My question is in the area of home Gardening TOOLS, I bet you never got this asked
before!!!   I am looking for what they call a long-reach hedge
trimmer/cutter, one that
will cut smaller size stick-out branches and twigs, that are way up
above my head!!!

I don?t want electric or gas powered stuff,  eg., I have a simple
(now) 4-5 foot total
length one now, bought for $25.00;  the low end is simply a hand grip (2 levers)
like you?d squeeze a exercise tool,  the high end is a simple scissors
like cutter that
cuts the high up stuff?..the grip (squeeze end) transfers the
?request? up the 5 foot
shaft (pole)  to the scissors, it cuts the branch,,,simple, no ropes,
no knobs or poles
to twist, turn, fight!!!     But:  its useless at only 4 foot long, I
need something that, total
pole length, is more like 6-8 foot MINIMUM, even 10 foot?.I found one they claim
is a telescopic pole, that can cut/reach a total of 10 feet (ie, 16
feet off the ground)
BUT: it is from a Taiwan company (winland-garden.com.tw) who tells me ?this would
do it for you? but unfort:  they cannot sell it to me, they are the
mfg?er only, and I
have to be ?in the business? to even get a stab at getting it!!! 
Apparently it is well used
overseas, but no one here (USA) seems to think one needs a cutter like
this over 4 foot
in length.  Even tho, at Home Depot,  they have a electric powered one
that reaches 12-14
up from the ground, with hedging style ,heavy ackward, cutting blades, so:::
If one can cut like this electrically, I would think a simple manual
cutter can be had/bought
SOMEWHERE/SOMEHOW!!!  (Example: the one I found at winland-garden.com.tw)
If you visit this page, it is the one pictured that claims a length of
3100mm, which is about
10 feet----compare to my lil 4 foot toy, they both do the same thing,
I can email attach
pictures if this would help your search.

Hope this is full-descriptive of what I need, where/how can one
buy/get something like
this?  Somewhere here in USA, some gardener(s) are prob using one like this right
now as I write!   thanx     (I assume you know me and my email addr I
don?t think u want
anything here, right?)

Hello Binbob,

Below you will find a number of telescopic or long reach pruners and
branch cutters.. These products are perfect for cutting twigs that are
very high up.

Telescopic Long Reach Pruner

Product Description

?This is remarkable tool to maintain the garden above your head. This
long reach pruner has 4?-7? telescopic shaft and options for a
conventional fixed pruning head or a unique ?swing head? that allow
for positioning the blades as much as 30 degrees off-center for high,
hard-to-reach cuts. Light-weight aluminum shaft, hard chrome plated
blades resist rust and corrosion, comfortable hand grips prevent
fatigue and the revolving grip allows you to turn the pruner blades in
any direction without changing wrist positions. [All blades can easily
be interchanged on shafts with a screwdriver.] Choose a Blade Option:
The By-pass blade- our most popular, is great for pruning live,
?green? wood. Cut & Hold blade- clutches the severed material for
retrieval. Great for retrieving cut flowers or fruit that could be
damaged by falling. Hedge Trimmer- blade are best for shaping and
trimming dense growth. Attachable pruning saw blade Choose a Head
Option: Fixed Head- conventional, non-rotating head Swing Head- allows
for positioning the blades as much as 30 degrees off center for high,
hard to reach cuts. Attachment Options: Attachable Saw Blade-
Utilizing the same telscoping shaft a saw blade can be attached for
pruning larger radius limbs.?
Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ES7QEQ/qid=1155592256/104-6619901-0859958?redirect=true


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ARS Long Arm Telescoping Pruning Shear

Telescopic design cuts high limbs with a squeeze of the hand 

This lightweight pruner simplifies pruning fruit and other trees that
have hard-to-reach limbs. Telescopes from 4'2" to 6'8" with positive
lock stations every 14".

Bypass style high-grade, carbon tool steel blades cut cleanly and stay
sharp. Blades are chrome-plated for rust resistance and to reduce sap
buildup. Arm and handle are super-light aluminum; the entire pruner
only weighs 2.2 lbs. Handle rotates 180° so you can prune in
difficult, tight spots.

http://www.gemplers.com/a/shop/product.asp?UID=200608141659053759389924&T1=2K203


Hedge Shearing Head for Telescopic Pruning Shear

This replacement head turns your telescopic pruning shear into a very
versatile tool. Attachment head bolts onto end of pruner and comes
complete with mounting screws and plastic sheath. Sharp, chrome-plated
blade easily cuts a bundle and has removable "cut and hold" branch
grip for transporting trimmings and fruit to the ground. 7-1/2"
length.
http://www.gemplers.com/a/shop/product.asp?T1=GR190&src=21TL002


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From Rittenhouse

Telescopic Long Reach Pruner 

This telescopic Ultra Reach pruner extends between 5 and 10 feet.  
Includes a regular pruner head with a removable cut & hold feature and a saw.

The easy action handle has a rubber grip and a cushion bumper system . 
Lightweight telescopic aluminum shaft. 
Regular pruning head. 
Cutting head has a removable cut & hold feature. 
Detachable tri-edge tiger tooth saw blade. 
Weighs 2.5 lbs (1150g).
Price US$109.00 
http://www.rittenhouse.ca/asp/product.asp?PG=1290


Related Information

Bahco Telescopic Extension Poles
For hard to reach areas. Top pruners or saws can be attached to these
poles, which extend your reach by up to 19 ft.
http://www.rittenhouse.ca/asp/Product.asp?PG=1803


Choice of extension poles: 
AP - 2.7 M = aluminum 3.5 to 9 ft. ( 3 extension units ) 
AP - 3 M = aluminum 7 - 12 ft. ( 2 extension units ) 
AP - 5 M = aluminum 7 - 9 ft. ( 3 extension units ) 
FP - 3 M = fibreglass 6 -10 ft. ( 2 extension units )
http://www.rittenhouse.ca/asp/Product.asp?PG=1870

Bahco Poles and Saw Compatibility Comparison Chart
http://www.rittenhouse.ca/asp/AboutUs.asp?LID=9000327


Shipping options are as follows:

In Canada:    Purolator Ground Service, Purolator Air Service or ExpressPost

In Continental USA:    UPS Ground or UPS Air.  We will ship via Canada
Post to APO addresses only

Internationally and Alaska and Hawaii:    We ship via Canada Post / USPS

http://www.rittenhouse.ca/asp/AboutUs.asp?LID=5

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From OBC Northwesr

Barnel Telescopic Pruner

?Two stage Combo. Telescoping Ultra Reach? comes with a 3-in-1 head
that prunes, cut-n-holds, and saws at your option. Purple aluminum
die-cast handles are easy to identify in the field. Adjustable handle
and deluxe bumper system with cushioned spring design reduces stress
during long hours of operation. Handle adjusts from 5? to 10?.?
Price: $114.60

http://www.obcnw.com/b2b/shop.php?prod_action=showdetail&prod_id=2651


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Hida Tool. Inc. 
1333 San Pablo Ave. 
Berkeley, CA 94702 
510-524-3700 
1-800-443-5512
http://www.hidatool.com/garden.html

Futomaru: Heavy Duty Branch Cutter
Nishigaki brand heavy duty branch cutter. Teflon coated aluminum shaft
is very light & easy to use. Non-slip high carbon blades cut up to 1
1/2" thick branch
G-155	7' (oversize shipping)	$79.20	


Nobi Nobi: Extenable Pole Pruner 
This sturdy & versatile telescopic pruner extends up to 9 1/2 feet.
The very sharp blades cut up to 1/2" branch. A saw attachment can help
to cut large branches. Orange parts on the blades cut & hold the
branches & fruits.
G-128 	7' to 9 1/2' (oversize shipping)	$104.90

http://www.hidatool.com/gardenpage/highcutter.html

	

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Search terms:
Telescopic Branch cutter
Telescopic long reach pruner


I hope the information provided is helpful!

Best regards,
Bobbie7

I know you said no electric but check out this cordless pruner.  I
borrowed one this weekend.  It works great, lightweight, easy to use,
battery lasts a long time, etc.

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4304296

to/for Bobbie7:   i cant believe all that!  it will take me a while
to go thru and look at them......how/when do i pay you(s)/google for this?!
binarybob@verizon.net   (i received no email that this info was here at
answers.google.com,,,,may be something wrong with my email ISP, oh well)

to/for bobbie7:   i guess i dont understand the numbers and dates in
"my invoice" area.....will my CC auto be charged the amount?  later, or?
thanx   binarybob@verizon.net

Dear Binbob,

As soon as a researcher posts an answer in the answer box, the
customer is charged. You don't have to do anything.

You did not get an email notification becasue the notification system
is not currently working. Your email and ISP are fine.

Best regards, Bobbie7

to bobbie7:  i have seen all the pages you suggested, i def think
something here can/will be useful!!  thanx much,  u can CLOSE this
out!    bob mackey       binarybob@verizon.net

I?m glad to hear that the information I found is useful.