The blades made of stainless steel are secured by an easy-to-use locking mechanism when the pruning shears are not in use. The blade guard serves as a practical, comfortable carrying handle. It cuts fresh greens and growing wood with precision. The bypass pruning shears for professionals feature ergonomically shaped handles that give slightly during the cutting process. It has an extra hardened, replaceable, non-stick coated upper blade as well as a notch in the blade for cutting wire.