Pole Saws are a very important tool for proper treestand set-up. They allow the hunter to cut higher branches to make open shooting lanes for better shot placement. The HME Products Pole Saw was designed to be compact for easy transport. The handles extend from 2-1/2 feet to 6 feet to cut those higher, hard-to-reach branches.The Pole saw has a 12" carbon steel blade for cutting large branches and a built in shear for cutting smaller branches. The pole has two easy-to-grip foam handles for better control when cutting.