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Confirmed format: Ergonomic wishbone hand shears • 230mm (9") blades • 290mm (11½") handles
Product Highlights: Ergonomic wishbone design reduces arm movement • 230mm chrome-plated C50 carbon steel blades • Notched blade for cutting thicker stems • Shock-absorbing bumpers • Adjustable blade tension • Comfortable soft-grip handles • Designed for precise hedge, shrub and bush trimming
The Spear & Jackson Razorsharp Advance Wishbone Hand Shears 4888HS are ergonomically designed garden shears made for easier, more comfortable trimming of hedges, shrubs and bushes.
Their distinctive wishbone-shaped handles are designed to reduce the amount of arm movement required while cutting, helping make repetitive trimming more comfortable. The generous 230mm (9") C50 carbon steel blades provide a precise, clean cutting action and are chrome plated for improved rust resistance.
For tougher growth, a notch in the blade provides extra help when cutting thicker stems. Shock-absorbing bumpers, adjustable blade tension and ergonomic soft grips complete a thoughtful design aimed at comfortable, controlled garden maintenance.
Ergonomic wishbone action – designed to reduce the arm movement needed when trimming.
230mm blades – substantial 9-inch cutting edges for efficient hedge and shrub maintenance.
C50 carbon steel – strong, durable blade material for regular garden use.
Chrome-plated finish – improves resistance to rust.
Notched blade – helps tackle thicker stems encountered while trimming.
Shock absorbers – bumpers help cushion the handles during repetitive cutting.
Adjustable tension – allows the blade tension to be adjusted as required.
Soft-grip handles – provide comfortable, secure handling.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Garden hand shears |
| Shear Style | Wishbone |
| Range | Razorsharp Advance |
| Main Use | Trimming shrubs, bushes and hedges |
| Blade Length | 230mm / 9" |
| Blade Material | C50 carbon steel |
| Blade Finish | Chrome plated |
| Blade Feature | Notched for cutting thicker stems |
| Handle Length | 290mm / 11½" |
| Handle Design | Ergonomic wishbone shape |
| Grip | Ergonomic soft grip |
| Shock Absorption | Shock-absorbing bumpers |
| Blade Adjustment | Adjustable tensioning mechanism |
Hold the ergonomic soft-grip handles securely and use smooth, controlled movements to trim hedges, shrubs and bushes.
The wishbone handle arrangement is designed to reduce the arm movement required during cutting, making it particularly useful for repetitive trimming work.
When you encounter a thicker stem, position it within the notched section of the blade before making a controlled cut. Do not force the shears through material beyond their practical cutting ability.
Use the adjustable tensioning mechanism to maintain an appropriate blade action as required.
Remove sap, leaves and plant debris from the blades after use. Wipe them clean and dry before storing the shears in a dry location.
Hedge trimming
Shaping shrubs and bushes
General garden maintenance
Repetitive trimming jobs
Gardeners looking for an ergonomic alternative to conventional straight-handled shears
Tackling occasional thicker stems while trimming
The distinctive wishbone-shaped handles are more than a styling feature: they are designed to reduce the arm movement required during trimming.
The shears combine 230mm chrome-plated C50 carbon steel blades, ergonomic soft grips, shock absorbers and adjustable tensioning to provide comfortable and controlled cutting.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Spear & Jackson |
| Product Name | Razorsharp Advance Wishbone Hand Shears |
| Range | Razorsharp Advance |
| Product Type | Wishbone hand shears |
| Manufacturer Code | 4888HS |
| Supplier Code | 4888HS |
| Barcode / EAN | 5012095072415 |
| Blade Length | 230mm / 9" |
| Handle Length | 290mm / 11½" |

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