Fiskars 393981-1001 Power-Lever Extendable Pole Saw & Pruner (7-14 ft) Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Manual no power
- High branch pruning
- Safest option
The Fiskars 393981-1001 is a manual pole saw and pruner that extends to 14 ft, pairing a Power-Lever bypass head that cuts up to 1-1/8-in branches with a 15-in WoodZig saw for thicker limbs. With no motor there is no fuel, battery, or kickback risk, making it the safest and lightest overhead option for occasional pruning; the trade-off is slower, more tiring cutting and a reach ceiling that heavy or very tall jobs will outgrow.
Pros
- No motor means no fuel, battery, cord, or kickback, making it the safest way to trim high branches from the ground
- Power-Lever pruner multiplies leverage to cut branches up to 1-1/8 in, and the 15-in saw tackles thicker limbs
- Light 5.4-lb fiberglass pole with a double lock stays extended and controls the direction of the cut
Cons
- Manual cutting is slow and tiring on many or thick branches compared with a powered pole saw
- Reach tops out around 14 ft, so the tallest branches still require a pro or a bigger tool
- Overhead work still drops limbs unpredictably, so a hard hat, eye protection, and clearance from power lines remain essential
Specifications
| Power | Manual (no motor, no battery, no cord) |
|---|---|
| Reach | Extends 7-14 ft with double locking system |
| Pruner | Power-Lever bypass pruner, cuts up to 1-1/8 in branches |
| Saw | 15 in WoodZig saw blade for thicker limbs |
| Pole | Oval fiberglass, reduced flex |
| Weight | About 5.4 lb |
| Best for | Occasional overhead pruning without the risk of a powered blade |