Get ready cherry harvest will be here before you know it. Remember in January when you thought winter would never end? It is time to start shopping now for a cherry or berry picker. They aren’t as common as you would think.
They range in “sturdiness” which is also reflected in the price. Pat Kerr has one that she got at an auction and it was made to last. She said it wasn’t picture perfect but did the job year after year.
The one pictured is modest in price, so assuming for more casual use. Often the price of the tool reflects the quality. They are available at Canadian retailers like Home Hardware and Lee Valley Tools.
If you frequent auctions or markets, keep an eye out – as Pat Kerr found, there are sturdy alternatives out there in the second-hand market.
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