I have has BD trimmers before and liked everything except the edger. Is this my imagination or have others asked this?
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I like mine just fine, it does use a lot of line but I have extra spools and buy the line in bulk. It cuts great and is the most powerful electric trimmer/edger I've ever owned. Just a simple twist of the head is all that's needed to go from edger to trimmer.
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I never used it as an edger guide. I used it as a bump guard to protect me from weed eating things that I didn't want cut like plants or flowers. I also used it when weed eating around the house against the bricks. As far as making a straight line when the weed eater is moved into the edger position, it is really easy to cut in a straight line because you can actually see where the trimmer line is cutting while you are trimming. Not to mention, the weed eater is very light so its easy to hold steady and maneuver in the direction desired. Also, FYI the battery lasts 15-20 min on a full charge and takes approx. 8 hrs to charge unlike the other answer to this question. That is what I have experienced. I never used it as an edger guide. I used it as a bump guard to protect me from weed eating things that I didn't want cut like plants or flowers. I also used it when weed eating around the house against the bricks. As far as making a straight line when the weed eater is moved into the edger position, it is really easy to cut in a straight line because you can actually see where the trimmer line is cutting while you are trimming. Not to mention, the weed eater is very light so its easy to hold steady and maneuver in the direction desired. Also, FYI the battery lasts 15-20 min on a full... » Read More I never used it as an edger guide. I used it as a bump guard to protect me from weed eating things that I didn't want cut like plants or flowers. I also used it when weed eating around the house against the bricks. As far as making a straight line when the weed eater is moved into the edger position, it is really easy to cut in a straight line because you can actually see where the trimmer line is cutting while you are trimming. Not to mention, the weed eater is very light so its easy to hold steady and maneuver in the direction desired. Also, FYI the battery lasts 15-20 min on a full charge and takes approx. 8 hrs to charge unlike the other answer to this question. That is what I have experienced. « Show Less
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Not real great as an edger. It will work but you won't get a nice clean cut. I have used up almost six spools and had to re-spool two of them. (original spool plus extra 3 pack) Wish there was a little more line on the spools but not to bad when it comes to re-spooling.
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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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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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I haven't done it personally, but it's definitely a great machine and should have no problem with the right blade. Cuts through thick, hard wood with no problem - probably more taxing than thin metal done slowly?
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Not the one I bought! It was so LOUD that I couldn't get near my dog. She's used regular professional grooming and me trimming her in between appointments. The A5 2 speed I bought was loud on low speed and very loud on high. I was never able to use this clipper on my dog. I tried a few times a day to get her used to the noise by turning the clipper on. She ran and hid every time. I feel certain that this is an excellent clipper and recommend it to anyone whose dog is not bothered by noisy clippers. It is heavy because it's well built, with one of the best motors. The body of this clipper gets hot (maybe it was just the one I had). Not the one I bought! It was so LOUD that I couldn't get near my dog. She's used regular professional grooming and me trimming her in between appointments. The A5 2 speed I bought was loud on low speed and very loud on high. I was never able to use this clipper on my dog. I tried a few times a day to get her used to the noise by turning the clipper on. She ran and hid every time. I feel certain that this is an excellent clipper and recommend it to anyone whose dog is not bothered by noisy clippers. It is heavy because it's well built, with one of the best motors. The body of this clipper... » Read More Not the one I bought! It was so LOUD that I couldn't get near my dog. She's used regular professional grooming and me trimming her in between appointments. The A5 2 speed I bought was loud on low speed and very loud on high. I was never able to use this clipper on my dog. I tried a few times a day to get her used to the noise by turning the clipper on. She ran and hid every time. I feel certain that this is an excellent clipper and recommend it to anyone whose dog is not bothered by noisy clippers. It is heavy because it's well built, with one of the best motors. The body of this clipper gets hot (maybe it was just the one I had). « Show Less
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Thanks for your informative reply! I had already bought one, & forgotten about posting this question. It does work well, & looks like the cleaning feature will be handy. And I've used it to "dress up" the edges on a couple of Fiskars axes, plus their bill-hook machete "brush axe", as well as a Gerber Camp Axe.Reason I asked in the first place? I had bought a different sharpener from another source that advertised "wheels", but only had two crossed ceramic "rodlets". It occurred to me that maybe even Fiskars might make this error. Happily, there was no problem- Fiskars told the truth! And considering what things cost these days, it's well worth the money. Thanks for your informative reply! I had already bought one, & forgotten about posting this question. It does work well, & looks like the cleaning feature will be handy. And I've used it to "dress up" the edges on a couple of Fiskars axes, plus their bill-hook machete "brush axe", as well as a Gerber Camp Axe.Reason I asked in the first place? I had bought a different sharpener from another source that advertised "wheels", but only had two crossed ceramic "rodlets". It occurred to me that maybe even Fiskars might make this error. Happily,... » Read More Thanks for your informative reply! I had already bought one, & forgotten about posting this question. It does work well, & looks like the cleaning feature will be handy. And I've used it to "dress up" the edges on a couple of Fiskars axes, plus their bill-hook machete "brush axe", as well as a Gerber Camp Axe.Reason I asked in the first place? I had bought a different sharpener from another source that advertised "wheels", but only had two crossed ceramic "rodlets". It occurred to me that maybe even Fiskars might make this error. Happily, there was no problem- Fiskars told the truth! And considering what things cost these days, it's well worth the money. « Show Less
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It might be an added feature or better padding, but, I have the bt and it is awesome!! I used it and I blew those leaves into the woods in no time at all. Enough power to do the job!! You cant go wrong with this model!! I bought this because I have the hedge clippers and it works fantastic, easy pull to start on both the hedge clippers and leaf blower.
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It's ok if it's the only thing you've got. It will rotate upside down for edging but debris flies all over; also not much on the item to help guide when edging. It does a superb job trimming. Battery lasts for my entire yard, which is very large, and if it does run out it only takes a few hours for a full charge. This is probably one of the best tools I have ever bought.
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you don't require a special attachment to do edging. simply turn the trimmer to where the line is on the edging side of the sidewalk, street grass line and start edging. it will take a little practice but you will see how well it edges. do not remove the guard as that is totally unnecessary. take your time and you will get the hng of it. the carburator on trimmers are meant to be turned sideways, upside down...with no problems whatsoever.
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I agree with Lulu this IS a very nice clipper. I'm also a professional groomer and use it everyday. Sounds like you may need some additional instruction. I also agree with Melissa in that you can check out youtube but also go to the Andis website to see what they have available. Wishing you best success.
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Mark,The conversion isn't that hard and it does an excellent job.....I must admit that I use mine more as edger than a planer. These machines are good quality and hold up well. Getting the chips/shavings out could be a little better but that is a minor drawback to this quality machine.Les
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I looked up blading clippers and those seem to cut closer. I thought i really liked this product but after using it a few times ive notice it misses alot of hair and have to do it more than once.
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Actually I didn't use it....found that mowing at a higher setting was better. The catcher for me was too small, but as for the product......I loved it, so much better than those heavy rental ones. Just remember, if you have heavy thatch, do it twice, not to overload the motor.EDITED:::: Boy I blew that answer, most people ask about the grass catcher....sorry....Well the answer is, lube up the bottom of the bar, slide it in to the holes and put the screws in thru the hole in the unit and the bar, make sure it lines up. You can be sure it lines up by using a thin nail to find the hole in the bar....screw it in and you are done with that! Actually I didn't use it....found that mowing at a higher setting was better. The catcher for me was too small, but as for the product......I loved it, so much better than those heavy rental ones. Just remember, if you have heavy thatch, do it twice, not to overload the motor.EDITED:::: Boy I blew that answer, most people ask about the grass catcher....sorry....Well the answer is, lube up the bottom of the bar, slide it in to the holes and put the screws in thru the hole in the unit and the bar, make sure it lines up. You can be sure it lines up by using a thin nail... » Read More Actually I didn't use it....found that mowing at a higher setting was better. The catcher for me was too small, but as for the product......I loved it, so much better than those heavy rental ones. Just remember, if you have heavy thatch, do it twice, not to overload the motor.EDITED:::: Boy I blew that answer, most people ask about the grass catcher....sorry....Well the answer is, lube up the bottom of the bar, slide it in to the holes and put the screws in thru the hole in the unit and the bar, make sure it lines up. You can be sure it lines up by using a thin nail to find the hole in the bar....screw it in and you are done with that! « Show Less
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I thought I was the only one in this forum that had been a purchaser of the mangroomer and had the trimmer break on me. I bought the backspa back shaver not too long ago and not only is my back the smoothest it's been in a very long time but I'm happier in the process not dealing with equipment that doesn't work. I'm also saving so much money because after each back shaver kept letting me down I finally went and was getting back waxings done and not only did it get pricey but it couldn't stand the pain. I was literally drinking beers before going to my sessions! lol Anyways, very happy with the results of this shaver. I thought I was the only one in this forum that had been a purchaser of the mangroomer and had the trimmer break on me. I bought the backspa back shaver not too long ago and not only is my back the smoothest it's been in a very long time but I'm happier in the process not dealing with equipment that doesn't work. I'm also saving so much money because after each back shaver kept letting me down I finally went and was getting back waxings done and not only did it get pricey but it couldn't stand the pain. I was literally drinking beers before going to my sessions! lol Anyways, very happy with... » Read More I thought I was the only one in this forum that had been a purchaser of the mangroomer and had the trimmer break on me. I bought the backspa back shaver not too long ago and not only is my back the smoothest it's been in a very long time but I'm happier in the process not dealing with equipment that doesn't work. I'm also saving so much money because after each back shaver kept letting me down I finally went and was getting back waxings done and not only did it get pricey but it couldn't stand the pain. I was literally drinking beers before going to my sessions! lol Anyways, very happy with the results of this shaver. « Show Less
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between it and an edger, I'd go with the edger. However, when my edger broke I used the Toro with no problem. It has a guide which is helpful, but had a tendency to go off line. When that happens the edges were not as nice and straight as the blade edger. I think with a little work it would be an easy replacement for an edger.