Customer Reviews

Factory Reconditioned Black & Decker GH400R 12" Grass Hog String Trimmer

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I've just returned my second B&D string trimmer for the same mechanical problem -- the spool flies off while in use. The grooves holding the spool onto the drive shaft eventually strip. I used this product approximately twice a month during the grass-cutting season (March through October)...not heavy use in my opinion. I can only recommend that you not waste your time on this product.

The metal left hand grip is attached to the handle with a flimsy plastic part that breaks from the vibrations of normal use. Mine broke after about 3 years of infrequent use in the Northeast. I stored the unit in a dark garage, so UV could not have been a factor. They should have named it "Glass Hog" instead of "Grass Hog". The time and effort required to replace the part, plus the cost of the part plus shipping, makes it uneconomic to repair the trimmer. Black & Decker design their products to last for the 2-year warranty period but not much more.

This is a great deal on this trimmer, I have seen it for 79-99 $ in stores and this is just what I need and with free shipping too!