Rather than try to work a thick tree shoot into the jaws of a lopper, reach for a folding saw. The pocket-size tool is also handy for cutting branches into manageable pieces.
Shown: Look for saws like this one with a blade that locks in the open position and sharp triangular teeth—four to six per inch—that have a tiny diagonal edge at the tip. About $28; coronaclipper.com
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