Novice and fanatic fiskars products, it proves disappointing, really too light construction, the blade does not continue in the handles, it will not even up orange notch blocking. On first use bush or branch out a little thick I fear it gives, we feel a flexibility between the two handles. Clearly for the same work for the same price and take the poultry shears !!! Thick blades rigid handle, as this blockage and spring. In summary it's a tool for bonsai and even toddlers.