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Battery-powered hedge trimmers
On 27/08/2013 14:21, S Viemeister wrote:
On 8/27/2013 9:19 AM, Spider wrote: Well, we've finally ordered a battery-operated Bosch, so it will be interesting to see how it performs. I need to get some goggles now, otherwise I won't be able to use it. Which model did you order? It was the Bosch AHS 54-20 Li with a 36V battery pack. In fact, it came today! We charged up the battery and gave it a little test. RG had a go first, then I did. It's very good, and will be better when I've had a bit of practise. It certainly seems to be well made and the blade is *sharp*. Between us, we trimmed both small Euonymous microphylla hedges (approx 40ft long in total) and an almost 6ft yew specimen which I want to topiarise. We both had a bit of trouble persuading young, whippy shoots to feed themselves into the blade, rather than bending away, but I think that's part of acquiring the right technique. In fact, I think a helpful poster suggested something earlier in this thread, so I shall look back at that to see what was said. I can't properly comment on the time it took to charge because I think it was partially charged when it came. However, it was still going strong when we finished with it, so no problems. All in all, I'm very pleased with it. I may even have to plant more hedges or topiary subjects! Allowing for being seriously sensible and safety-concious, one might even be inclined to say it's fun. To put all this into perspective, I'm a 5ft 4" 58yr old blonde woman - if I can do it, anyone can do it! It's early days to recommend it without more useage, but I think I may be recommending in the not too distant future :~). Thanks everyone for your helpful advice, comments and links. It's all been worthwhile :~)). -- Spider from high ground in SE London gardening on clay |
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