The Carter 8" Bypass Secateur is a precision-crafted hand tool designed for gardeners and professionals seeking clean, accurate cuts on live plants. Featuring a high-quality, heat-treated steel blade with a Teflon® coating, this secateur ensures smooth operation and resists sap buildup, reducing friction and preventing rust. ​
Its bypass cutting action mimics the natural movement of scissors, making it ideal for pruning live branches, shaping shrubs, and trimming stems without causing undue damage to plants.

The lightweight aluminium handle offers durability without compromising comfort, allowing for extended use with minimal hand fatigue. Weighing just 0.3kg, it's easy to maneuver, making it suitable for intricate pruning tasks. ​

Manufactured by Richard Carter Ltd, a company with a heritage dating back to 1740, this secateur undergoes rigorous testing to exceed industry standards. Each tool is tested in real-world conditions to ensure it meets the demands of professional users.​

Key Features:
8" (203mm) heat-treated, Teflon®-coated steel blade
Lightweight aluminium handle for comfortable grip
Bypass action for clean cuts on live wood
Ideal for pruning, shaping, and trimming tasks
Tested to exceed industry standards​
Applications: Perfect for gardeners, landscapers, and horticultural professionals engaged in lawn and grounds maintenance, weed control, and selective pruning tasks.

Blade Material | Heat-treated steel with Teflon® coating

Handle Material | Lightweight aluminium

Blade Length | 8 inches (203mm)

Weight | 0.3kg

Cutting Capacity | Up to 15mm diameter

Cutting Action | Bypass – ideal for live wood

Applications | Pruning, shaping, trimming live stems and shrubs

Use Period | Suitable for year-round gardening tasks