What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wielding this cutter could make you chesty (6)" mean?

The definition is "Wielding this". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of CHESTY = SCYTHE; definition: "Wielding this" The answer is SCYTHE.

Wielding this cutter could make you chesty (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16439 | 10 Across | 2020-11-04 flower