Spear & Jackson 6758GS Razorsharp Geared Anvil Secateurs
Spear & Jackson 6758GS Razorsharp Geared Anvil Secateurs
| Dimensions: | 21.52 x 9.01 x 2 cm; 240.49 Grams |
| Model: | 6758GS |
| Part: | 567800 |
| Manufacture: | Neill Tools T/A Spear Jackson |
| Dimensions: | 21.52 x 9.01 x 2 cm; 240.49 Grams |
Does the job
Brought this as a replacement for my old one which gave up the ghost after many years of good service. Hope these last as long, if so they will again represent good value for money.
These are a great pair of secateurs that seem really well built. The ratchet system works well and makes it possible to cut slightly bigger branches relatively easily. All in all these are a great pair of secateurs at a good price.
well made and designed well
I had a perfectly fine secateurs but the arthritis in my hand was making use harder. I have been a life long user of S&J products and have s/steel fork and spade which I’ve used for 60 years. Whenever I’ve had reason to contact them, which is rarely I’ve been able to get spares.
I purchased these sheers because they were geared and would apply greater pressure, so I could cut thicker branches using smaller cutters that could be used one handed, I have to hold on with one hand because I soon get dizzy a I am old. I also find the anvil sheers avoid the problem of the blades splaying apart when great pressure is applied, note! that the grove in the anvil has to be kept clean.
Loving these, have tried others but not happy. Cut rosemary bushes last week with these, never thought they’d cut through the bottom of the bushes, but no problem at all. Very easy to use and will cut through some tough stuff.
Can just sit back and let the grass get out of hand may not be fit and ble as once was but not. Ready for the box yet. Got to keep ative
I bought these to replace an old pair of secateurs and I was not disappointed! They are extremely sharp and cut through some pretty thick stems old roses that were being removed from the garden and also big roots! Easy to hold and great because the blades automatically spring open again for easy cutting and handling. Definitely recommend!
I have small hands (small female hands with short fingers) and moderately weak wrists, so I sometimes struggle using secateurs on dense woody stems, but I genuinely found it easier with these. I also found the scissor-like handle made it easier for me to fully open up the secateurs without me dropping them, which is another problem I have because of my small hands. They are quite light in weight but they feel sturdy. I have only used them a couple of times so far, but so far so good.
Really comfortable secateurs
The design of these secateurs is great in terms of comfortable grip, really easy to cut and sharpness. It is very easy to cut through thick twigs and stalks with minimal effort. I am extremely happy with all those aspects.
The one area that fails to impress is the locking mechanism ie keeping them in the closed position. I like to lock my secateurs closed when, for example, I put them down on the grass or when they are in the shed. The locking mechanism is marginal at best and I would say that in around 40% of the time they don’t stay closed.
If this is not a major concern to you then I thoroughly recommend.
great gardening tool, just one faul
A gardener friend told me my tall dragon plant, which was leaning heavily to one side, was dying and taking all the energy from the small offshoot at the base. I purchased a secateur, following Amazon’s recommendation, and was amazed how easy it was to use, old part of the plant cut into several pieces in a matter of seconds. Just one snag, I switched the red plastic safety catch only to find the tool opened up soon after. In an item so well made the catch should be fitted with a snapping or clicking device, not just needing a push and sliding it down. Hence four stars (offshoot doing fine).
Grip could be bette
I have used this consistently over the last few days and whilst it does cut well it has a few issues with the handling. The metal ring surround on one side of the grip for your fingers is not a good idea. When cutting occasionally there is some reverberation when cutting branches and this ring raps the back of your fingers which can be rather painful. It’s also not very comfortable to hold. If the ringside had a soft grip like the other side and they did away with the ring surround this would be better.
Occasionally after some use the anvil part of the shears clogs up which prevents proper closure and locking of the shears after use. So be careful that it is clear and fully locked before putting it down as it can spring open unexpectedly.
For a Spear & Jackson tool, I would have expected a better design. Though it cuts well the ergonomics are poor.