaft for comfortable everyday use. High carbon steel blades provide effective cutting performance, while twin gripper bars hold cut stems securely so they can be removed and collected more easily. Suitable for both right and left handed gardeners, the long-reach design can also be especially useful for wheelchair users and gardeners with reduced mobility who may find standard hand pruners less practical. Key Features 1000mm reach for accessing awkward or hard-to-reach areas Ideal for pruning, deadheading and collecting fruit Strong yet lightweight construction at just over 500g Zinc alloy steel handle with aluminium shaft High carbon steel cutting blades Twin gripper bars hold cut stems after pruning Suitable for right or left handed use Useful for wheelchair users and gardeners with reduced mobility What Is the Darlac Snapper Used For? The Darlac Snapper is designed for everyday garden jobs where extra reach is helpful. It can be used to remove spent flowers, trim light growth and collect fruit without having to reach deeply into borders or stand directly next to the plant. The built-in gripper bars help retain stems after they have been cut, making it easier to lift clippings away from thorny plants or densely planted areas. Who Is It Best Suited To? This pruner is a practical choice for gardeners who want greater reach without using a heavier cutting tool. Its lightweight design and ambidextrous operation make it suitable for a wide range of users, including those who may have difficulty bending, stretching or using conventional hand pruners. Why Choose a Long-Reach Pruner? Compared with standard hand pruners, a long-reach tool can make it easier to work deeper into flower beds, around shrubs or in areas where access is restricted. The Darlac Snapper is particularly suited to lighter pruning and deadheading tasks where reach and ease of handling are more important than heavy-duty cutting capacity. Care and Maintenance For best performance, clean the blades after use and remove any plant residue before storing the pruner. Regular oiling and occasional sharpening will help keep the cutting mechanism operating smoothly. Store the tool in a dry place when not in use. Please Note: Snapper will be safety locked when they arrive. To activate the snapper please close the handle and release the locking mechanism. Cut capacity - 12mm.