Darlac Expert Medium Bypass Secateurs are high performance pruning tools designed for medium to small hands with slim ergonomic handles for comfort. The sliding lock mechanism operates from both sides for ease of use, while the replaceable carbon steel blade ensures long-term performance. Best suited to fine pruning, the bypass system is designed for cutting live or green wood using a curved cutting platform that holds the branch while the blade slices cleanly alongside it. Blade dimension 6cm, Cut capacity 18mm, Height 18.5cm, Width 5.5cm, Depth 2cm, Weight 198g. This range is built from premium materials for professional and amateur gardeners. Maintenance: clean, sharpen and oil. For comprehensive care and maintenance advice, check out the Darlac guide here. By-pass cuts live wood; anvil cuts hard wood; compound action multiplies effort; ratchet system uses progressive cutting stages for reduced effort.