Black & Decker 12v Cordless Trimmer

Only problem is the charge does not last that long but that is no problem. Its weight is good but like any other weed cutter seems to aggravate a sore back.......oh well but I love it............

I bought this last year and it worked well the whole season and I have a big yard. Never did run out of string. Many say charge doesn't last, mine didn't either. So I started trimming half the yard before I mow then put it on the charger for an hour and I can finish it in one day, not two. I'm buying one for my daughter as it far more friendly that a gas trimmer.

I wanted an affordable, recharchable trimmer and this is it. The battery doesn't last more than 10 or 15 minutes, but I am fat, old and arthritic, so it lasts just as long as I do. If you can afford it, go for the 18 volt. I've had it 3 months and far I've had no trouble with the auto line feed. I am 5'6" tall, it fits my body perfectly, and is easy on my small hands.

Pros: Can’t beat the price: $59 bucks. Shut up! I really like the ergonomics of this tool. It feels good when I’m holding it. Small, compact and ready for action. This is important to me. If I don’t like the way a tool feels in my hands, it’ll never leave the store. Some of the trimmers are big and clunky. It’s easy to manipulate. Traversing around objects is quite simple because of the size of the guard around the string spool. No problem cutting tough St. Augustine grass here in Florida. It has plenty of power. Changes from trimmer to edger so easy a “cave man can do it”. I can walk along edging without bending my lower back. This is important. It makes the job real easy. The product is very well made. I like the no rust aluminum shaft. The CST1100 trimmer fits nicely on its charger/rack and out of the way when I’m not using it. This tool is so quiet you’ll have to check to see if it’s working. And, guess what? No gas means: no trips to the gas station, no smelly containers to maintain. No power cords means: no cords to unwind before the work is done, no cords to wind up after the work is done and no cords to trip over while the work is being done. It all adds up to cost savings. Cons: If you are looking to annoy your neighbor with a noisy tool don’t buy it because it’s too quiet. This tool is not made for large yards or commercial use. There is only one battery and it can’t be removed and replaced with a fully charged battery once it’s discharged like the more expensive model. Suggestions To Black and Decker: I really like this tool for use by the average homeowner. You need to manufacture the same tool, CST1100, the same size, with an interchangeable battery like the larger model and an adjustable aluminum shaft for height adjustment. I tried the larger model in the store and it feels too cumbersome. If I can’t imagine myself using it, why would I buy it? It felt like I was holding a bazooka in my hands.

Was exactly the product I was looking for. Easy to start and starts every time. Is light weight so easy for me to handle.( I am elderly and live alone do all my own yard work) It recharges quick enough so am able to use two sometimes three times a day for short periods so doesn't tire me out. Think it is an excellent product for a woman.