FELCO 2/12 - Replacement Thumb Catch (Locking Lever)

FELCO 2/12 Replacement Thumb Catch (Locking Lever)

The FELCO 2/12 is the genuine factory replacement thumb catch, the essential safety component used to lock and unlock your pruners. This lever is designed for effortless one-handed operation, allowing you to secure the blades when the tool is not in use. Over time, the original catch can become worn, bent, or lost, compromising the safety of the tool in your holster or pocket. Precision-crafted in Switzerland from high-strength hardened steel, this replacement ensures a crisp, positive engagement that stays locked under spring tension, maintaining the safety and portability of your professional shears.

Best For Owners of nearly all professional FELCO models who need to restore the locking functionality for safe storage and transport.

Key Features

• Universal Professional Fit: A highly versatile component compatible with a wide range of models, including the FELCO 2, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, and 13.

• Ergonomic Design: Features a contoured thumb pad that provides a non-slip surface for quick and easy locking/unlocking, even while wearing heavy gardening gloves.

• Hardened Steel Durability: Manufactured to resist bending and frictional wear, ensuring the locking tip maintains its sharp profile for a secure hold against the handle.

• Smooth Pivot Action: Engineered to work perfectly with the 2/13 spring washer and 2/14 screw, providing a consistent tension that prevents the catch from flopping during use.

• Genuine Factory Safety: Restores the tool to its original safety specifications, preventing accidental blade deployment which is critical for preventing injury and protecting the blade edge.

Specifications

• Brand: FELCO (Made in Switzerland)

• Model: FELCO 2/12 (Thumb Catch / Locking Lever)

• Compatibility: FELCO 2, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, and 13

• Material: Hardened high-grade steel

• Contents: 1x Thumb Catch

Ideal For (Uses)

• Restoring Tool Safety: Replacing a loose or missing lock to ensure the pruners stay closed when stored in a pocket or leather holster.

• Professional Refurbishment: Updating worn hardware during a seasonal tool overhaul to ensure crisp mechanical operation.

• Left-Handed Tool Care: Perfectly compatible with the FELCO 9 and 10, providing left-handed professionals with the same reliable locking security.

• Preventive Maintenance: Replacing a catch that has become rounded or polished smooth, which can cause the tool to "pop open" unexpectedly during transport.

Pro Tip: When installing, do not over-tighten the securing screw (2/14). The thumb catch should have enough tension to stay in place but should still be able to be moved easily with the pressure of your thumb.