I need to replace a fairly powerful electric strimmer. Having stripped down
the cutter head and seen the extent of the wear in the shaft and bearing I
think that a new machine is called for. The old strimmer is a Ryobi RET1000
so I am trying to find a replacement with at least the same, 1000W, power.

Any recommendations as to makes and suppliers ? SWMBO insists that petrol
power is not an option :-/