With all the gloating, I wanted to join in...

[John Weber]

I sold a couple seldom used lawn and garden items on ebay and treated myself to a new trimmer. It's a upper end non-professional model and works like a charm. I was given a Stihl blower last fall and have been very impress, so when I went trimmer shopping they were the first place I stopped. It's a model FS 55 RC (the one on the left), and is a real joy compared to my old trimmer. I guess I now know why everyone loves thier Stihl chainsaws, although my Jonsered still gets the job done. Not really wood working, but a new toy, er tool all the same.

John

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[Keith Outten]

John.

I have the Stihl Edger and their blower as well. The commercial models are definately worth the price...they last longer and start every time with little effort. I use a Shindy commercial trimmer and the fastest mower on earth :)

More Power!! :)

[Joe Suelter]

I also bought a Stihl, I asked for another spark plug the day I bought it, the guy looked at me like I was nuts...said 'what for? you'll never need it!' Three years later, it still fires first pull! I love that!

[John Weber]

The other nice thing about Stihl is you can only buy from a dealer. While I was there the guy took time out from helping a guy looking at a $7000 mower to sell me a $200 trimmer. Good old Mom and Pop type dealer. What should I trim today...

John

[Dan Mages]

I have a 24v cordless Toro trimmer. I was surprised how well this thing works! It has more than enough power to get my yard done.

Dan

[Stefan Antwarg]

Yeah, those stihl tools are nice. Several weeks ago I also purchased a new trimmer. I went for the fs80 because I wanted to have more options for the blade. The 55 was the other I was deciding on.

Stefan

[Chris Padilla]

Ha, ha! Good gloat, John! I think this could work on the Main Page. Just say something like, "I will use this on the lathe to get an interesting textured finish!" :D

I have a battery-operated B&D weed eater. I love not having a cord but it is a bit on the heavy side. It has been trouble-free for nearly 5 years.

[John Weber]

Stefan, Yes the FS80 a sweet machine, I almost went for the upgrade, but thought I would save the extra dollars for something else down the road. I live in town so only need a string trimmer.

Chris, now that would be something, lathe running standing 5 feet away holding a running trimmer. I don't think it falls in the category of safety first. However, the Stihl will cut like heck.

John

[Stan Smith]

Stihl is a great brand. I have a 009 chain saw and switched down to a 12" bar. It starts on the 1st pull even after sitting all winter. It has always cut through everything like butter, too (well, except for that black locust). For trimming, I have a DR trimmer, 7hp commercial model. It cuts through the weeds, even wet ones, with no problemo. I had a 3.5hp version but it was a little weak for the tough weeds here. I also have a DR power wagon for hauling stuff around the property. Another great tool. I've had some bad experience in dealing with the management at Country Home Products, though.

Stan