About Barnel USA®

Unmatched in the Industry

Barnel® tools incorporate innovative features and advantages unmatched in the industry. Our steel blades begin with highest quality, hard to find metals, enhanced by state-of-the-art hardening processes. In addition to superior materials, workmanship and insightful innovations, the convenience of Barnel shears is apparent in features like deep sap grooves, ergonomic handles, self oiling center bolts, and wire cutting notches in some models. In the Global Marketplace, Barnel® quality cutting tools rival those of any competitor.

Barnel® Innovations

Barnel® Patented Two Position Lock
The vast majority of pruning work is on smaller diameter wood. Why squeeze repeatedly against the spring tension of a one-inch capacity pruner when 70% of the cuts are 1/2 inch or less? The advantage of a second locking position led Barnel® to introduce the patented Two Position Lock. Activated at the flick of the thumb, this exciting innovation enables the user to change the pruner to a smaller cutting capacity, allowing for a narrower hand spread. The resulting relief in hand strain translates into stronger cuts, hour after hour. Individuals with smaller hands find this feature invaluable.

Barnel® Patented Center Oiler Bolt
This elegant, patented innovation necessitates far less frequent oiling of the shear and eliminates the need to disassemble the tool when adding oil to the hinge. How does it work? The patented bolt contains a reservoir of oil released to the hinging mechanism gradually through tiny holes near the threads as the tool is used. When empty, the bolt can be quickly refilled by gently depressing the precision spring-loaded ball bearing valve. Use any typical household, 3-in-1, sewing machine or other oil with a narrow applicator tip. Barnel® B-Oil shares the excellent lubricating properties of these common lubricants, and is biodegradable, non-toxic, non-hazardous, and comes in the appropriate narrow tip applicator.

The Worldwide Choice of Professionals™

Whether it be High Tech hand pruners, drop forged loppers, fast cutting Tiger Tooth / Tiger Claw® saws, extended Ultra Reach® clippers, specialized landscape accessories and supplies, or the unique recreational line of products, Barnel ... Tools For All Seasons®... is respected by professionals in agriculture, horticulture, viticulture, forestry, landscaping, as well as garden enthusiasts on every continent except Antarctica as the Worldwide Choice of Professionals™.

Commitment to Quality

A Portland, Oregon, USA company, Barnel® has been meeting and exceeding expectations for over 22 years. Our commitment to continuous quality improvement promotes the manufacture of superior quality hand tools for the professional or serious hobbyist. We know you'll appreciate our products.