When I was a kid in the 1950s I had to trim hedges with a corded electric trimmer and this modern version with a blade that’s about twice as long and weighs about half as much is so much better. I selected this make and model because it was highly rated by Consumer Reports. My only complaint is the locking switch is difficult/tricky to set so it stays on and even the instructions about it are hard to remember. It’s a good idea to heed the instructions’ safety warning; Wear eye and hearing protection (even though it’s electric it is noisy) and it also says you should wear rubber gloves, presumably in case you accidentally cut the cord while you’re operating it on wet or damp ground. My photo also shows a Homelite (again,Consumer Reports) highly-rated two-speed corded blower that I bought on eBay and that should also be used hearing protection.Read full review
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Used this for the first time this morning and I am asking the question...."Why would a company extend the cutting surface from 22 inches to 24 inches, but put a smaller amp motor on this unit? The 22 inch had a four amp motor, while this unit has a 3.3 amp motor. It is sharp, but runs slower. I don't neccessarily find this acceptable. I bought a longer cutting surface to speed up my task, not slow it down with a slower speed motor.
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I have always used a pair of manual hedge trimmers. I tried the "Hedge Hog" model years ago and took it back after trying it. I waited for a more improved model. This was it. It has the power to cut through larger limbs of shrubs (up to 1/2"). The blades held up doing over 400' of hedges. I really like the swivel handle. Great product for the price, light weight and powerful enough. The 24" blade works well for getting the job done.
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Cuts very well. The lock switch does not hold the product on locked on mode. Good price.
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It works great but is painfully loud. I wear noise protection earmuffs. The older B&D trimmer I had was much quieter, but did not have the swivel feature. I have not figured out yet why the swivel feature is even useful.
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