recommend a tree trimmer and cordless trimmer

17 years ago

I'm looking to purchase two tools: one, some type of cordless hedge trimmer, that would be small, light and inexpensive, as I really just want it to cut down ornamental grasses in the spring.

The second is some type of extendable tree trimmer, perhaps with a saw, for trimming 2-2.5" branches. Any suggestions?

Thanks!

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dmullen
17 years ago
I don't know about the hedge trimmer but for an extend able tree trimmer, Fiskars looks good to me.

I have another brand that I bought at a county fair and it is excellent but much more expensive than a Fiskars and I don't think it is any better.

Fiskars have been carried at Costco when they get all of their spring and summer merchandise in stock.

Another possibility would be a split shaft unit such as Echo or Shihl.

These allow you to put on the head of your choice. I am thinking about them so that I can have a gas powered hedge trimmer and pole pruner using the same handle.

I favor the Echo for these because of the handle they have that makes it easier to balance.

I own several Shihl tools and they are excellent machines but their trimmer feels heavier than the Echo.

You could look at the Echo in the tool rental department at Home Depot. A dealer should have the Stihls in stock.
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recommend a tree trimmer and cordless trimmer

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