$30.99
The Fiskars Extendable Bypass Lopper is the lighter telescoping pick: steel handles that twist lock from 24.5 to 37 in, a fully hardened precision ground bypass blade rated at 1.5 in, Power-Lever action for extra cutting power, and Fiskars’ full lifetime warranty.
Description
Not every telescoping lopper needs to be heavy. The fiskars extendable lopper takes the simpler route: steel handles that twist and lock anywhere from 24.5 to 37 inches, a single pivot head with Power-Lever geometry that multiplies leverage, and a total weight of about 2.84 lb, well over a pound lighter than its compound action rivals. The blade is fully hardened, precision ground steel with a non stick coating, rated at 1.5 inches on live wood. It has been a best seller in its category for years, and the full lifetime warranty is a large part of why.
Key Features
Twist lock telescoping handles, 24.5 to 37 in
The steel handles extend and lock with a twist, giving you short tool control for shrubs and long tool reach for limbs in the same session, with no buttons or collars to hunt for.
Power-Lever single pivot action
Fiskars’ Power-Lever geometry multiplies your leverage at the pivot, giving up to twice the cutting power of a traditional single pivot lopper, per the manufacturer, without a heavier compound head.
Light at 2.84 lb
Weight is where this tool wins its comparisons. Extended work and overhead cuts tire arms quickly, and 2.84 lb is easy to hold at reach all morning.
Full lifetime warranty
Fiskars backs this lopper for life in the US. Combined with the low street price, it is one of the lowest risk purchases in the roundup.
Product Description
The Fiskars Extendable (model 391661-1002) is a telescoping bypass lopper for gardeners who mostly cut branches under 1.5 inches and want reach without weight. The Softgrip touchpoints and shock absorbing bumper keep it comfortable, and the steel construction has a long track record in owner feedback, with ratings around 4.7 stars across very large review counts.
The trade off is capacity. At 1.5 inches it is a reach tool, not a maximum power tool; the 32 inch PowerGear2 in this same roundup is the Fiskars to buy for 2 inch work. Owners also note the twist lock needs a firm hand to stay put at full extension. Within its class, though, the combination of weight, price and warranty is hard to beat.
Benefits of Using This Product
- Lightest telescoping pick here at about 2.84 lb
- Handles lock anywhere from 24.5 to 37 in
- Power-Lever action adds cutting power
- Full lifetime warranty
- Low street price, often under the list price
Specifications
| Model | 391661-1002 |
| Head type | Bypass, Power-Lever single pivot |
| Cutting capacity | 1.5 in |
| Handle length | 24.5 to 37 in, telescoping steel, twist lock |
| Weight | About 2.84 lb |
| Blade | Fully hardened precision ground steel, non stick coating |
| Warranty | Full lifetime |
How to Use
Twist to unlock, slide to the shortest length that reaches your branch, and twist firmly to lock. Seat the branch deep in the bypass head and squeeze in one motion. Retract the handles for storage; the tool hangs neatly and takes little space in a shed.
Fiskars Extendable Lopper: Care and Storage
A fiskars extendable lopper needs the usual blade care: wipe off sap, dry the head, oil the pivot, and sharpen on the bevel side only. Once a season, extend the handles fully and wipe the inner tubes clean, then check the twist locks still grip firmly along the whole range. Stored dry and retracted, a fiskars extendable lopper stays tight and rust free for years, and the lifetime warranty covers you if a lock or part ever gives up.
Why Choose the Fiskars Extendable Lopper?
Choose the fiskars extendable lopper when you want telescoping reach that does not wear your arms out, from a brand that warranties the tool for life. If your branches regularly pass 1.5 inches, step up in capacity instead; if they do not, this is the sensible money.
Frequently Asked Questions
How thick can the fiskars extendable lopper cut?
Up to 1.5 inches in live wood. That is its honest role: a reach tool for small to medium branches, not a thick branch specialist.
How does the fiskars extendable lopper lock its handles?
With a twist lock. Twist to release, slide to length, twist back firmly to lock. Check the lock is fully engaged before cutting at full extension.
Is the fiskars extendable lopper covered by a warranty?
Yes, a full lifetime warranty in the US, which is unusually strong cover at this price.
Final Verdict
The Fiskars Extendable is the light, low risk telescoping pick: honest 1.5 inch capacity, the least weight at reach, and lifetime cover. For gardens where the branches are modest and the heights are not, it is the one to buy.
Still deciding? Our guide to the best loppers compares all ten models on price, cutting capacity, head type, weight and warranty, with an honest Best for and Not ideal for for each one.




