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  Paul McNulty May 18, 2014 at 3:41pm

  You'll notice a difference, the cheap ones aren't nearly as nice to use. I think you need to go and try them for size, I swear by the twos as they are the perfect size for my hands.

  Keep them really sharp: much better cut of course, but also less strain if you're doing a lot of pruning.
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  Rich AGS May 18, 2014 at 3:51pm

  Felco number two normally covers most pruning jobs
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  Matthew Lowe May 18, 2014 at 3:57pm

  I originally bought a pair of felco 7s with the twisting handle as this is supposed to reduce strain on your hand, however I found them to be more of a nuisance than a help, I now have 2 pairs of the felco 2s which are great, and keep the 7s as a back up pair.

  Keep them sharp and look after them and they will last forever. Worth buying the pouch too, especially if you are prone to loosing them, and as they are sharp they can cut a hole in your back pocket and drop out.

  Hope this helps, Matt
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  Kieran Ray May 18, 2014 at 5:44pm

  I used to have no. 11 until I lost them. There the number 2 but have been streamlined. I reckon there a bit better for gettin closer to a union. Bit more expensive than no 2 though.
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  Ian Street May 18, 2014 at 6:19pm

  Look at 7's or 8's, (or is it 8's and 9's?), other than the way they are handed, (one for left handers, one for right), they are exactly the same. Comfortable, great to cut with, and with a well weathered 'cone', easily accessible.
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  Stuart @ Eco Garden Maintenance May 19, 2014 at 5:38pm

  Thanks for all your replies. I will go with the most popular answer which is the no.2. Safe bet i should think. Probably will buy the holster as i would hate to lose them.
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  Gary RK May 19, 2014 at 5:42pm

  Stu, Do.

  One of my guys cut himself on the thigh when his pair had sprung open in his pocket and as he bent down the blade cut his thigh. If you think about the male anatomy ..it was a close shave (no pun intended).

  Ps. It's all No. 2's for us
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  Paul McNulty May 19, 2014 at 10:53pm

  Blimey, I've carried mine in my pockets for 30 years!

  I've never suffered a severe wedding-tackle injury, but have to admit I could probably retire on the amount of pound coins I've lost through holes in my pockets caused by secs. Must make an effort to use the holster that's been in the van for about 10 years now....
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  Stuart @ Eco Garden Maintenance May 20, 2014 at 7:53pm

  Thanks everyone. Anybody bought from worldofffelco ? they are having a sale.
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  Sarah Russell May 20, 2014 at 7:57pm

  If you live near a Hilliers garden centre, they currently have a promotion on Felco No. 2 secateurs at £44.95 - with a trade discount of 20%, that makes it a really good deal!