Felco journal
Professional pruning starts with the right kit. This guide compares the FELCO 171M garden pruning shears with general-purpose models, explains why a screw cutter and a secure tool storage box matter, and shows how to put ratchet straps together safely.
Read MoreA professional tool buyer's emergency guide: Felco 2 pruning shears and Felco F5 pruning shears compared, plus honest notes on the 80944 mechanics tool set, chainsaws prices, and how to replace a torsion spring garage door safely.
By Maren Jorgensen Continue readingA step-by-step checklist for choosing Felco pruning tools, selecting the right 1 1 2 lopper, using the Felco sharpening tool, and maintaining angle grinders in the workshop.
By Maren Jorgensen Continue readingA practical guide to choosing between Felco pruning shears, Felco hedge shears, and an electric chainsaw. Includes electric chainsaw oil tips and the honest answer to “can I cut wood with an angle grinder?”
By Maren Jorgensen Continue readingAfter 11 years managing tool inventory for a vineyard services company, I learned the hard way that cheap pruning shears cost more than quality ones. Here is my honest Felco review, plus the same repairability test I use for a 220 MIG welder, wood welder, and angle grinder.
By Maren Jorgensen Continue readingA veteran tool supplier explains why pruning shears and loppers fail when you need them most—and why the Felco 22 lopper, Felco 21 loppers, and other repairable tools are worth the investment. Includes the 'ratchet pliers' misunderstanding, an unexpected welder's review, and how to check hydraulic pump rotation.
By Maren Jorgensen Continue readingAn emergency tool supply coordinator shares how a rush order for a Felco 834W cordless pruning shears wood kit, Felco bypass loppers, and a screwdriver kit saved a small vineyard's pruning season—and why the torsion spring in a ratchet cutter has more to do with garage doors than you'd think.
By Maren Jorgensen Continue readingAn office administrator answers real purchasing questions: Felco 2 pruning shears official, Felco F-211 branch loppers, 20V Max circular saw DCS391B reviews, jigsaw blades for wood, and which nail drill bit to use for buffing.
By Maren Jorgensen Continue readingPractical answers about Felco garden gloves, the best pruning shears review Felco 2, Cobolt compact bolt cutters 71 21 200, the mechanics tool set CMMT12126, and how to measure the bore of a hydraulic cylinder.
By Maren Jorgensen Continue readingA practical FAQ on the Felco 211-60 bypass lopper, the Felco hydraulic jack question, open ended ratchet spanners, and how to safely use an angle grinder.
By Maren Jorgensen Continue reading