I am trying to solve the same problem as the author. For 5 years I had to buy new secateurs. Each time I had different reasons for the breakage, for example, a spring flew out, or the metal was of such poor quality that after each cut I had to sharpen the tips. However, a couple of years ago I bought myself a Haus & Garten Precision PRO titanium bypass scissors. I can confidently recommend these scissors, because they fully justify their quality, for a very low price, only $ 30. Now my garden does not experience any problems and every time pleases me with its beauty.
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Edited by Deirdre265511 - 23 April 2021 at 11:09am