An Anvil Lopper for tough tasks. With a double compound action, one swipe will cut through with minimal effort on most wood. Lightweight aluminium oval profile handles for maximum strength and minimum weight. Rubber grips for comfort. Cut capacity: 35mm, Measurement: Height 51cm, Width 20.5cm, Depth 2cm, Weight: 714g. Maintenance: Clean, sharpen, oil.Bypass: designed for cutting of live/green wood. A curved cutting platform holds the branch. The action of the blade is a slicing motion in that it goes down to the side of the cutting platform. Anvil: designed for old/hard wood. A flat cutting platform at right angles supports the branch. The action of the blade is a chopping motion in that it comes down on to and meets the cutting platform. Compound Action: The tool mechanism multiplies effort through a gearing or pivot system. Good for mobility issues. Ratchet: Consists of a bar with a set of angled teeth in which a tooth engages, allowing blade motion in one direction only with a series of movements used rather than a single cut. Good for mobility issues.