Loppers are a type of cutting tool that is commonly used to prune and trim shrubs, trees, and other plants. They typically consist of long handles with cutting blades at the end that are designed to make clean and precise cuts on branches and stems. Loppers come in a variety of sizes and styles, including bypass loppers, anvil loppers, and ratchet loppers. Bypass loppers are designed to make clean, sharp cuts on green stems and branches, while anvil loppers are better suited for dead or dry wood. Ratchet loppers are designed to make cutting thicker branches easier, using a ratcheting mechanism that allows for greater cutting force with less effort.
