How easy is it to sharpen the blades? Can replacement blades be purchased?
1013759
I have not had to sharpen the blades as of yet, (I have used 2 summers). However, if I had to I would take to my lawnmower person for sharpening or new blades. :)
1013760
I doubt the blades can be sharpened. This one replaced another B/D hedger that lasted over 15 years and still cut well. But, the old one's motor finally died and it was more expensive to replace that than buy a new unit.
1092581
I never thought the blades could be replaced. If so, I would imagine they be as expensive as getting an entirely new unit.
1994122
I'm using it till the blades get dull and then get a new one. I don't think it's worth trying to sharpen again but the company may be able to offer a replacement blade. I'm sure that's the most costly part of the device.
647952
I believe they are available from Amazon. I've never replaced the blade myself.
1076440
Sharpeners work OK, but i prefer replacing the blades with new ones. Turning the blade over has no effect in my opinion. They last a long time.
1354988
The blades are removable but should simply be replaced and not sharpened.. I cannot imagine, with reasonable care, that you would need to sharpen the blades.....
1390122
Using the sharpening kit (Lowes, Home Depot, etc) the blades can be easily sharpened. If small-scale mechanical things are not your bent, a local handyperson could do this in about 45 minutes, using the tool and instructions supplied in the kit (also mentioned in the owners manual).
476574
I would take it to a professional blade sharpener and also purchase a replacement blade.
1618631
Good Day! I haven't replaced the blades, but try ULINE as they have many supplies or may lead you to the right vendor. Good Luck! ~V~
1506204
No idea. I imagine it will probably be easier to buy a replacement blade when the time comes than trying to sharpen the one on it
325502
It is quick and easy to change the blades. This product will do what you need.
759698
I think that they can be bought through Amazon.com or through any retail outlet that carries the Black and Decker brand products. This is my guess for I have not had the need to purchase replacement blades yet. I have seen some replacement blades at Amazon.Com, but did not pay attention as to whether they were for this particular item or not. I hope that this information may help you.
1092584
I have searched and searched, but cannot find anywhere that sells replacement blades. I've had mine for a couple years now, and use it regularly. I used it a whole lot when I first got it. The blades are still good. I wish there were a way to replace the blades, but it looks like there is not.
1308264
I don't think it needs to be sharpened for a very long time. At the price, you can always get another one. If you want to spend $130.00 and up, you may have to have it sharpened professionally .
1310392
I looked in the manual and it says that the warranty is not covered by "routine maintenance items such as lubricants, blade sharpening". That leads me to believe you can sharpen the blades.
930236
No they can't be sharpened. Even if they could be it might not be worth it to sharpen them. Might be the same amount of money to just buy new ones.
723739
Peter C., Hello. I have not done that YET but, I hope I can sharpen the blades a couple times. Maybe 10. Good luck. Sorry my answer is Not good. Maybe next time,I can benefit.Pamela