Hardened high carbon blade with proprietary two-shot coatings provides both performance and durability over the life of the tool. Internal gear mechanism amplifies the users cutting ability for MaxForce through the hardest cuts. Works for both left and right-handed users. Patent pending Internal spring mechanism keeps the spring out of the way during work to guarantee it will never fall out or get lost. Ergonomically designed adjustable hand grips allows users to fit the pruner to their hand size. ComfortGrip increases user comfort during prolonged use.