FELCO 171L - Bypass Pruning Shears - Chrome-Plated Carbon Steel - Premium Large Right-Handed Secateurs

FELCO 171L - Bypass Pruning Shears - 25 mm Capacity - Chrome-Plated Carbon Steel Large Secateurs

Clean cuts on live wood depend on blade geometry, alignment, and handle comfort working together under repetitive load. The FELCO 171L is a Swiss-made bypass secateur built for right-handed users with large hands, combining chrome-plated hardened carbon steel with an intuitive thumb catch and soft TPR over moulding for controlled, fatigue-free pruning up to 25 mm.

The refined bypass profile slides through green growth with minimal effort, while the sap groove and wire notch address the two most common field frustrations: resin build-up and accidental edge damage from tying wire. A durable blade adjustment system keeps alignment tight season after season, with a full maintenance kit available for blade, spring, bolt, nut, and shock absorber replacement.

Best For: Right-handed gardeners with large hand sizes who need a lightweight, high-comfort bypass pruner for clean maintenance cuts on young branches, shrubs, and green wood up to 25 mm diameter.

Key Features:

• Chrome-Plated Hardened Carbon Steel: Blade and counter blade resist corrosion, reduce friction, and hold a long-lasting edge in damp field conditions.
• Advanced Blade Geometry: Refined bypass profile enhances cutting efficiency through green growth with minimal physical exertion.
• Innovative Thumb-Catch Design: Redesigned opening catch exclusive to the FELCO 171 range enables effortless one-handed locking and unlocking.
• High-Comfort TPR Overmoulding Handle: Lightweight red PU frame with black TPR overmoulding delivers non-slip grip and shock absorption.
• Integrated Sap Groove & Wire Notch: Sap groove prevents blade sticking on resinous wood; wire notch snips small tying wires without dulling the primary edge.
• Precision Cutting Adjustment: Durable alignment system maintains perfect blade geometry, supported by a full spare parts maintenance kit.
• Swiss Made Quality: Manufactured in Switzerland to exact tolerances for structural integrity and professional reliability.

Product Technical Specifications Matrix:

Primary Cultivation Applications

• Live Wood Pruning: Clean bypass cuts on young branches, green wood, and seasonal vines up to 25 mm thick.
• Ornamental & Fruit Maintenance: Prolonged deadheading, shaping, and thinning across roses, fruit trees, and ornamental beds.
• Wire & Tying Tasks: Integrated notch snaps thin floristry or training wires without compromising the main cutting edge.

Pro Tip & Maintenance: Wipe blades clean after sappy cuts and apply a light oil film before storage. Use the wire notch only for thin tying wire, never as a substitute for proper wire cutters on heavy gauge material. Adjust blade tension when cuts begin to crush rather than slice cleanly.

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.

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.