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pair of light shears, a pair of heavy shears, possibly a 

 good heavy knife, and of course a good ladder. 



The two common types of saws found on the market are 

 those shown in Figures 32 and 33. That shown in Figure 

 32 is a good cheap saw, and will answer the 

 purpose in many cases. A handle: saw is 

 shown in Figure 33. The blade is stretched 

 between swivels and can be turned to any 

 angle. It is well adapted to close work in 

 the crotches of the tree. This type of saw, 

 of various makes, can generally be bought 

 for three dollars. The 

 blades are not as frail as 

 they look, and seldom break 

 if properly handled; they 

 can be replaced at a cost of 

 fifty cents. It is really the 

 best type of pruning saw, 

 and should be used more 

 generally. 



A good type of hand shears is that 

 shown in Figure 34. It is indispensable 

 for light work. Various makes are on 

 the market. Buy the one that appeals 

 to you. A pair of heavy shears like 

 those illustrated in Figure 35 is almost a necessity. 

 They take the place of the saw in many cases, and 

 will do the work in less time. They are used in heading- 

 in limbs where the saw can hardly be used. The peach 

 pruner finds good use for them. They woj-k well on 

 limbs up to one and one-half inches in diameter. The 



FIG. 33. Prun- 

 ing Saw. 



FIG. 34. Prun- 

 ing Shears. 



