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ARS HP-VS8R Rotating Handle Hand Pruner, 8-Inch

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Color Red, Black
Item Weight 10.4 ounces
Style Classic
Blade Material Alloy Steel

About this item

  • Fantastic ergonomic operation to protect against carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Squeeze to open handles
  • Top quality blades for the longest lasting sharpness
  • Perfectly balanced
  • 8" handles for normal hands (recommended for most users)

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5.0 5.0
Easy to use
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Comfort
4.7 4.7
Value for money
4.4 4.4

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Finally a rotating handle hand pruner that feels right. ARS has not only nailed the ergonomics with the HP-VS8R, but supplied top quality features for professional use. The pruner has a squeeze to open handles, which enable true single hand operation. The blade is made from top quality steel, is hard chrome plated for the best protection against rust and sap and stays sharp a very long time. The spring is a full wire coil for superior durability and anchored so it won't pop out.

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blade material
Alloy Steel
Alloy Steel
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blade type
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handle material
Alloy Steel
Alloy Steel
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style
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weight
0.65 pounds
0.68 pounds
0.2 pounds
0.65 pounds
0.09 kilograms

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
316 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, sharpness and ease of use of the garden shear scissors. For example, they mention it's the best pruners they have ever used, it provides razor-like clean cuts and it'll stay really sharp. Some appreciate the comfort. That said, opinions are mixed on the handle, value, locking mechanism, and smoothness.

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41 customers mention38 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the garden shear scissors. They mention it's the best pruners they have ever used, it'll endure rigorous usage without any signs of damage, and it'd be a great tool to use.

"...Overall, a great, strong, and easy to use tool. Made in Japan, which I'm guessing adds to the price tag. Is it worth the premium?..." Read more

"So wonderful! Sharp, easy to open, easy to close. I love these! My hand never tires, no matter how long I use them...." Read more

"...This high-quality tool has the potential to endure rigorous usage without any signs of damage or deterioration, promising a significant return on..." Read more

"...these prunners are holding up pretty well so far. im still able to sharpen the blade well enough. i use dmt coarse double sided sharpener...." Read more

39 customers mention33 positive6 negative

Customers like the sharpness of the garden shear scissors. They say that it is razor sharp, and can cut through just about anything like butter. Customers also mention that the rotating handle helps them cut and prune.

"...Very clean cuts, and most of the time effortlessly.Overall, a great, strong, and easy to use tool...." Read more

"So wonderful! Sharp, easy to open, easy to close. I love these! My hand never tires, no matter how long I use them...." Read more

"...when i took my glove off they felt much better while pruning the blade seems sharp. i didnt even sharpen it the whole day...." Read more

"...Initial Performance: Very sharp with smooth action as promised. The lock is a slick one handed operation...." Read more

24 customers mention22 positive2 negative

Customers find the garden shear scissors easy to use. They mention that the rotating handle feels great and helps them cut and prune. Customers also say that the ergonomic grip is nice and the shears sit easily in their hand.

"...like this one... But looks/quality aside, I think the Ars is easier on the hands to use, and its rotating handle and locking mechanism are..." Read more

"...Ease of use is another standout feature of this pruner. Its ergonomically friendly design ensures a comfortable grip, allowing for extended periods..." Read more

"...The rotating handle made it so much easier to use." Read more

"Great shears! Sharp, easy to handle and well built...." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers find the handle of the garden shear scissors awesome, it reduces the strain on their hands while making cuts. They say the rotating grip is very helpful on their hand, and it's the best ever for arthritic hands. Overall, customers are satisfied with the comfort and functionality of the product.

"...It's also very comfortable to use.The black handle rotates, very helpful on my hands when I needed to squeeze tightly to be able to cut some of the..." Read more

"...This allows you to exert more force when pruning, but it also means you really need to hold the shears with the black handle downward...." Read more

"...handles allow your grip to become comfortable and reduces the stress on your hand when pruning...." Read more

"...it is well balanced and the rotating grip means hand fatigue is reduced considerably. A great product which arrived promptly." Read more

20 customers mention13 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the handle of the garden shear scissors. Some mention that it's great, easy to use, and makes repetitive pruning much easier. However, others say that it moves around and it'd be hard to get leverage sometimes.

"...It's also very comfortable to use.The black handle rotates, very helpful on my hands when I needed to squeeze tightly to be able to cut some of the..." Read more

"...She has informed me that rotating handles prevent any hotspots of blisters from forming...." Read more

"...Since you're squeezing, the sliding motion creates lots of friction. With the rotating grip on the bottom handle, that friction is alleviated...." Read more

"...Very durable product, and the swivel style handle works great!" Read more

13 customers mention9 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the garden shear scissors. Some mention it's worth every penny, while others say it'd be better off with a different product.

"...Made in Japan, which I'm guessing adds to the price tag. Is it worth the premium?..." Read more

"...upkeep, this pruner can serve you indefinitely, making it a purchase worth every penny...." Read more

"...Furthermore, it is quite expensive compared to others of presumed similar quality." Read more

"This pruner is worth the money. The rotating handles allow your grip to become comfortable and reduces the stress on your hand when pruning...." Read more

11 customers mention5 positive6 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the locking mechanism of the garden shear scissors. Some mention that it's implemented better, has a slick one-handed operation, and has a great blade lock and release. However, others say that it constantly locks the pruner during use and requires one to unlock it.

"...on the hands to use, and its rotating handle and locking mechanism are implemented better...." Read more

"...Unlocking is also a mystery at first, but turns out it's simple; squeeze the handles together tightly, and the lock will disengage...." Read more

"...The lock is a slick one handed operation...." Read more

"...Blade lock failed to work after 3 days light use.I suspect that my particular pruning shears was defective...." Read more

7 customers mention4 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the smoothness of the garden shear scissors. Some mention that it has a very smooth operation, while others find its movement uncomfortable and odd at first.

"...Initial Performance: Very sharp with smooth action as promised. The lock is a slick one handed operation...." Read more

"...In fact, it is always moving a little and requires even more management than regular clips...." Read more

"...Very smooth operation, very sharp. I love the rotating handle, the squeeze the handles to open, and the one hand locking button." Read more

"...seen any advantage in the rotating handle and in fact find its movement uncomfortable...." Read more

Quite Possibly the Bee's Knees of Hand Pruners
5 Stars
Quite Possibly the Bee's Knees of Hand Pruners
This was more of a purchase made from curiosity than need. Most of us have only used basic pruners, that while get the job done, tend to hurt our hands when we need to squeeze hard on their handles. So, after researching between three of the best hand shears money can buy (Felco, Bahco, and Ars), I chose this Ars tool. You can get the Japan-retail version from sellers in Japan, but Ars has licensed a US distributor to sell their products online (Wood Avenue) as well.The Ars tool came pre-lubricated and ready for immediate use. The first time using it, I spent about 30 minutes trimming down some shrubs in my front yard. I found it a joy to use aside from one minor issue of the blades getting stuck together periodically as I was working (this only happened when cutting some of the thicker branches). While worrisome at first, hindsight now 20/20, the tool was actually not broken in yet, and this was a relatively thorough pruning session with some thick branches.It's very easy to use. You can lock it into place by pressing a little notch upward. You can conveniently unlock it again by just squeezing the handles as if you were cutting.It's also very comfortable to use.The black handle rotates, very helpful on my hands when I needed to squeeze tightly to be able to cut some of the thicker branches. There is a spring that compresses as you squeeze the handles when you prune. And I really liked how the tool felt in my hands, the handles are very smooth feeling.The blades will cut through just about any reasonably sized (finger width) branch you throw at it. Very clean cuts, and most of the time effortlessly.Overall, a great, strong, and easy to use tool. Made in Japan, which I'm guessing adds to the price tag. Is it worth the premium? If you appreciate a quality tool and plan to keep it for a lifetime, I truly think it will be a great investment.2015 Update ARS HP-VS8R VS Bahco PXR-M2________________________________________I recently purchased the Bahco PXR-M2 as a gift for my mother, who loves gardening in her spare time. This is basically Bahco's version of this ARS VS8R tool, rotating handle and medium size. The Bahco's build quality is right up there with the Ars unit. The Bahco does have a more preferably matte finish on the handles, and the Bahco does "look" like the higher quality/better tool to me in person. The Bahco is made in France and is also a pricey tool like this one... But looks/quality aside, I think the Ars is easier on the hands to use, and its rotating handle and locking mechanism are implemented better. Overall, the Ars tool is the slightly better tool in my opinion,2016 Update___________I had initially rated this tool 4 stars mainly due to cost, but now after two years and no trouble, I feel this has now proven to be a 5 star pruner.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Quite Possibly the Bee's Knees of Hand Pruners
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2013
This was more of a purchase made from curiosity than need. Most of us have only used basic pruners, that while get the job done, tend to hurt our hands when we need to squeeze hard on their handles. So, after researching between three of the best hand shears money can buy (Felco, Bahco, and Ars), I chose this Ars tool. You can get the Japan-retail version from sellers in Japan, but Ars has licensed a US distributor to sell their products online (Wood Avenue) as well.

The Ars tool came pre-lubricated and ready for immediate use. The first time using it, I spent about 30 minutes trimming down some shrubs in my front yard. I found it a joy to use aside from one minor issue of the blades getting stuck together periodically as I was working (this only happened when cutting some of the thicker branches). While worrisome at first, hindsight now 20/20, the tool was actually not broken in yet, and this was a relatively thorough pruning session with some thick branches.

It's very easy to use. You can lock it into place by pressing a little notch upward. You can conveniently unlock it again by just squeezing the handles as if you were cutting.

It's also very comfortable to use.The black handle rotates, very helpful on my hands when I needed to squeeze tightly to be able to cut some of the thicker branches. There is a spring that compresses as you squeeze the handles when you prune. And I really liked how the tool felt in my hands, the handles are very smooth feeling.

The blades will cut through just about any reasonably sized (finger width) branch you throw at it. Very clean cuts, and most of the time effortlessly.

Overall, a great, strong, and easy to use tool. Made in Japan, which I'm guessing adds to the price tag. Is it worth the premium? If you appreciate a quality tool and plan to keep it for a lifetime, I truly think it will be a great investment.

2015 Update ARS HP-VS8R VS Bahco PXR-M2
________________________________________

I recently purchased the Bahco PXR-M2 as a gift for my mother, who loves gardening in her spare time. This is basically Bahco's version of this ARS VS8R tool, rotating handle and medium size. The Bahco's build quality is right up there with the Ars unit. The Bahco does have a more preferably matte finish on the handles, and the Bahco does "look" like the higher quality/better tool to me in person. The Bahco is made in France and is also a pricey tool like this one... But looks/quality aside, I think the Ars is easier on the hands to use, and its rotating handle and locking mechanism are implemented better. Overall, the Ars tool is the slightly better tool in my opinion,

2016 Update
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I had initially rated this tool 4 stars mainly due to cost, but now after two years and no trouble, I feel this has now proven to be a 5 star pruner.
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Efim
5.0 out of 5 stars Good tool
Reviewed in Canada on August 17, 2020
Nitch Caimen
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality sharp tool
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 5, 2020
Amazon カスタマー
5.0 out of 5 stars 手が楽
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gary hutchins
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
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David Le Breizh
5.0 out of 5 stars Un très bon sécateur Japonais
Reviewed in France on June 21, 2015
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