Black & Decker HT018 3.0 amp 18-Inch Electric Dual Action Hedge Trimmer
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Black & Decker HT018 3.0 amp 18-Inch Electric Dual Action Hedge Trimmer
Customer Review: Almost perfect.
Summary: 4 Stars
The trigger lock can be difficult to engage; otherwise, it is perfect for trimming the bushes in our yard.Customer Review: Black & Decker 18" Hedge Trimmer
Summary: 5 Stars
I have 3 large shrubs, plus a hedge. We get a lot of rain up here, which makes them all grow faster then normal. For years I have had to cut these with a pair of hedge shears, and for years, its always been a hassle. Whats even worse, is when my hedge shears start to dull up, then they don't want to cut worth a darn. Thats when I find myself trying to use them karate style and looking like a complete idiot.
OPERATING: In old electric power equipment, while operating, the electric cord would get yanked out of the machine, all the time! But, since the year 2000, electric power equipment usually include a cord grabber, which keeps that from happening. I find that the blade is actually pretty sharp, sharper then my hedge shears for sure. lol
SHRUBS: When hedge trimming, what you want to do, is keep a good fluid, and even motion. For example, while cutting my shrubs, I like them to be round shaped. So, I like to go slowly, and let the trimmer do the work. I find that it cuts really well, and leaves a very clean and even cut. I was pretty happy with how my shrubs turned out, and never needed more power for the job at hand.
HEDGE: Hedges are the reason why hedge trimmers were made. Hedges are usually long, and require a lot of trimming to get them to look nice. I am sure you have passed by a business and said to yourself, "Oh, I wish my hedges looked that nice." The truth is, they can be, if you use a hedge trimmer. Never expect them to look nice, when cut with a hedge shear. I like to trim my hedges in the standard square shape, and I like them to be even.
Just like with the shrubs, I like to go nice and slow, to let the machine do the work. With hedges, I like to use a vertical sweeping motion, upwards and downwards. I find that this trimmer, cuts fine and even, just like with the shrubs. Though I don't need to, you can use pieces of string, to create a straight line to trim along. On the top of my hedge, I use a horizontal sweeping motion, moving slowly just like before. And just like before, it cuts finely and evenly, as long as I maintain my fluid motion.
DURABILITY: I find that the trimmer overall is pretty durable. The plastic handles, guard, and cord grabber, are made strong. And the switch and trigger are also made well. I don't feel that any of these parts are flimsy at all. The motor appears to be made strong, judging by the fact of how heavy the motor weighs. Like I said, B&D makes good power equipment. The blade however, does not feel to be commercial quality. The blade can, and will flex sometimes, so its highly important that you don't force it to do a job, it was not intended for.
CONCLUSION: I felt that this electric hedge trimmer by Black & Decker was quite good. I am a fan of their products and the implements they come up with. I felt the motor had plenty of power to get the job done, and I am happy with the length of the blade. Just remember, its for home use only, not to landscape somebody's 4 foot wide by 100 foot long hedge.
Customer Review: Blade not as long as expected
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought this unit to replace a 10+ year old B&D 16" trimmer. I figured that the extra 2" would come in handy, and wouldn't make the machine heavier. Surprise - because of the current design, the last 2" of the blade doesn't cut, so the 18" blade is exactly the same cutting length as my old 16" blade. Disappointing - should have been better described. Also the unit is somewhat heavier than my old 16" unit, and is noisier.
Despite all the issue - blade length, weight and noise, the unit cuts well, and is satisfactory. It is a decent value for the price paid.
The specific vendor I used was excellent - the unit was shipped promptly, packaged well and exactly as ordered.
Customer Review: Did the job right out of the box
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this trimmer to cut creeping fig that grows up and over my cinder block walls. It has never been trimmed so you can imagine the state it was in. I took the trimmer out of the box and it never got stuck. I'm glad I didn't get the 24", in tight spots it would have been a problem.Customer Review: Does the Job!
Summary: 4 Stars
The Black & Decker hedge trimmer really does the job. Simple to assemble, I first tested the trimmer after it arrived, since the box was damaged by the shipper. But no problems with the trimmer at all. It cuts easily, has enough power for thicker branches and the over all weight is managable. I bought it for its price and Black & Decker's reliabilty and would highly recommend to anyone looking for an inexpensive trimmer. I can't wait for my hedges to grow out again so I can use this trimmer again!