is this gopher pick up the top of the line?
511945
They have lowered the quality of this product since I purchased one about 7 yrs ago. The first one of my second purchase arrived broken and with no instructions.
511946
I don't know about "top of the line," but I've had one of the rubber tips fall off two of them after only mild to moderate use. I couldn't find the tip the first time and threw the tool away. I found the tip for the second one and super-glued it and the other tip on, but one of them fell off again a few weeks later. I liked it because it folds and easily tucks into the seat pocket in the car, but I think I'm going to look for a non-folding and hopefully sturdier grabber to put on my Christmas wishlist. I mainly use it to pick up trash as I walk along a dirt trail where I volunteer or on the street where people park. I'm not using it to pick up anything heavy. I don't know about "top of the line," but I've had one of the rubber tips fall off two of them after only mild to moderate use. I couldn't find the tip the first time and threw the tool away. I found the tip for the second one and super-glued it and the other tip on, but one of them fell off again a few weeks later. I liked it because it folds and easily tucks into the seat pocket in the car, but I think I'm going to look for a non-folding and hopefully sturdier grabber to put on my Christmas wishlist. I mainly use it to pick up trash as I walk along a dirt trail where I volunteer... » Read More I don't know about "top of the line," but I've had one of the rubber tips fall off two of them after only mild to moderate use. I couldn't find the tip the first time and threw the tool away. I found the tip for the second one and super-glued it and the other tip on, but one of them fell off again a few weeks later. I liked it because it folds and easily tucks into the seat pocket in the car, but I think I'm going to look for a non-folding and hopefully sturdier grabber to put on my Christmas wishlist. I mainly use it to pick up trash as I walk along a dirt trail where I volunteer or on the street where people park. I'm not using it to pick up anything heavy. « Show Less
511947
It is as advertised. The rubber cups have a tendency to fall off of this item which I knew because we have had this item before. I put some super glue on the threads and screw them back on and they last a lot longer. We have a walnut tree over our driveway and we use the gopher to pick them up to save our backs. My wife and I have both picked up hundreds of them with no problems. We also use them to "police" the area by the road from the many driveby litterbugs in our neighborhood. Great invention. Could it be more durable? Yes. But it's cheaper than a chiropractor bill and better than other models I've seen. Hope this answers your question. It is as advertised. The rubber cups have a tendency to fall off of this item which I knew because we have had this item before. I put some super glue on the threads and screw them back on and they last a lot longer. We have a walnut tree over our driveway and we use the gopher to pick them up to save our backs. My wife and I have both picked up hundreds of them with no problems. We also use them to "police" the area by the road from the many driveby litterbugs in our neighborhood. Great invention. Could it be more durable? Yes. But it's cheaper than a chiropractor bill and better... » Read More It is as advertised. The rubber cups have a tendency to fall off of this item which I knew because we have had this item before. I put some super glue on the threads and screw them back on and they last a lot longer. We have a walnut tree over our driveway and we use the gopher to pick them up to save our backs. My wife and I have both picked up hundreds of them with no problems. We also use them to "police" the area by the road from the many driveby litterbugs in our neighborhood. Great invention. Could it be more durable? Yes. But it's cheaper than a chiropractor bill and better than other models I've seen. Hope this answers your question. « Show Less
511948
You will not be sent a true Gopher reaching tool, but will instead be sent a cheap knock-off that is absolute junk. Buyer beware! There is a reason this item has a 23% 1-star review rating.
511949
UPDATE: I ended up ordering the "Ontel Gopher 2 Pick-Up and Reaching Tool" from Best Infomercial Products because I noticed that the shape of the trigger on this one from Gimmick World is slightly different than the good one I have. Happy that I did. The one from Best Infomercial Products came super fast & is EXACTLY like the good one I have. Grips well, suction cups seem sturdy, just like the one I bought locally in 2012.
1233365
We have a ton in our front yard but it does best when they have turned brown and weakened a bit. The green ones are many times too heavy to pick up. I usually try to blow them into a pile first and then suck them up. Overall, it does well when they have dried out, the tops have separated and the squirrels have had time with them.
1073509
I agree. This works great for gophers. I had to buy 2 sizes as the smaller size caught some, but other critters were too big and would trip the trap before they'd get into it. Once I sized it correctly, they're great. You could try for ground squirrels, but get the biggest size.
178796
Yes. It's a great set up. I've blown money on others. This one is in the field with me.
533352
Not sure. Didn`t work eliminating my gophers.I would check with the manufacturer.
2037178
Definitely. If the snow is very cold, light and fluffy, it will gobble up to 10" at a time. You also can lift it up, or tilt it up to grab a top layer, then go back in for lower layer/s.
1871099
The Black hole(s) worked very well on the gophers. I bought two and sometimes place them back to back in the tunnel. At first, I caught four within a few days after receiving. I believe that I have and infestation. My recent success has not been as good, the gophers will push dirt into trap to trip the release mechanism. I tried the tunnel fill products - they do NOT kill. KILL with black box.
479854
I believe the lead is strong enough, BUT the lead is only as strong the weakest point. Is your dog a " strong puller" ? Does your dog chase after other dogs, deer etc? How long would you leave him outside? Can you watch the dog while he does his business? Will your dog come to you if called? Traffic? Good Luck but maybe a chain with a good snap or two as a back up would be better.
984754
No. The Beeman P17 Pellet Pistol is not powerful enough to kill striped gophers. Great for target shooting. You are welcome.
2105532
It doesn't say, however it's probably top of the line. It has a lot of nickle in it.
1777418
Very effective on pocket gophers in Oklahoma. I set it twice in different areas and came away with two gophers. Follow the directions (best on YouTube) on how to set. Both gophers I trapped seemed to be solitary. Once that gopher was gone, all activity in that area stopped. Timing is important. When you see a fresh mound, set the trap right away as described.
1170027
Don't dig out the tunnel. It needs yo be at ground level. You set the trap while there is an "open" hole, I.e. the gopher is working it at the time, which is usually in the a.m.
1871098
It can. Any varmint who tunnels. I have unintentionally caught a few voles even though my issue is gopher related. Happy hunting.
1458206
They may; I have caught one ground squirrel in my Cinch traps. He barely fit. They work well with pocket gophers. Stan
1557244
YES it will, It Lites up nice+ Accurate,U will not be sorry love mind+at the Price U can not beat it,Get it+go Fishing!!!!
1319307
not sure, we think so, havent used it yet, going hunting this weekend to MN will find out for sure then. Cant check right now cause took it up there for storage over the summer.
1850657
Yes, DTN, they definitely are attracted! In less than an hour, all types of birds located & fed from this feeder hanging from a maple tree in the front yard. Of course, location of the feeder is very important, so, to get the best results from this feeder, research its' placement first. I am sure you will be happy with this feeder for years to come. Also, the feeding position does not seem to affect their feeding behaviour or pattern in any manner. They seem to actually enjoy hanging than perching, since this is so natural for them in wild feeding.