is the arm made of plastic or metal
489406
The arm is metal, and the cutting blade is stainless steel, which can be replaced when necessary! Just remove the three screws and you've got!
925826
Its plastic. And very weak. The metal only goes into the plastic handle for about 1/2". Mine snapped in half, I just posted a couple of photos.
611725
Metal and plastic. I've had mine for long enough time and several jobs for it to break. Still runs like it did when I first got it. I thought it would be disposable after a couple jobs but it seems like it might be around for a while.
1602075
It is metal, and very durable. I bought this for my daughter who was 11 at the time, and it survived with out a scratch. :)
103899
I don't remember. I just know as soon as I seen the arm was cheap plastic I put it right back in the box and shipped it back
927038
The arms are all pvc .Only the mounting brackets and hardware are metal. They are very strong and a good product. I would recommend them !
668878
It's plastic. It is very durable. I have one that is at least 10 years old and still kicking.
1904909
it is plastic, but the base frame and the lift mechanism is metal. The inside trim is also plastic.
2038973
It is plastic and metal. The metal part isthe front part you wedge under the door. With the battery it weights more. It really works. Very accurate and loud. I urge you buy two.
819156
Everything but the handle (plastic) is metal. The slide bar is steel and the miter fence is cast aluminum. Very good quality.
355898
Arun, The first one I purchased over 5 years ago is metal,my new one purchased a few months ago appears to be plastic (I haven't used it yet). I hope it works well,but now that you have called this to my attention I am dubious.
829618
It is made of plastic with very few metal parts. The last one I owned lasted 10 years. The plastic frame finally cracked. It was mounted in a full sun location on the south side of the house. I feel I got my money's worth from the first one I bought and still like the design.
690393
Plastic; the only metal was the hose connections. In my opinion it was advertised as being aluminum and actually came in a box labeled as aluminum. Consequently, it was not worth what I paid for it.
1706539
It is metal . The base is either eal wood or fake wood alloy. But it just broke although we did use is a lot for several weeks. The kids loved playing with it. Wish it lasted longer.
1987230
It's made of plastic with metal cutting blades... Be careful though as there is some false advertising so make sure it actually does you want. Read my review for details.
1419629
The part that connects the light stand to the flag arm is plastic and the rods that compose this entire piece are metal. The clamps that hold the reflector are also plastic.
151570
Everything appears to be metal. I was cautious about plastic units breaking, which is why I went with this one. So far, it has held up really well, and is very sturdy (and heavy). I could probably use it as a weapon in a pinch. :)