Is Felco a Swiss company?

About us. FELCO, world-leading manufacturer of shears and cable cutters for professionals is based in Switzerland, in the heart of Watch Valley. This family business designs and manufactures its products since 1945 for the sake of accuracy and durability.

Where are Felco products made?

Switzerland
Felco garden products, made in Switzerland, are known the world around as the finest quality pruning tools available. For over 75 years, Felco has been making tools for comfort, quality, ease-of-use and durability.

Is Felco a good brand?

Compared with cheaper pruners, Felco tools not only work better but also last longer—you can adjust and repair them, you can replace parts, and you’ll find that they’re just plain tougher and more durable than the competition.

Are Felco secateurs worth it?

Are Felco 8 Bypass secateurs good value for money? Felco are very definitely at the higher end of the price scale and were the second most expensive pair we tested. However, they are crafted from high-quality materials and the precision cut steel blades are robust and long lasting.

How can you tell fake Felco?

A genuine Felco product will have plastic packaging which is made to fit the cardboard insert, allowing it to be easily hung in a store. Imagery is sharp and bright. Fake products have the retail hanging section cut out of the plastic but not the same cut out in the internal cardboard.

What is the best brand of pruning shears?

Felco pruners are frequently the top pick of horticulturists, thanks to their durability and variety of designs. More expensive than other brands, all parts of the Felco F-2 pruners are replaceable and backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

How long do Felco pruners last?

a lifetime
Purchasing a Felco hand pruner will last you a lifetime. These hand pruners are that Good! One of My Old Felco #2 pruners, replaced springs, handles, blades and more.

What is the difference between Felco 2 and 4?

The Felco #4 is often called the “basic pruner” and is basically a stripped down Felco #2 without the locking mechanism or shock absorbers. The pruners retail for about $47.99; the small cost savings of $6 is clearly not worth the difference in features.

How long do Felco secateurs last?

A hand pruner is a necessary tool in the garden. My pruner of choice for almost 40 years has been the Felco #2 pruner! I have a pair that has been by my side for over 35 years. Purchasing a Felco hand pruner will last you a lifetime.