Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring

by Brome

Product Features

• Wild bird feeder with 6 feeding stations, adjustable perches, and optional cardinal perch ring
• Green powder-coated aluminum; reservoir made of UV-stabilized polycarbonate plastic
• 3-quart seed capacity; adjustable spring mechanism closes seed ports to deter squirrels
• Unique seed ventilation system; easy to assemble and disassemble for cleaning; 6-inch hanger included
• Measures 22 by 6-1/2 by 6-1/2 inches

Product Details

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• Product Dimensions: 6 x 6 x 23 inches ; 3.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0007LQ3RQ
• Item model number: 1024
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (567 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #144 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #3 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Backyard Birding > Bird Feeders & Accessories > Tube Feeders

Product Description

Squirrel Buster Plus Bird Feeder with Removable Cardinal Ring This posigrip ring system has been specifically designed to attract cardinals. These perennial favorites have two very distinct features: small necks and big feet. They prefer gripping a thick textured perch and facing their food source directly. Cardinals dislike turning their heads to feed. The Squirrel Buster Plus Cardinal Ring perch system allows them to eat facing the seed while providing a secure and comfortable perch. These cardinal friendly feeding features combined with a bush level location make Squirrel Buster Plus very inviting to cardinals. Thick, adjustable-length perches with textured surfaces provide a secure and comfortable grip for small birds. The seed ports will close automatically when a squirrel climbs onto the feeder. Birdwatch America's Best New Product Award. Seed capacity: 3 quarts. Squirrel Buster Plus is also easily assembled and dishwasher safe.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

236 of 240 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You can't buy a better feeder, December 23, 2005

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R. Weybright (Rock Island, Illinois) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring (Lawn & Patio)

This feeder is the best I've had, and I have had a bunch. It has a huge capacity so you don't have to fill it very often. It is almost impossible for squirrels to stand on and if they manage to get a foothold their weight closes the feeding ports so they can't get anything. You can adjust it to exclude large birds such as starlings and grackles. When it needs to be cleaned you just put it in the dishwasher. When an especially crafty squirrel tried to chew it's way in to my feeder I informed Brome about the damage and they sent me a replacement part for free! Squirrel busters have a lifetime warranty against squirrel damage. I have had mine for about 3 years and couldn't be happier with it. If you only have one bird feeder in your life this should be the one.

111 of 113 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best feeder!, January 8, 2006

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L. Schweikert (NE Ohio) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring (Lawn & Patio)

This is the second Squirrel Buster feeder I've bought. I've had the first one for over five years and am replacing an old feeder (not a Squirrel Buster). This feeder is the best feeder made to discourage squirrels from emptying seed. Our area is loaded with squirrels and they have tried everything to get to the seed in the feeder, with no luck. One time they did damage the feeding ports in an attempt to get at the sunflower seeds and when I contacted the company, they sent me a new part at no charge. Another time these darned squirrels actually chewed on the metal lid and again, the company sent me a new part. I would not hesitate to recommend this feeder to anyone, especially if you are bothered by raiding squirrels. The feeder is well made and holds quite a bit of seed (I use sunflower seeds in it)and is very easy to clean. It is well worth the cost. The customer service I've received from this company is absolutely top-notch.

110 of 114 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't let the high price scare you..., May 15, 2006

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M. Bergeron "Muziclvr" (Colchester, VT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring (Lawn & Patio)

My issue isn't squirrels, it's starlings and grackles. They'll empty a feeder in a day or two and keep the 'desired' birds from feeding. This feeder thwarts these pest birds better than any other feeder or feeder cage that I've tried. The smaller birds have no trouble getting to the seed and we've even had a pair of cardinals feed for the first time in the three years we've been feeding. I'm thoroughly satisfied so far with this item and am buying one for my father and one for my sister. Highly recommended.
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It does indeed deter squirrels as well, I watched one try again and again to acess this feeder to no avail. However, the local starlings have learned to grasp the cardinal ring and flap enough to partially open the feed ports (clever little buggers). The cardinal ring will be removed to eliminate that issue. The versitility of this feeder is wonderful.