Corona BP 3214D ComfortGEL Bypass Hand Pruner, 3/4-inch cut ComfortGEL's soft, ergonomically shaped grips for maximum comfort, fit and control plus a high carbon steel coated non-stick blade for enhanced cutting performance An integrated ShockGUARD bumper system reduces hand fatigue by absorbing vibration and cushioning each cut The steel core handles, chassis and hook are a one-piece, full-steel design versus other tools which have a steel blade connected to the top of a handle A built-in slide lock can be operated with one hand and accommodates right and left-handed users For maximum cutting power, open the pruner fully and place the branch all the way into the blade and hook opening