"The Spear & Jackson large folding pruning saw is intended to cut living ‘green’ branches up to 3 1/2"" (90mm) in diameter. The blade is chrome plated for resistance to rust and folds into the handle for safe storage or transport. The blade also locks in both the open and closed position and the curved shape provides a smooth cutting action at the optimum angle. The handle is finished with a non-slip grip and thumb pad to maximise the users grip and help prevent slippage during use. This item carries a 10 years guarantee. Spear & Jackson’s foundations were laid in 1760, since beginnings centuries of experience and enhancement have resulted in the materials and development expertise that resides within the company today and continuous enhancement is at the heart of the company's ethos. This drive to improve product materials and performance can be seen in many different ways across the company's 3,000 lines. The organisation has come a long way since 1760 and the Spear & Jackson group manufactures and distributes garden tools, metrology equipment, woodworking tools, metal working tools, saw blades and magnetic equipment. With divisions across England, France and Australia, Spear & Jackson is a world-wide brand, distributing products throughout the world."