Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1240 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Black & Decker
• Model: GS500
• Dimensions: 5.25" h x 3.65" w x 13.00" l, 2.60 pounds

Features

• Cordless grass trimmer provides freedom of movement with powerful and precise performance
• Ideal for detail grass trimming around flower beds, fences, walls, trees and bushes
• 3.6-volt NiCad rechargeable battery provides up to 35 minutes of charge
• Machine-sharpened blade retains sharpness; makes 5500 cuts per minute
• Blade length: 3 inches; 2-year full warranty

Amazon.com Product Description
When cutting grass, ever find yourself in a situation where a hand tool is not enough, but a full-size power tool is too much? Black & Decker's Black & Decker 3.6-volt cordless grass shear is just what you need for detail trimming work such as around flower beds, trees, fences, and retaining walls; we found it to be especially useful in small, delicate, or difficult-to-reach areas, such as around bushes, vines, and ornamental grasses. Modeled after sheep-shearing clippers, the quiet buzzing of this little machine will give your grass a safe trim without knocking down your prized petunias. Note that this model was not designed for large or lengthy jobs: the battery charge lasts only up to 35 minutes, and the 3-inch shearing blades will not cover ground as efficiently as the spinning line of a string trimmer. Although the unit is extremely lightweight and easy to maneuver, it does require that you keep the trigger pressed to engage the blades, which can cause hand fatigue after about 15 minutes of constant use. A safety latch prevents accidental start-up. This tool is backed by a full 2-year warranty.

Amazon.com Review
Ever find yourself in a situation where a hand tool is not enough, but a full-size power tool is too much? Black & Decker's cordless grass shear is just what you need for detail work around flower beds, trees, fences, retaining walls--you name it. Modeled along the lines of sheep-shearing clippers, the quiet buzzing of this little machine will give your grass a safe trim without knocking down your prized petunias. We found it to be especially useful in small, delicate, or difficult-to-reach areas, such as around bushes, vines, and ornamental grasses. Note that this model was not designed for large or lengthy jobs: the battery charge lasts only up to 35 minutes, and the 3-inch shearing blades will not cover ground as efficiently as the spinning line of a string trimmer. Although the unit is extremely lightweight and easy to maneuver, it does require that you keep the trigger pressed to engage the blades, which can cause hand fatigue after about 15 minutes of constant use. A safety latch prevents accidental start-up. --Michelle McSweeney

From the Manufacturer
The Cordless Rechargeable 3.6 volt Grass Shear (GS500) offers cordless convenience for precision trimming around flowerbeds, trees, stones and walkways. The rechargeable battery charges overnight and will run for approximately 35 minutes. The external battery charger plugs easily into any household outlet. Completing trimming tasks are much easier with the grass shear compared to manual shears. The 3-inch hardened steel blades allow for precise trimming and less wear. Weighing in at a mere 2.15 pounds, the GS500 is a feather-light grass shear allowing for less fatigue and more control. The on/off switch incorporates a lock-off position to prevent accidental start-up. The GS500 accepts Black & Decker's new upright extension handle (B&D model # GSH500), which offers the convenience of standing while using the grass shear making it very versatile. The GSH500 upright extension handle is sold seperately. 30 day no-risk satisfaction guarantee and full two-year warranty.

Customer Reviews

Wasted money
Design is poor as it gives me a cramp to hold the safety button AND the power button at the same time. But I never have the cramp for long since the battery doesn't hold a charge worth a sou. After just a few minutes cutting the battery loses enough power that the blades won't cut through anything thicker than air. Now after just a couple of years of light use the battery is completely dead. No replacement batteries available anywhere except "authorized repair" shops. My guess is that it would cost as much to replace the batteries as it did to buy the shears in the first place. I'm sorry I bought these.

Safety is too hard to use
While this is okay for light quick edging - it cuts through a reasonable thickness of grass & weeds - it is not easy turn on and keep on. The switch must be pushed forward and down with the thumb constantly in order to keep it on. Even in short bursts I still get a sore spot on the end of my thumb (forget about the ache in the knuckle). I have a friend with arthritus who can't even turn it on. My mom has an old one without the thumb safety switch and it is MUCH easier to use.
B&D, if you are reading this...PLEASE find a better switch. I've had mine for about 2 years and the already nasty switch is starting to go now. I have to jiggle it and adjust the pressure to get it to work at all.

Black & Decker 3.6-Volt Cordless Grass Shear #GS500
Great for clipping around the yard. Stays charged for hours. Good buy and great shipping time.