Perfect set for a small-to-medium yard/garden, or touchups on a larger plot
344370
While they're not rugged enough for routine maintenance of a large yard/garden, this is the perfect set to maintain a small yard or garden, or for quick touch-ups on larger property. They charge quickly, and each charge seems to last about 15 minutes for the hedge trimmer/cutter, somewhat less for the pruner, definitely long enough for routine maintenance of a small yard.

I was frankly very surprised that such light tools did such a good job. Again, not suitable for heavy gardening, but great for smaller gardens/touch-ups.

I have a several acres, but I also have a much smaller courtyard, about the size of an average residential city yard, and this kit was just about right. The courtyard includes small trees, large shrubs, herbs, grass, and a few perennials. The hedge clippers worked well shaping the new growth of old evergreen shrubs, and the pruner handled the older growth well, as well as the branches on my young peach tree, and pruning out the nuisance mulberries that keep coming up along the foundation. The trimmer worked well for edging grass along sidewalks and flower beds, cutting back medium weeds at the edges of my vegetable garden, and cutting back flowerheads on herb beds.

The great thing about this set is that the pieces are lightweight, great if you have troubled wrists. They are much less effort/strain than operating their manual counterparts, but they do require a bit more effort than I would like to engage both the operational buttons and safety mechanism. Unlike larger garden power tools, including those with the removable batteries (which typically run a bit longer), these are quite lightweight, so although there's a little strain keeping the safety and triggers engaged, that strain isn't compounded by the weight of the tool itself. So you have a net reduction in hand/wrist/lower arm strain, vs. both manual tools and heavier power tools.

If you're sloppy about maintaining your yard, this set won't be enough for aggressive weed growth (you'll still need a weed eater), but if you keep up with it, this would even let you skip a weed eater/edger on a small yard.

It's a nice compact set for small spaces. I wish it came with a 2nd charger, as it's more of PITA to remember to rotate them to keep them both charged, but that's my only complaint.
4024929
Nice set, easy to assemble and neatly packaged,
573183
This is a wonderful set of knives for those starting a new kitchen, upgrading their kitchen or buying for a second kitchen (boat, RV, cottage).  Featuring  high quality full-tang knives from their Classic line, this set contains a 6" chef's knife, a 4.5" utility knife, a 3.5" paring knife, a pair of kitchen shears and a compact wood knife block.

Until now, most starter sets were either 2 or 3 piece sets of an 8" chef's knife plus a 3.5" paring knife or a large block of 12 assorted knives.  This set happily sits in the middle ground where it provides what is used the most often in a kitchen: prep knives, a chef's knife and a good pair of kitchen shears all compactly stored in a slim block.

I find that I use the 6" chef's knife from this set more than my 8" and if I need to cut something large (such as a watermelon) I go for my 10" chef's knife as the 8" is really too small for big tasks and too big for smaller tasks.  Sadly, the wood block included in this set will not hold a 10" chef's knife in the slot of the 6" but will barely hold an 8".

This Wusthof 5-piece set is available in 2 handle styles, the Classic and the Gourmet.  As to which one is better, depends on the size and shape of your hand.  It's a good idea to go a kitchen shop to try the grip.

This set is highly recommended as it contains the 4 most used tools in my kitchen.  Additional items I'd recommend would be an offset serrated bread knife and a Santoku if you do a lot of Asian food prep.
590584
just the right size and amount to start your garden plants..
3827725
We bought 7 sets to enclose our garden.  Definitely lighter weight quality, but so much more affordable than installing wrought iron.  Attractive addition to the yard.
1718271
Love this set! Exactly what I needed and an excellent quality.
1550542
I got this set in the blue floral (daisy) pattern and find it very cheerful and cute.  I realize the quality of tools and am aware of the limitations of this set.  It is meant for minor household tasks and quick fixes, and certainly not for a major construction job.  The set is made in China and distributed b KR Tools in California.  There is a lifetime warranty on the tools, for defects in materials or workmanship under normal use.

The set consists of a pair of quite sharp (serrated?) sissors, stamped "stainless steel", a 1/2" wide, 12 foot(3.5 meter) tape measure with a belt clip and 3 1/2" loop carrying strap, a 6 in 1 hammer (hammer, claw, and 3/16" and 1/8" slotted, #1 phillips, and 5/64" eyeglass screwdrivers), and a 6 in 1 screwdriver, containing #1 and #2 phillips, 3/16" and 1/4" slotted tips and 1/4" and 5/16" nut drivers.  These are held in securely with snap locks.

The hammer has a knurled handle that appears to be stainless steel. It unscrews from the head, revealing the screwdrivers, which are nested into each other. My set seemed to be made quite well and the threads worked smoothly.  The hammer felt substantial for it's size.

The screwdriver shaft also appears to be stainless and fits into a metal sleeve within the plastic handle.  The two steel tips are double-ended and reversible with a snap lock.

The tape measure has a plastic case, true zero measurement, auto return, and a slide-lock.

I have not put these tools to use yet but think they will be handy and useful for my needs around the house.  They would also be nice in an office situation, to tighten the screws in a drawer, to "fix" that stubborn computer, or discourage unwanted advances (ha!).

This set could be a thoughtful gift for a college student or someone getting a first apartment.  It's a handy second set of tools for those who find the first set seems to just disappear.  They are easy to spot and identify.  As one reviewer commented, "No man would be caught dead with these", or something like that.

If I find these don't hold up with use, I'll edit my review, but as of now, I think these could be a handy addition to your utility room or office.

3-2013- I just want to say that I have used these tools many times since writing my original review and they have worked well for the tasks intended.  They are all still in good shape and holding up nicely.  My sissors got "lifted" once but after reminding the person whose they were, are back in the drawer once again. ;-)  They are quite a cheery and useful set to have around the house!

2-2017-  I see that this set is still for sale and just want to say that I'm still using mine.  I've had it in the house tool drawer and it's come in handy numerous times and all items are still intact and working well.  The colorful handles make me smile as I know that my hubby won't carry them off for his tool kit. HA!  Unless they aren't made as well as they were 7 years ago, they are worth the price.
837350
Well made and a great value. This is exactly what I needed to work in small spaces that have very little clearance around them for larger tools. I saw it recommended by Cool Tools, and I would definitely recommend this set.
2948864
I just moved, with some other young adults, into an apartment with an urban garden out back.  My housemates and I are learning how to garden pretty much from scratch.  This set is the perfect size for our small apartment, while having everything we need to take care of this new responsibility.  So far, every included item has proven useful.  I would be remiss if I forgot to add, it is also very cute!  We will get plenty of use out of this set.
1018815
Great set that works well for a reasonable price
3279460
Great small set for small patio or balcony
395786
perfect  for small areas, easy  to use, looks good
2987380
This set is perfect for starting your garden, year after year after year. Very durable and VERY well made! Why spend money on those expensive peat pots year after year? Get this set ONCE and EASILY make your own. Absolutely terrific for starting seeds, then transplanting the growing plants without ever touching the delicate plantlings. Just can't say too many good things about this! If you are a gardener of either flowers or especially of vegetables like we are, get this set!!
4096921
Perfect set for my 5 year old granddaughter to garden alongside me! The tools are sturdy enough to be useful and it is great to have the little tote to put them away in. I believe we will get many years of use from these and then be able to pass them down to the next little gardener. Definitely worth the cost.
2444801
Great set. Easy to assemble and good quality. Looks great in our backyard.
4060641
I love the length of the handles--not too long for all-purpose craft painting.  I have plenty of long-handled brushes, and this set was just what I was looking for. The 12 sizes cover all possible scenarios.

The heads are nicely shaped; symmetrical on all sides.  Tension of the synthetic bristles is not too soft, not to stiff--just right!

The ferrule is quality and the bristles are held in firmly.

I do like the synthetic bristles:  They are easy to work with and easy to clean.

The set is simply packaged, but in a way that protects the shape of the brush heads.  I've not found that with all the brushes I've received from other vendors.  To me--protecting the brush heads during shipping--is important.

*I received a sample product from Ishua.
2876558
The size of this field box is 4 1/2 by 6".  It's actually the same box as the 24 half pan set, which I also have, but couldn't resist getting the larger set.  The extra line of 6 half pans just means that it has one less sponge than the 24 pan set, and the waterbrush (divided into two parts) is stored in the space where the second sponge is in the 24 pan kit.  The paints/pigments are not quite artist quality but still deep, and rich, very good, mostly transparent.  The peach (Jaune Brilliant) is the only one that seems a little opaque.  The case and palate is very sturdy, and has a convenient thumb ring on the bottom.  It's hard to resist a field kit that is so compact and so handy.  However the insert that holds the half pans is thin styrene and I'm not sure how well it will hold up  Note that the half pans paints are firmly fixed in the styrene, they are not in individual pans like, for example, the Winsor and Newton field kits, so swapping or refilling colors may be more than just adding a new half pan.  But you could always add liquid color to an empty pan and let it dry. The case doesn't snap shut very tightly, you may want to reinforce it with a rubber band around it.  The Koi waterbrush is also easy to use and of good quality.  You can put  a 4 x 6" watercolor postcard in the lid and use the lid as an easel of sorts, but you can't store paper in this field kit, not a block of postcards at any rate, maybe there's room for a couple of sheets. The mixing area can be set up on the right or left side of the case, and has five wells for mixing.  The back or lid of the case can be used for mixing  or as an easel to hold a 4 X 6 watercolor postcard.  The case has room only enough for the contents- not even for a short handled brush. But what is in it is basically enough for a compact field kit.  This is a very desirable field kit for any watercolor artist.

This set contains the following colors:
Chinese White, Lemon Yellow, Areoline Hue, Permament Yellow, Permanent Yellow Deep, Permanent Orange

Jaune Brilliant, Vermillion Hue, Cadmium Red Hue, Crimson Lake, Quinacridone Rose, Purple

Cobalt Blue Hue, Cerulean Blue Hue, Ultramarine Hue, Turquoise Blue, Prussian Blue, Indigo

Permanent Green Pale, Permanent Green, Viridian Hue, Permanent Green Deep, Sap Green, Olive Green

Yellow Ochre,  Light Red, Burnt Umber, Sepia, Payne's Gray, Ivory Black