The Weisshorn 280 loppers have been designed to provide powerful pruning at height and to cut large diameter branches up to 40mm/1.58 inches. Thanks to cam assisted mechanism, you get almost 3 times the cutting power vs standard bypass loppers. Combine this cutting power with the lightweight aluminium handles and you have a tool that has been made to meet the needs of demanding professionals and home gardeners looking for an efficient and powerful cutting tool.