Corona BP 3224 Comfort Gel Small/Medium Hand Pruner, 1/2" Diameter ComfortGEL soft, ergonomically shaped grips for maximum comfort, fit and control The handles have a full steel core versus other tools which have a steel blade connected to the top of a handle High carbon steel coated, non-stick blades with a 1/2-inch cutting capacity for enhanced cutting performance A task made easier, thanks to the built-in Thorn Stripper