Gardenmaster wavy edge hedge shears are quality through and through. The wavy blades help keep branches from sliding when cutting and has a notch at the base of the blade for cutting slightly thicker branches. Berger hedge trimmers have a nice balanced feel. Special coated drop forged carbon steel blades are the heart of these hedge shears and a sap groove removes plant residue. These hedge trimmers also feature a wing nut ratchet blade tension adjustment, Beech hardwood handles and rubber shock absorbers.