ARS Pro Secateurs

ARS Pro Secateurs VS-8XZ are Japanese professional secateurs from ARS, the world's leading manufacturer of pruning tools. Best in test for intensive use, with an ergonomic handle for optimal grip and comfort.[1]

These secateurs are perfect for arborists and professionals who cut a lot and demand top quality. With a smart quick-lock, whetstone-sharpenable and replaceable blades, plus a new, improved ergonomic handle (ERGO) and centre screw with retainer, the VS-8XZ delivers outstanding performance in standard size (200 mm).[1]

Without doubt the world's best secateurs when it comes to design, comfort, cutting ability and durability. Suitable for left-handed users too![1]

Why ARS Pro Secateurs are the best on the market

ARS secateurs stand out through high-quality materials and detailed construction:

• Cutting blade in forged steel with hard-chrome coating for an extremely sharp edge that stays sharp for a long time and is easy to hone.
• Large urethane cushion pads in the spring for comfortable cutting without fatigue.
• Smart quick-lock for safe and fast handling.
• Whetstone-sharpenable and replaceable blades for a long service life.
• New ergonomic handle with improved centre screw and retainer for increased stability and ease of use.
• Enormous attention to detail throughout the construction.[1]

Features

• Professional secateurs for daily, heavy use.
• Ergonomic design that minimises effort and gives cleaner cuts.
• Maximum cutting thickness: 22 mm – handles thicker branches efficiently.
• Comfortable for both right- and left-handed users.
• Test winner in several tests, with the updated model VS-8XZ.[1]

Technical specifications

• Length: 200 mm
• Weight: 220 g
• Max cutting thickness: 22 mm
• Blade type: Whetstone-sharpenable and replaceable blades in hard-chromed forged steel
• Handle: Ergonomic urethane with cushion pads
• Lock: Smart quick-lock
• Model: VS-8XZ (new, with improved handle and centre screw)[1]

"I'm completely satisfied with my ARS VS-8XZ. It sits well in the hand and requires less effort, while it cuts thicker branches and gives cleaner cuts. It's dead easy to open and close and needs no blade changes or adjustments. On top of that, I avoid the annoying self-closing catch that my old secateurs had."
- Georg Grundsten, castle head gardener at Krapperup Slott[1]