Is this B&amp;D electric grass trimmer really only 18 inches long as Amazon.com says? This is very small and would only come to my knees. Much stooping.
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Of course not it is a normal length trimmer.Maybe they measures the sections.
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I think something is wrong. I'm a 79 yr old female (105#) and I can alter the height. Usually long grass might need cutting at 3.5". I usually do 3" tall strips......rake if necessary and then lower to 2" height and cut again. I'm very happy with this mowing gem. It's good exercise :) Anngee
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No, Roberta, it is not. It's the same as a hand clipper, only with a longer handle. I have a small yard, and I prefer it over a week-eater, because it doesn't toss the clippings all over and into the rocks. It's also nice for light trimming in higher places.
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the shortest you can make it is with one section about 3 feet. even at this length it is easy to use. I have used this a lot and works great, goes through bar oil so keep stock. some people have complained about battery charge length, I can tell you if you hold this above your head for a 1/2 hour your arms are tired. I usually cut a bunch for 20 minutes or so and while it is charging do some clean up. hope this helps.George
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I have almost an acre and it takes me about 45 minutes to trim. So far I've never run out of charge. I usually take a short break between the front and back yards.
1011046
This is an electric hedge trimmer, you have to drag a heavy duty electric cord with you, not difficult. I'm 74 and I just trimmed my sons hedge this morning.
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The cutting portion is maybe 8 inches, but, that said, the ability for it to "cut" through anything is zero to none. I tried it this year to cut back my lithrope and it wouldn't even cut that. Unless you plan to shred butter the hedge trimmer portion isn't worth squat. The grass cutter works good though,
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I have my Black & Decker for about 3 years now and I can tell you that it was not designed for wet grass, even the manual will tell you that, on dry grass it does wonders, as far as heavy grass I have mine set up on setting #5 which is the highest, however, my lawn is tall fescue and it cannot be cut too short, and if it gets too heavy most likely you may have to do a double pass or you'll get many pop ups, I mow my lawn once a week and if I keep it to a certain height I don't have any problems the following week.
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Sounds too short, ur talking just a little over 8'. If you have Garden Ridges around u they had a short one when I ended up buying this one
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Dear Batty, this is a very weak edger/trimmer. Tough grass (concrete or no concrete) is too much for this edger/trimmer. We returned it for a refund and would not recommend this unit to anyone. Hope this helps.
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First time using it, my grass must have been at least 6in. That said, I did have to pass twice in some spots and it takes a lot more physical strength pushing it. I had to start from a patch that had no grass to get it cutting but once i got it going it did the job
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The center spindle is probably 4.5 - 5" across, if you cut the string short to say, extending two inches on a side, it would presumably cut a swath appx 8.5" wide. It would be complicated if this were a small space that had high edgings, like a high concrete curb or other, due to the wheels. Thing is, it's not a real "golf course," type trimmer. The finish won't be smooth like a nice mower. This is more for rough stuff.
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The one I bought is only 10 feet long and I bought it because it is safe to drink from and I need to fill large pots to boil water outside. I think you can get something less expensive and longer for your lawn.
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Mine is 16" total length. It works fine for me for medium to light duty lawn thatching, which is all I need it for.
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The manual states 1-4". I have not used it on the highest mark as that seems really high! I did let part of the lawn get out of hand while doing some landscaping and of course the mower will just push down some very tall growth. Keep in mind that the best way to handle tall weeds is to get rid of the weeds in your lawn! What I found was if I set the mower as low as I could (and still push it) that it actually cut the long grass (and weeds) better but it was then very very short. You can set it low enough to scalp the lawn but of course it is hard to push at that low height. I have mine set at three notches up from lowest. This mower is for people who will keep up with their lawn care and keep a normal residential lawn. If someone has a weedy overgrown lawn and only wants to mow once or twice a month they might want to get something else. (and please don't move next door to me!)
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Here is some perspective. I used to have some acreage out in Oregon, and I had serious brush and high grass. I would NOT recommend this tool for farm-strength weeds & growth. I think its simply asking too much from a battery-powered trimmer. You need a gas-powered version to deal with the heavy stuff. I bought this model for my home in town, and it handles everyday yard trimming quiet handily, and I am impressed at how long the battery cell packs last. I can routinely get about 2-yards worth before I have to switch packs. But then, I am only using it to trim walk-ways, sidewalks, and flower beds. Here is some perspective. I used to have some acreage out in Oregon, and I had serious brush and high grass. I would NOT recommend this tool for farm-strength weeds & growth. I think its simply asking too much from a battery-powered trimmer. You need a gas-powered version to deal with the heavy stuff. I bought this model for my home in town, and it handles everyday yard trimming quiet handily, and I am impressed at how long the battery cell packs last. I can routinely get about 2-yards worth before I have to switch packs. But then, I am only using it to trim walk-ways, sidewalks, and... » Read More Here is some perspective. I used to have some acreage out in Oregon, and I had serious brush and high grass. I would NOT recommend this tool for farm-strength weeds & growth. I think its simply asking too much from a battery-powered trimmer. You need a gas-powered version to deal with the heavy stuff. I bought this model for my home in town, and it handles everyday yard trimming quiet handily, and I am impressed at how long the battery cell packs last. I can routinely get about 2-yards worth before I have to switch packs. But then, I am only using it to trim walk-ways, sidewalks, and flower beds. « Show Less
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Only used it without the attachments to edge up my line. It takes it down to an eighth of an inch with the smallest attachment. Any shorter, you may as well take a razor and shave it bald!