Wow, thanks for all the suggestions. I haven't ruled out battery powered. I have several of the 18v Ryobi tools. May have to look there.
I too use my cordless sawzall for small (2") limbs.
You've all given me much to think about. Thanks again.
I'm thinking about getting a pole saw for trimming some limbs. I'm getting too old to climb much.
Does anybody have a model they really like? Gas or battery powered? Thanks.
I have cut my own for many years. Save the $$$$$$. I also occasionally cut the dog, but with a different clipper. That saves a lot of $$$$$ but I'm not very good with the dog.