ALPEN Pruning shear Gelbhorn 140

ALPEN, the new brand of pruning tools and accessories born in Switzerland, you know that place that come up with the Swiss army knife that we all wanted when were were boy scouts, because in those days we carved tent pegs and didn't use them for stabbing other humans. 

Switzerland thus has a reputation for producing, robust, durable, ergonomic, reliable and carefully designed quality tools. I'm happy to say that ALPEN have sent me a couple of their tools to trial and blog about. 

I have two grape vines and some plumb tree branches to cut up, and the ALPEN Gelbhorn 140 will be put through its paces, and I will write an honest review. 

ALPEN also produce pruning shears, loppers, hedge shears, saws... There entire range is available online, and now in many outlets in the UK.  

Some more information about the Gelbhorn 140

Maintain plants and trees with ease using the Gelbhorn 140 pruning shears. Don’t let the lightweight in your hands deceive you, the Gelbhorn 140 is a powerful cutting tool that delivers precise and clean cuts of branches up to 18mm / 0.70 in. Thanks to its PTFE coated blade to ensure smooth cuts and steel reinforced lightweight 2 component plastic handles, the Gelbhorn 140 can comfortably handle a variety of pruning jobs in the field and garden.

FEATURES

• Counter blade: Carbon steel with hard chrome plating / Sap groove
• Handles: Yellow PP handles with black TPR injection (Phthalates free)
• Spring: Spiral with black oxide coating
• Shock-absorber

MAINTENANCE

Taking care of your tools, replacing worn parts, and storing them properly is a simple way to work in harmony with your environment.

To get long lasting and optimal use of your tools, be sure to maintain them properly. Do this by sharpening the blade of your pruner as soon as it appears dull, clean it after use, and store it in a dry place. Also regularly oil your blade to keep it cutting smoothly. Spare parts available.

RRP £19.99 but I have seen these selling on Amazon (uk) for between £11 to £12