Hedgetrimmers are currently being moved to the front line in the battle to keep the garden looking spruce and needless to say a good machine is essential.
So here’s one of the best you can buy, Japanese made and powerful enough to cope with serious work.
The Tanaka THT-2000 Hedgecutter with Twist Grip Handle has a 22 cc petrol engine with the maker’s Sound Reduction System to keep the noise down – by 44 per cent according to the makers.
It has been designed for a long life with an electronic system to make starting easy.
And it weighs just 4.2 kg which, combined with the 4.2 kg light weight makes it comfortable to use over longer periods.
The dual reciprocating 51 cm blades will give a clean cut to leave the hedge looking its best and the handle twists round to make cutting corners and sides easier.
It costs £219, £70 less than the maker’s recommended price, is delivered free the next working day and has an extra-long five year warranty.
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