FELCO 3.90 10 - Grafting and Pruning Knife - Lightweight Budding Knife

FELCO 3.90 10 Grafting and Pruning Knife - Lightweight Budding Knife

The FELCO 3.90 10 is a specialized, ultra-lightweight folding knife designed for precision budding and grafting tasks. Manufactured by Victorinox for FELCO, this tool is favored for its simplicity and razor-sharp performance. It features a 51mm stainless steel blade that is beveled on only one side, a critical design element that allows for perfectly flat, clean cuts essential for successful plant tissue union. Its slim profile and durable nylon handle make it a discreet yet powerful tool for nursery professionals, florists, and home gardeners who need surgical accuracy without the weight of a larger field knife.

Best For Professional nursery workers, rose growers, and florists who require a dedicated, lightweight tool for budding fruit trees, rose bushes, or delicate floral arrangements.

Key Features

• One-Side Beveled Blade: The 51mm stainless steel blade is sharp on only one side (right-handed), allowing you to make perfectly flat, flush cuts that facilitate better graft "take" and faster plant healing.

• Compact & Lightweight: Weighing only 34 grams, this knife is designed to be carried all day in a pocket or apron without being noticed, yet it is robust enough for repetitive professional use.

• Durable Nylon Handle: The tough red nylon handle features a standard alloy lining, providing a secure, comfortable grip that stands up to moisture, dirt, and sap in the field.

• Victorinox Swiss-Made Quality: Combining FELCO's horticultural expertise with Victorinox’s legendary blade craftsmanship, ensuring a reliable folding mechanism and a long-lasting sharp edge.

• Minimalist Design: This "straight" version is without a bark lifter, making it the most streamlined and compact model in the 3.90 series for users who prefer a dedicated cutting edge.

Specifications

• Brand: FELCO (Made in Switzerland by Victorinox)

• Model: FELCO 3.90 10 (Lightweight Grafting/Budding Knife)

• Blade Length: 51mm (2 inches)

• Handle Length: 100mm (3.9 inches)

• Weight: 34g (1.2 oz)

• Blade Material: Stainless Steel

• Handle Material: Red Nylon with alloy lining.

Ideal For (Uses)

• Budding: Making precision incisions in the bark of fruit trees, vines, or roses to insert a "noble eye" (bud).

• Floristry: Cleanly trimming flower stems to the desired length without crushing the delicate vascular system.

• Propagation: Taking soft-wood cuttings or preparing delicate grafts where a heavy-duty knife would be too cumbersome.

• Precision Pruning: Removing small, unwanted growth or performing detailed work on bonsai and other ornamental specimens.

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: Can take up to 2 weeks to arrive.

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.