STIHL Hand guard

If you regularly cut rough grass or brush, you know how quickly stones and debris can ping off the handle. This STIHL hand guard helps shield your hand so you can focus on the cut, not the kickback from flying material.

Built as a practical add-on for compatible STIHL brushcutters, it offers extra confidence for professionals and demanding private users alike.

Where it shines

• Clearing along fences, paths and farm tracks with loose gravel
• Tackling tall grass and light scrub where debris flies
• Roadside maintenance where safety and control matter
• Estate and forestry edge work with hidden sticks and chips

Why users like it

• Extra hand protection from flying debris
• Purpose-made fit for selected STIHL FS models
• Robust build for daily professional use
• Quick to mount for immediate protection

In daily use

The guard mounts securely and stays put, adding a reassuring barrier without getting in the way of throttle control. It’s a simple upgrade that makes long trimming sessions feel safer and more controlled.

Capacity and specs

• Compatibility: FS 260, FS 311, FS 360, FS 410, FS 460, FS 490 (except FS 490 C-EM KW), FS 510, FS 560
• Use: Hand protection against flying debris
• User profile: Professionals and demanding private users

Tip from gardenmachineshop.com

Pair this guard with the correct cutting attachment and always check it’s firmly seated before starting—small checks add up to safer, smoother work.