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Black & Decker 12-Inch Trimmer/Edger ST4000

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Black & Decker 12-Inch Trimmer/Edger ST4000

Date Published: 3/9/06

The Black & Decker ST4000 12-Inch Trimmer/Edger delivers the economical one-two punch of both a string trimmer and edger.

The 12-inch cutting swath clears a nice-sized path, and the 3.5-amp motor powers the line through fairly heavy grass or weeds. Once you've cut the grass down to size, you can press a button, twist the head, and flip down the metal guide to edge along the sidewalk or driveway.

This unit also features an adjustable assist handle, which lets you choose a comfortable stance. The ST4000 is small enough and light enough (just 4 pounds) to make storage a breeze, and its compact design lets you trim and edge to your heart's content without too much fatigue.

Unlike higher-end models, this unit utilizes the standard bump-and-feed system as opposed to the newer centrifugal line release system. It's a minor quibble, though. The Black & Decker ST4000 still holds up as a user-friendly, cheap, and compact combination unit.



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2 years



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