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Black & Decker LE750 Heavy Duty Edge Hog 2-in-1 Landscape Edger

You'll get great results with this Black & Decker heavy-duty Edge Hog landscape edger, one of the easiest-to-use pieces of equipment we've come across. You'll be thrilled with how quickly you can get to work, as assembly takes only a few minutes. This is an electric model, so you'll need an extension cord and an electric outlet handy, but you won't have to deal with gas or oil. And it's so quiet you can edge at any time of day--even early Saturday mornings--without worrying about waking up the neighbors.

We found the Edge Hog has plenty of power in its 2-1/4-horsepower motor for both edging and trenching, and it's easy to switch from one to the other by simply raising or lowering the edge guide. The edger weighs only 12 pounds, which allows for easy transportation and great maneuverability around curved paths, but makes it more difficult to maintain a straight line when you're tackling a lawn that hasn't been edged in a while. If you're digging out quite a bit of dirt along with the edge you're creating, it takes some effort to keep the unit stable.

Undoing a screw toward the front of the edger and raising or lowering its leading wheel easily adjusts the depth of the edge groove you're making along with your edge. The unit can also be adjusted to fit the height of the user more comfortably by changing the angle on the guide handle. The blade requires only a pull of the trigger to start instantly and, unlike many gas models, stops as soon as the trigger is released---an important safety feature.

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30 day no-risk satisfaction guarantee and full two-year warranty;

Exclusive pull up edge guide converts edger to landscape trencher;

3-position blade depth adjustment for control of cut;

2-1/4 hp high torque motor tackles tough overgrowth;

Adjustable handle;

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Customer Review:

Boss Edger

This is a great machine. I have Zoysia grass which has not been edged for over 15 years. The Boss Edger cut right through it (in some places had to make a couple of passes but nonetheless it cut right through it) and made a tough task easier than I expected. Highly recommend the Boss Edger.

good out of the box

It worked as advertised out of the box. Easy to assemble and operate. The real test will be how it is working 5 years from now.

Gets the Job Done for Light Work

Having used this edger for a year, I can say that it is suitable for light work in dry conditions. As soon as the going gets heavy then multiple passes are needed. If the lawn has any moisture at all, then it clogs frequently. The guide is inadequate and care must be taken to ensure the blade remains in the turf and off the concrete. Blade wear hasn't been an issue for me. If you are dead set against gas edgers, try this one.

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Keywords: Electric; Landscaping Tools; Edgers;

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PUR-Hose PUR-14X050 1/4" x 50' Polyurethane Air Hose

This is possibly the best air hose we've seen. Light polyurethane construction takes the bulk out of it, meaning easier transport, but it's super tough and will not kink or crush, no matter how you abuse it. Rubber hoses become difficult to maneuver when the temperature drops, but this one's light and flexible even in temperatures below zero. You can't see inside rubber hoses, but this one's translucent enough to let you see if you've got contaminants in the line. If you're running a pneumatic tool, you ought to be running your air through this.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste

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Re-usable hose ends;

Lightweight;

Flexible to -40 degrees;

2.5-inch bend radius;

Low drag resistance;

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Customer Review:

Lightweight and easily repaired

I just purchased the second 1/4" PUR-Hose, and will probably order a 3/8" next. The 1/4" hose is great for most air nailers and is especially handy if you do any detail work. It does not coil any easier than an older rubber hose, but is well worth the purchase for its lightweight. Get a 3/8" if you use any high cfm tools (Sanders, spray equip, etc)

Great addition to my tool box

Very light and easy to work with. Does not stretch when pulling on it. Great product.

Wave of the Future

For a homebuilder, the polyurethane hoses are heaven-sent. They are super light, durable, tangle and kink resistant. A huge plus for us is the supreme flexibilty even in sub-zero weather, since we work year round. I highly recommend this product to all who use air driven tools, especially outdoors.
Ron Warnke
Ron Warnke Homes

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Keywords: Air Tools; Hoses;

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DEWALT DW920K-2 7.2-Volt Heavy Duty Cordless Screwdriver Kit

Cordless screwdrivers are nothing new, but this model from DeWalt puts a heavy-duty twist on the idea, and professionals are sure to appreciate it. DeWalt's 7.2-volt has the most powerful battery pack of any cordless screwdriver on the market, without sacrificing compact design. This screwdriver gets into all the tight spots cordless drills can't, and unlike other cordless screwdrivers, it won't leave you wishing for more power once there. Its 80 inch-pounds of torque is beyond even the toughest competing model, and with 16 clutch settings, it's easy to avoid stripping out screws. We also like this tool's quick-change keyless chuck and the extra maneuverability provided by the two-position handle. This is a generous kit, including the driver, a charger, two batteries, two bits, and a tough case. It may not be a revolution, but it does seem to be the first serious cordless screwdriver designed with professionals in mind. --Brian Trinen

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Industrial quick release keyless chuck makes bit changing quick and easy;

Adjustable two-position handle adjusts for working in confined areas;

7.2-volt motor delivers 0-500 rpm and 80 in./lb. of torque;

Variable-speed trigger and reversing operation;

16-position adjustable clutch provides precise torque adjustments;

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Customer Review:

my goto tool

I'm really surprised I haven't burnt this little driver up or fried the batteries. I use it for everything. I'm a big fan of the bits with the hex loc (whatever they're calling it) I have one of the big craftsman sets of drill bits and driver bits. I swear I didn't need to buy my 18V dewalt drill at all because I use the 7.2 for things I wouldn't have thought it could handle. I drove most of the screws in my deck with this thing. With the craftsman bit set, and the 7.2...I rarely need any other tools when I'm doing little jobs around the house. In fact...I use my dewalt 4pak combo so little, the batteries stopped working. (that's a whole different peev with DW). I cringed at the price of the 7.2, but I dont regret it. I only have three complaints. 1) I cant find a holster anywhere that will hold this thing securely. It flaps around or slides out of every holster I've tried. They should have included some kind of holder and even included the little asessory flip pouch I paid extra for. At $100, you'd think it would be a no brainer. 2) It is just a little heavy for a general purpose driver. I almost bought one of those little millwaulkee ones(2.4V I think), but the price wasn't much better, and it cant drill or do half what the dewalt can. With a bit in the dewalt, the sheer size and weight make it a bit clumsy when you have it on your hip (even more reason to include a special holster). 3) They should have included more adjustability in the pivot. I use it locked at the angle all the time, but sometimes I wish it would lock at degrees inbetween. It would be nice if it would bend a bit further also. (I'm sure 90degrees would be out of the question, but I'm no engineer). Okay...well I just thought of a 4th idea...They should make a small regular chuck that you could slip in there, just in case you need to use a bit without the hex-loc. All in all...this is one of my favorite tools in the garage.

very useful tool

I love using this driver. Its got plenty of umph for its size.

Great Cordless Screwdriver!!!

I own numerous cordless drills and cordless screwdrivers. This one really fills the gap. Light weight and strong power, for its size. I do a lot of electrical work, which entails drywall repair amongst other things. It has enough power to drive drywall screws in, yet small enough to get into those small places. I wouldn't sheet rock a room but it's great for small jobs. Attaching cabinet hinges, electrical work and driving hex nuts, it works great in all applications. Really beats the pants off of the B&D 3 volt screw drivers. The clutch has excellent range. At the 1 setting you can drive screws into a switch face plate without breaking the plate. The higher numbers correspond almost exactly to the release pressure of my other DeWALT drills.

I knocked off one star due to the poor quick release design. By the way, it hasn't been fixed. When you push the sleeve back, towards the screw driver, it releases the bit. Like others have said, when you bump it or put it in your tool belt the bit can release. It hasn't been a huge problem, just an annoying issue. The problem is that there is a small spring that helps release the bit. So it shoots it across the room. It really doesn't make any sense, since their impact drivers have the release mechanism going in the opposite direction. That said, I would buy this again and recommend it to anyone. Hopefully, some day, DeWALT will act on these reviews. For the price this is a great deal. The batteries have long run times and the charger is the latest 3 mode version which allows you to leave the battery in the charger all the time without damaging the battery. In fact that is what they recommend, keep one in the charger at all times. It charges, conditions and then maintains a trickle charge after that. I wish that I would have purchase this item long ago. Have fun.

Update: I have now been using this tool for about 6 months. It still works flawlessly. I would like to add a note on the quick release. I think that DeWALT's thinking on the way the bit releases is for ease of use and quick action. Typically if you are using this tool, you will be changing from flat head to phillips again and again. By tapping the release the bit quickly pops out and to attach a new one you just shove it in. If, like on their impact driver, you had a locking mechanism it would be more difficult to release and install the bit. This is supposed to be for light duty work. This cordless screwdriver is now the first tool into my bag for any project. I can't imagine leaving home without it.

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Keywords: DeWalt; (De Walt); Cordless Tools; (Volt); (V); In-Line Screwdrivers;

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Leatherman 934850 Quick-Release Pocket Clip and Lanyard Ring

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Pocket Clip;

Lanyard Ring;

Works with New Wave, Charge Ti, Charge Xti;

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Keywords: Hand Tools; Multi-tools; (Swiss Army Knives); (Knife); (Multitools);

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