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Fiskars Power Gear X Anvil Lopper LX9 review
- Kay Maguire
Published: Thursday, 24 September 2020 at 8:45 am
Our Rating
4.5
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.
GBP £79.99 RRP
Strong, light loppers that are great for general use.
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In a nutshell
A BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Best Buy winner these simple, geared loppers are easy to use with long, light, comfortable handles and a strong cutting leverage. They come with a 25-year warranty.
What we tested
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Handling
5.0
A star rating of 5.0 out of 5.
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Cutting
5.0
A star rating of 5.0 out of 5.
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Maintenance
4.0
A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
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Value for money
4.0
A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
Overall Rating
4.5
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.
Pros
- Light and comfortable
- Good reach
- Clean powerful cutting
- Curved anvil hooks branches into place
- Long warranty
Cons
- Expensive
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What are the Fiskars Power Gear X Anvil Lopper LX9 like to use?
The blade on these Fiskars loppers is made from stainless steel and has a PTFE coating for added protection, while the metal anvil is curved to help you hook onto a branch and hold it in place while you cut. The cutting width is wide at 55cm and a geared cutting mechanism helps you cut through dense, tough wood with less effort. Long, narrow handles are made from light aluminium with rubber grips and they feel comfortable and easy in the hands. They have a hanging hole in the handles for easy storage.
These powerful loppers cut even thick, dense branches easily and cleanly. The long handles give great reach and leverage and they are not at all chunky or clunky to hold or use. They are versatile and efficient and great for all heavy-duty pruning jobs.
Are the Fiskars Power Gear X Anvil Lopper LX9 good value for money?
These loppers are in the higher price range but they are a well-designed, quality tool and come with a long 25-year warranty. We think they are good value for money
Who are the Fiskars Power Gear X Anvil Lopper LX9 most useful for?
These are an excellent pair of loppers that are useful for anyone who needs to cut thicker branches with ease. They are light enough for every day general pruning but have the strength to cut through tough, dense wood too.
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