Extended length cuts more material with each motion; aluminum handles are lighter weight but strong!
Extended 10-.5-inch long blades cut more material with one motion. Elliptical aluminum handles reduce weight while maintaining strength. Grip ends are angled downward for a better hand position when extending out or up. The limb notch on lower blade helps cut oversized material without slipping. Overall length of 26.5 inches; weight of 3.2 lbs.