ARS - Fruit Pruner – Premium High-Precision Trimming & Harvesting Snips
Precision and comfort are the hallmarks of a successful harvest, and the ARS Fruit Pruner is the industry benchmark for delicate trimming tasks. Engineered in Japan, these pruners feature long, straight-pointed blades designed for high-accuracy work in tight spaces. Whether you are thinning fruit, harvesting delicate herbs, or performing detailed maintenance in a hydroponic or bonsai environment, the ARS Fruit Pruner provides a surgical level of control. Lightweight yet incredibly durable, these snips are built to withstand the rigours of all-day professional use while maintaining an edge that remains razor-sharp through thousands of cuts.
Best For: High-precision harvesting, manicuring flowers, thinning out dense canopies, and detailed maintenance in hydroponic, greenhouse, and bonsai setups.
Key Features
- 70mm High-Carbon Steel Blades: Feature a long, needle-nose profile that allows you to reach deep into the plant structure to make accurate cuts without damaging surrounding foliage or fruit.
- Ergonomic Non-Slip Handles: Designed with a focus on long-term comfort, the handles feature a high-grip coating that ensures total control even when working with wet hands or sticky plant resins.
- Soft-Action Coil Spring: The high-quality internal spring provides a gentle, consistent opening action, significantly reducing hand fatigue and the risk of repetitive strain during intensive, multi-hour harvesting sessions.
- Ultra-Lightweight 110g Design: Despite its all-metal construction, the pruner is exceptionally light, providing a "balanced" feel in the hand that enhances dexterity and speed.
- All-Metal Durability: Built with a focus on longevity, the internal components and frame are manufactured from premium metals to ensure they won't snap or warp under pressure.
- Versatile Professional Utility: An essential tool for a variety of horticultural disciplines, from commercial fruit picking to precision flower trimming and root maintenance.
Specifications
- Brand: ARS (Made in Japan)
- Overall Length: 190mm
- Blade Length: 70mm
- Weight: 110g
- Blade Type: Straight Pointed / Fine Tip
- Material: High-Carbon Steel with Non-Slip Grip
Maintenance & Usage Tips
- Clean Cuts for Healthier Plants: Always ensure your blades are clean before moving between different plants. This prevents the accidental spread of pathogens or viruses throughout your grow room.
- Resin Management: During heavy resin harvests, keep a small container of Resin Clean nearby. A quick wipe-down every 15 minutes will prevent "blade-lock" and ensure every cut remains smooth and effortless.
- Sharpening Technique: To maintain the ARS factory edge, use a fine-grit whetstone or a specialised pruner sharpener. Focus on the bevelled edge and avoid over-grinding the tips to maintain their precision pointing.
- Storage: After your session, wipe the blades with a light coat of horticultural oil to protect the high-carbon steel from oxidation and moisture, especially in high-humidity greenhouse environments.
Ideal For (Uses)
- Hydroponics: Precision removal of dead or decaying root matter and fan leaves within dense nutrient-film technique (NFT) systems.
- Flower Manicuring: The long blades are perfect for "reaching in" to remove sugar leaves during the final stages of harvest.
- Bonsai & Topiary: Delivering the surgical precision required for fine-scale aesthetic shaping and growth management.
Oversized Item Delivery Options
Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.
Available options include:
✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)
Important Notes:
- Shipping costs vary by location and method
- Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.
- Bulky and oversized items cannot be delivered to a PO Box - please provide a physical street address for delivery.
Business Delivery:
- Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
- If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
- If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
- Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
- Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment
Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!
Important Note on Availability & Shipping
Our warehouse serves as our office and logistics centre rather than a retail showroom. Because we ship from multiple locations and manage high-turnover stock, not all items are available for immediate pickup.
Lead Times:
- In-Stock Items: Usually ready for dispatch the same day.
- Supplier-Dependent Items: Usually take 2–8 weeks to arrive, depending on supplier availability. Products from Adloheat may take 8–12 weeks to manufacture—they are made to order in Australia by a small business, and longer lead times reflect the care put into quality.
While we strive for fast delivery, some timelines are subject to supplier availability and are beyond our control. We appreciate your patience as we source the best quality gear for your project.
Biosecurity & Interstate Shipping Restrictions
Due to strict state biosecurity regulations, we are unable to ship some products to certain states and territories:
- Potting Mixes cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA), the Northern Territory (NT), or Tasmania (TAS).
- Seeds cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA).
Orders placed for these items to restricted states will be cancelled and refunded. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the items being ordered can lawfully be delivered to their state or territory.
We Offer the Best Prices
We are committed to offering our customers the best prices possible. If you find the exact same product advertised at a lower price elsewhere, we invite you to contact us and we will review your price match request.
Price Match Conditions:
- The competitor must be an Australian-based seller with a physical presence in Australia
- The product must be the exact same item with a matching SKU or model number
- The product must be in stock and available for purchase at the competitor
- The lower price must be publicly advertised and currently available (not a clearance, closeout, or discontinued item)
- Price matching excludes marketplace platforms including but not limited to Temu and Aliexpress
- Price matching requests must be made before purchase
How to Request a Price Match:
To request a price match, please contact us at sales@greenhousepolytunnels.com.au with a link to the competitor's product listing, or call us on 0418 438 774. Please include the product details and the advertised lower price. We will review your request and respond within 2 business days.
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