In our opinion no gardener should be without a pair of these really useful snips. More versatile than normal secateurs, yet strong enough to prune almost the same thickness whilst still being optimised for precise positioning and cutting within the "canopy". Their narrow and pointed head makes light work of pruning in dark and  awkward corners.  

Constructed from high carbon Japanese steel with long narrow and surprisingly robust pointed blades.

We use them all the time in our own garden.

PS  Makes a great present for the Gardener you think has nearly everything - but probably not these!  Easy to pack and post as well.