The telescopic handles let you not only reach high, but cut down low without bending over. Great for fall or spring trimming of grasses, hostas or other perennials.   Made of aircraft grade aluminum handles with fixed stops when you extend the handles to insure same length and strength while cutting.  WOLF-Garten German steel blades are Teflon coated for ease of cutting. Has blade tensioning adjustment that is easy on hands with a large red knob.