Black & Decker Grass Hog 14-Inch 5-AMP Electric String Trimmer and Edger #GH600

List Price: $98.95 Discount Price: $49.97

Features:

• 14-inch string trimmer with Automatic Feed Spool so no bumping required
• 5 Amp electric motor spins line at 9,500 rpm; 14-inch cutting swath
• Head quickly rotates 180-degrees for easy conversion; patented cord lock system
• Auxiliary handle with adjustable soft grips for added comfort and control
• Backed by 2-year full warranty

Accessories:
Arnold String Trimmer Hanger #490-900-0023	Arnold Universal String Trimmer Strap #UTS-1

Customer Reviews:

Great Purchase [Posted on 2008-04-06]
This little trimmer worked great. I had portions of my lawn that were 4 feet tall and needed to be trimmed before cutting with the mower. The Black & Decker trimmer worked great and I am very satisfied with my purchase. It was a great buy for the little money I spent!

When it works its great [Posted on 2008-04-17]
When this works its like the Tony Hawk of weed eaters but I had a problem with the motor belt constantly slipping off. This means taking it apart (8-10 screws) and slipping it back on just to have it slip off again an hour later. Support was wonderful and when I got the new belt it did the same thing an hour later. Engineering needs to use capped gears and when I find a suitable work-around I will be using it again. Too bad one minor glitch sidelines a really great tool. Oh yeah, wear protective shoes, this thing throws lots of flesh tearing line at random.

One Super Deal [Posted on 2008-04-23]
I'm not sure what was refurbished on this item. The box looked brand new, the machine the same. I just finished using it for the first time. What a treat no stopping to 'bump' and 'bump'. I moved from one area to the next with ease. The edger is also fantastic. It does a great job making , and it's so easy to switch to edger mode.

As far as comfort, I'm 5'2" and have weakness in my right arm. This tool was a piece of cake to manage and to carry. Even my right arm can carry it alone with ease. The pole telescopes. I use it on the shortest level, so I'm sure that it it will adjust to fit any height.

Pleasantly surprised [Posted on 2008-05-10]
After what I read about how Black and Decker trimmers use string, I decided to get another brand at Lowe's. As it happened, the local store had only one other brand and the trimmer was not an edger too. So I was "stuck" with the Black and Decker. I had read that the grass hog GH1000 was a Consumer Reports Best Buy but I decided to get the cheaper one so I would lose less money if I had issues with string. I've used it 2 days now and no problems with the string yet. In fact, I've been pleased with how the string has fed so far.

I have used a gas trimmer with a straight bar for years now and it's a bit hard to get used to the contour of this one. Guess that will come with time, though. I also don't find the balance to be quite right; it seems a bit bottom heavy. I suppose that is the result of having used a gas model with the engine at the top. Again, I'll probably get used to it. It's nice not to have to worry about cranking the gas model and it's a lot quieter. Be careful with the cord, though.

Overall, I am pleasantly surprised so far.

terrible for haircuts, great for lawns [Posted on 2008-05-15]
i figured cutting my own hair would save me money, but after using this product once, i've decided to go back to my regular barber.

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