Handle looks cheap &amp; prone to bending or breaking or like it may pull out of or break the plastic feeder. Anybody have any of these issues?
383322
I have been using these for the past three years, and have NEVER had an issue with the handles. My feeders stay out 24/7, 365, and Oklahoma weather varies from 10 below to 112 degrees. I do not think you will have any issue with the handles. BTW, a 5 gal bucket will fill these perfectly, so no need to haul a 50 lb bag of cord out into the woods with you. I HIGHLY recommend these feeders. Battery life is great also, even with normal alkaline batteries.
51094
I have not had any issues with the handles; however the construction of this item is substandard. I'll be happy if I get 10 years out of this item.
2253021
Sorry, handle wasn't an issue, but threw it away after one use, the coating started flaking. Truly a piece of junk!
2088338
I have not had that problem with mine. However, I do not know how far up the metal handle goes under the rubber. All I know is that it works alot better for me than the plastic scoops! No complaints!
1600094
the handle is a very sturdy plastic. i have used mine several times already. works great..
1856912
Hello Saradipt, I actually bought the plastic frame fine grater from BBB last year and it's still holding up fine..I can't deny it's not as sturdy as the metal one but to be very honest I don't like my metal frame one! I am not sure if the one I've bought was defective or warped but the sharp edges are so protruding that every time I use it I cut myself!! So this will be up to you to go for the metal or the plastic frame. Hope this answer helps you!Regards.
1648159
I didn't have a problem with the main handle, but my first package did not come for with a screw for the lid. I think quality may be inconsistent, send it back! I am thoroughly enjoying the second one that arrived. Follow the seasoning directions...so important!!
1912529
Mine are picky too. I attached a a 45 degree elbow (pvc) to the chute. The I removed the bowl that came with it, elevated the feeder a couple of inches (with a wood platform) and installed a "ramp" (using a tiny toy dustpan). At the bottom center of the ramp I put a small triangular piece of wood, which diverts the food into separate sides of a rectangular double bowl when it is dispensed. If I remember later I will post a picture of it. It doesn't look all that great, but it works! I used industrial sticky velcro to hold the pvc pipe and bowl in place.
1735483
Yup, broken handle... Used the mower for approximately 2.5 years. The cheap, plastic black piece that holds the orange handle to the unit broke. The spring is still there so hubbie is trying fix it right now. He drilled out a hole where the cheap plastic was and is trying to insert a nut and bolt. Wish us luck... I was kind of fond of this mower, even if in the spring time I have to cut only half the grass at a time.
391214
The bowl "snaps into" the feeder and doesn't move if it is. It is a bit of a hassle to get the bowl to snap in but give it a shot. If done correctly both the feeder and the tray can be picked up by just lifting the feeder.
859629
Hi,I've owned two of these. They're my birds' favorite feeder. I broke the plastic insert when I dropped the feeder.Because the feeder isn't that expensive, I just purchased another one. Don't know if the plastic insert is avail separately, but I would suggest contacting the company. Here's the link to their website: http://www.homesteadbirdfeeders.com/Good luck!
1735480
Ditto - I've had two handles break so far...after having my old CMM1000 refurbished and turned into the CMM1200. The clamshell assembly is a PIECE OF JUNK!!! I sure hope B&D; redesigns this so I don't have to keep taking it in to get fixed (at least they've been doing it for free).
1277773
Not a very sturdy plastic, I can tell you that. The feeder arrived broken and was never used. I really don't think it was the type of plastic at fault but whoever packaged it. The box was too small so the feeder was crammed in it. When another package was thrown on top of it, the feeder broke.
1612216
Mine is about 4 years old now, and the plastic of the top handle is just now giving out. I intend to replace it with an exact duplicate of this.
235732
There is definite give and bend to the utensil. But in my opinion, that makes it less brittle and less likely to snap like your plastic utensils. Time will tell, but it feels like it'll last.
729818
The handle is very ridiculously hollow plastic. Mine broke after a slice to a cardboard box. Everything on this sword is great and then they put a super cheap joke of a handle on it. Be prepared for it to break after only swinging it, or know you will have to make a new handle.
455699
No I have not had a problem with the handle being to hot. Seems like it would cause it's metal but so far no problem at all.