Is thus trimmer really precise? I've been through soo many & they are always off just a touch! I'm a cardmaker & I need precision!
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Some will argue that it is not "precise enough" for the task at hand. I use it primarily for cutting stacks of bulletins, announcements, and some posters.So far, when cutting smaller stacks of heavyweight paper, it's been precise to about 1/32 of an inch. If you cram the paper in beyond what is suggested, you will likely encounter a problem. The green plastic holder you see just beside the blade is very snug on the paper or card stock when the lock is in the proper place. If you forget to lock it, well, it will move!! That is not the fault of the cutter. Several staff members have used and like the precision of the cutter. No complaints from us! It is an extreme improvement over what we have had in the past. Some will argue that it is not "precise enough" for the task at hand. I use it primarily for cutting stacks of bulletins, announcements, and some posters.So far, when cutting smaller stacks of heavyweight paper, it's been precise to about 1/32 of an inch. If you cram the paper in beyond what is suggested, you will likely encounter a problem. The green plastic holder you see just beside the blade is very snug on the paper or card stock when the lock is in the proper place. If you forget to lock it, well, it will move!! That is not the fault of the cutter. Several staff... » Read More Some will argue that it is not "precise enough" for the task at hand. I use it primarily for cutting stacks of bulletins, announcements, and some posters.So far, when cutting smaller stacks of heavyweight paper, it's been precise to about 1/32 of an inch. If you cram the paper in beyond what is suggested, you will likely encounter a problem. The green plastic holder you see just beside the blade is very snug on the paper or card stock when the lock is in the proper place. If you forget to lock it, well, it will move!! That is not the fault of the cutter. Several staff members have used and like the precision of the cutter. No complaints from us! It is an extreme improvement over what we have had in the past. « Show Less
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Yes. I have gotten a straight line every time. I'm a stampin up demonstrator. I can cut 15 sheets of cardstock and have every one the correct size. Best trimmer ever!
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Mine does not cut straight because the paper guides are not on straight. I had no luck resolving the matter with the company. So I only use it to cut things that aren't that important to get absolutely straight.
180377
Depends on your definition of precise. I do woodworking, so it drove me nuts that this thing is not absolutely straight and square. The bottom edge does not sit 90 to the sliding rail. You have to compensate and then everything might go out of square.
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I have not had this problem so really can't help you. However, Siah Brown's answer seems logical to me. If your problem continues, I would contact the company to see what they suggest. I have this B&D; trimmer plus their chain saw and alligator saw....love all three!
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i only use one of the attachments to shave my four cats in the summertime---I don't really know about a detail trimmer with mine there is a toll free number to the wahl company tho---and they are excellent... I have been mega satisfied with this trimmer and it isn't as noisy as others I've had, the cats don't mind it at all---it's so fast ! http://www.wahl.com/contact/
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John,How do get the trim line to come out of your trimmer's head? Mine requires me to pull the trigger 20 times each time I want to advance it or I have to do it manually.
1989024
This is by far the closest and best trimmer I've used . And I've used them all!!
1788841
unfortunately, I would not recommend this cutter. after tinkering with ours for hours on end, I can not get it to cut a straight line at all. we may of gotten a bad machine, so perhaps others who have purchased this same model would have a better opinion, and can respond more positively to it's accuracy, however we've had nothing but problems.
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Dear, Unfortunately yes, another issue is that the accessory for adjusting the fine trimming is not working also(design deficiency) which make it really useless trimmer. Regards,
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I use this tool last Friday to trim my Rose plant and they are terrible to trim my rose.They get stuck when I snap this tool.I don,t like this tool,so what should I do get better tool or what.Larry
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I believe this is now the old model of trimmer. I have used it for about a year now and can not recommend this one. There is only a single string of a very light weight gauge which makes is very difficult to trim all but the thinnest of weeds/grass. The auto feed just doesn't work as well as a tap and go type. I do like Greenworks products which is why I ordered the newest version of their string trimmer which has a dual feed tap and go head with a much heavier gauge string. It is supposed to be at my home soon.
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I have really thick hair and I just move the clipper slowly through my hair. I also don't allow it to grow two inches and then expect to single-pass it to an eighth inch length. However, I am on my second unit. (They're inexpensive.) The first one wore out and began not cutting cleanly, despite the measures I took. I don't like that I can't find replacement blades. I also don't like how choked the unit becomes with my hair, but that didn't really seem to change how it worked. It's *ok*. Don't expect perfection, but if you go slowly and cut hair a little at a time, you'll be fine.
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Just rec'd mine- no jimping. I'd wait if you must have jimping. I would've liked it, but then, for cardboatd cutting, you should use a hammer grip, and jimping might be less comfortable there.The design is beautiful- like a mini Sage 1, (i have a Sage & have hard used it.) but my version was also VERY tight- the lock, the pivot, everything just barely wanted to move and took a lot of force.I've adjusted it and not it can open 1 handed, but the lock is still a bit stiff. I have way too many Spydies and this is the first w/ QC issues. The build quality is nice, but not superb, (corners need rounding.) I don't know- might have to send it in for repair. Good luck! Just rec'd mine- no jimping. I'd wait if you must have jimping. I would've liked it, but then, for cardboatd cutting, you should use a hammer grip, and jimping might be less comfortable there.The design is beautiful- like a mini Sage 1, (i have a Sage & have hard used it.) but my version was also VERY tight- the lock, the pivot, everything just barely wanted to move and took a lot of force.I've adjusted it and not it can open 1 handed, but the lock is still a bit stiff. I have way too many Spydies and this is the first w/ QC issues. The build quality is nice, but not... » Read More Just rec'd mine- no jimping. I'd wait if you must have jimping. I would've liked it, but then, for cardboatd cutting, you should use a hammer grip, and jimping might be less comfortable there.The design is beautiful- like a mini Sage 1, (i have a Sage & have hard used it.) but my version was also VERY tight- the lock, the pivot, everything just barely wanted to move and took a lot of force.I've adjusted it and not it can open 1 handed, but the lock is still a bit stiff. I have way too many Spydies and this is the first w/ QC issues. The build quality is nice, but not superb, (corners need rounding.) I don't know- might have to send it in for repair. Good luck! « Show Less
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My house is in a 1/4 acre corner lot with fence. I trim along side walk, around house and inside/outside fence. I make about 3 to 4 trims. If you don't hit sharp or hard edges. You should be able to last longer. I think the cost is a little too high.Manually refill may cause the auto advancement choked. hopefully I can find a place to refill mechanically.
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To be honest man terrible trimmers I, wouldn't waste your money everyone warned me to just buy Andys, I used them just to try to do a Line up Bailey cut, hope this helps good luck but definitely buy Andys
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You are very welcome! In opinion. .it is well worth it.On my longer haired dogs my trimmer takes a beating.it has gotten put knots & tangles.In fact, my pld one would have been stillcworking if it were not that my older dog Charlottle gets so messy, and had a really bad tangle that took awhile and it finally gave our after a year and a half.Like I said, I am rough on the trimmer.It should last aclot longer.Tge second one I have is over a year and still in great condition.It is lightweight& fits easy in your hand.If the blade gets too warm...stop ut for a few mins.and wipediwn w/a cotton ball (not soaked) of alcohol. I hope they never stop making this trimmer! :) You are very welcome! In opinion. .it is well worth it.On my longer haired dogs my trimmer takes a beating.it has gotten put knots & tangles.In fact, my pld one would have been stillcworking if it were not that my older dog Charlottle gets so messy, and had a really bad tangle that took awhile and it finally gave our after a year and a half.Like I said, I am rough on the trimmer.It should last aclot longer.Tge second one I have is over a year and still in great condition.It is lightweight& fits easy in your hand.If the blade gets too warm...stop ut for a few mins.and wipediwn w/a cotton... » Read More You are very welcome! In opinion. .it is well worth it.On my longer haired dogs my trimmer takes a beating.it has gotten put knots & tangles.In fact, my pld one would have been stillcworking if it were not that my older dog Charlottle gets so messy, and had a really bad tangle that took awhile and it finally gave our after a year and a half.Like I said, I am rough on the trimmer.It should last aclot longer.Tge second one I have is over a year and still in great condition.It is lightweight& fits easy in your hand.If the blade gets too warm...stop ut for a few mins.and wipediwn w/a cotton ball (not soaked) of alcohol. I hope they never stop making this trimmer! :) « Show Less
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My experience is very dated and may not be accurate any more - I bought it many years ago. The replacement was different from the original, but it did work, however I felt the cutter didn't move as freely as it used to, but that may have just been my imagination. I did have problems with my shaver which ultimately stopped working, but I don't know if this was related to this replacement.
510489
I will not recommend this trimmer at all. This pulls and it hurts. Go get a real trimmer.
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Don't press down so hard let the trimmer do the work. The blade meets the top of the guard if you apply a lot of pressure it will bite. One other thing is if you use them a lot check and see if your blades are sharp