FELCO 3.91 10 Grafting and Pruning Knife - All-Purpose Budding Knife with Bark Lifter

FELCO 3.91 10 Grafting and Pruning Knife - All-Purpose Budding Knife with Bark Lifter

The FELCO 3.91 10 is a premium, all-purpose budding knife designed for professional nurserymen and demanding gardeners. This versatile folding tool features a high-carbon stainless steel blade and a fixed brass bark lifter at the end of the handle. This configuration allows for a seamless transition between making precision incisions and lifting the bark to insert buds, making it one of the most efficient tools for high-volume propagation. Crafted by Victorinox for FELCO, it combines Swiss engineering with horticultural expertise to deliver a knife that provides the surgical accuracy required for a high graft success rate.

Best For Professional nursery workers, vineyard managers, and rose growers who need a robust, all-in-one tool for intensive budding and grafting seasons.

Key Features

• Fixed Brass Bark Lifter: Features a sturdy brass lifter integrated into the handle, allowing you to quickly and gently pry bark open without having to fold or unfold a separate attachment.

• Precision Straight Blade: The 57mm stainless steel blade is beveled on only one side, ensuring perfectly flat cuts that are essential for the intimate contact between graft components.

• Plant-Safe Material: The lifter is made of solid brass to ensure it is soft enough to lift bark without scratching or damaging the sensitive cambium layer of the plant.

• Ergonomic Nylon Handle: The durable red nylon handle is lined with alloy for maximum strength and provides a comfortable, secure grip during long periods of repetitive use.

• Swiss-Made Craftsmanship: Manufactured by Victorinox, guaranteeing a razor-sharp edge and a robust folding mechanism that stands up to the rigors of professional field work.

Specifications

• Brand: FELCO (Made in Switzerland by Victorinox)

• Model: FELCO 3.91 10 (All-Purpose Budding Knife)

• Blade Length: 57mm (2.2 inches)

• Handle Length: 100mm (3.9 inches)

• Weight: 40g (1.4 oz)

• Blade Material: High-quality Stainless Steel

• Bark Lifter: Fixed Brass (Handle-mounted)

• Handle Material: Red Nylon with alloy lining.

Ideal For (Uses)

• T-Budding: The most efficient tool for T-budding fruit trees and roses, where the fixed lifter speeds up the insertion process.

• Vineyard Grafting: Ideal for precision work on grapevines and other fruit-bearing woody plants during the propagation season.

• Nursery Production: Specifically designed for professionals who perform hundreds of buds per day and require a tool that is both fast and precise.

• Horticultural Training: An excellent "standard" tool for students and professionals learning advanced grafting and budding techniques.

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.