Well, it's been a week and I just want to say that I love this machine! For what I need it for, it couldn't be a better fit. There is no comparison to the Vermeer, which if I had to use for a week I'd set on fire and collect the insurance.
Productivity is way up and I'm back-logged on jobs I wouldn't even touch before. Couldn't be more pleased.
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Trimmin' bush and caring for flowers is good 'n' all...
but sometimes ya gotta let the big wood fly and pound the garden.