I am a woman 75 years of age. Do you think I will be able to manage this trimmer? Will it be too heavy for me?
1018459
I am a 71 yr old 124 lb man and not very strong. This trimmer does not seem heavy to me and it makes trimming bushes and ornamental grass very quick and easy. I am very satisfied with it. Hope this helps.
1018460
I got my B&D; hedge trimmer from my 90 year old grandmother, after she moved to an apartment. It is very lightweight.
1018461
As far as trimmers go it is the lightest I have ever used. I can't give a definitive yes since I am in my mid 20's, but I think you would be hard pressed to find a lighter one.
1018462
I think so. without the cord, it`s easy to maneuver. it only weighs about 3 lbs.
1018463
You should have no troubles operating this or holding onto it to cut with if in normal health and fitness.
1018464
Quite honestly, the trimmer is not as heavy as you thought. However, the performance is a little bit rough. Your age shouldn't be an issue to handle the trimmer. P.S. " It is not as sharp as you think!!!" I hope my comment help you somewhat..... Good luck
771963
Absolutely! Great for my Mother (89 yr old), 5' max, 120lbs. Works beautifully.
418581
I returned it . It was much to heavy for me. Am 65 worked out side all my life. Still to heavy to swing around for long
463978
I see no reason why not. I'm a young 51 and I love it. It especially makes even coarse hair (that's what I have) so soft & after almost 3wks I can see little hairs comming in were there wasn't any. I say go for it, you are still very young & I think it will work well for any age... well not children but you know what I mean..I hope this helps you out. best of luck always :)
1831885
It will probably be too heavy for her. I' m 78 and it too stiff to drive or push around for me. Mine has just sit under the deck. I have not used it. I had a wagon seat that I use to garden. It is hard for me to get up off it but I can use it to garden other wise. Louise
846407
No you will not have a problem with this unit. P.S. I'm 70 years old and I don't have any problem.
1807028
I am a 75 year old female. I love the electric saw; it is easy to start and light weight for handling. Cuts clean and no hesitation, no bogging down. I always look forward to using it with ease.
1557731
I think its a great trimmer. However, I don't think its the greatest styler. I believe its one of the best trimmers out there for the price.
1179994
I think left-handed users will like it. I'm righty but switch hands with it - it's NOT lightweight. Not heavy either I'd say, but 20 mins. is a lot to hold it in one hand. If you look at the 3rd photo on the Amazon listing, you'll see the "model" is using the trimmer left-handed. It changes how you'll approach what you 're cutting. Look at the pic and you can imagine how holding it right-handed would change the orientation. How the string guard mounts causes this.There is an ambidextrous thumb-operated safety, and the head swivels either way. The 2nd photo shows the trimmer as an edger - left-handed too. I think left-handed users will like it. I'm righty but switch hands with it - it's NOT lightweight. Not heavy either I'd say, but 20 mins. is a lot to hold it in one hand. If you look at the 3rd photo on the Amazon listing, you'll see the "model" is using the trimmer left-handed. It changes how you'll approach what you 're cutting. Look at the pic and you can imagine how holding it right-handed would change the orientation. How the string guard mounts causes this.There is an ambidextrous thumb-operated safety, and the head swivels either way. The 2nd photo... » Read More I think left-handed users will like it. I'm righty but switch hands with it - it's NOT lightweight. Not heavy either I'd say, but 20 mins. is a lot to hold it in one hand. If you look at the 3rd photo on the Amazon listing, you'll see the "model" is using the trimmer left-handed. It changes how you'll approach what you 're cutting. Look at the pic and you can imagine how holding it right-handed would change the orientation. How the string guard mounts causes this.There is an ambidextrous thumb-operated safety, and the head swivels either way. The 2nd photo shows the trimmer as an edger - left-handed too. « Show Less
2109240
It would be perfect for you, you might decrease the pull strength until you get used to it then crank it up. But even now as an adult I still have fun with it.
742865
Yes. It is very lightweight. I have had the trimmer and blower for 2 years now and really enjoy using it. Its just so simple and easy. Ed
1970677
Not too heavy to use, but it sure would be a workout. I've found that raising it in the air then striking down & prying it side to side worked best. I made the strikes in a square pattern then used a traditional post hole digger to remove the broken up soil. I'm 66 and 5'7'. Still a workout, but a short rest between cycles & persistence works. Still better & faster than the traditional post hole digger alone. Good Luck
1328625
Well, I am a 200 lb man and have used it a few times. I do no know the exact weight of this thing, but I will tell you that it is very heavy to lug around. You have to use the strap to take some of the load off. It is not like your regular leaf blower that you might let your wife use.
1352999
This is a professional grade trimmer. Just make sure the blades are sharp and you should be okay.
1738372
We find it very light weight to use. one of us is only 5' 3'', 135 lbs. female, and over 68 yrs old. The main person using the cutter,for the future years ahead.
1267648
heaviest part would weigh about 70 lbs. very clumsy to try to handle up and down stairs. good machine but not something I would want to manhandle a lot. I am the same age as you and definitely wouldn't want to carry it very far.
2168600
This unit is weighty because of its length. I like the fact that I have one power unit to maintain for all of my attachments. I have a Troy-Bilt 4 Cycle String Trimmer as the power unit and have been totally satisfied with it's performance. It powers all of my attachments to perfection and is easily maintained. Do you purchase individual units with their own power unit? From my perspective, NO. Buy a quality power unit & attachments.