Solid run through of the attachment man. I bet that is super nice to have around the pool area. You're lookin' like a seasoned pro with it already. Good stuff! I wanted in that pool! Love that liner color!😎
Thanks, buddy, I used to hate trimming around the pool, wife would fuss at me for getting grass in the pool. 🤣 Then I’d have to vacuum… the drill. 😂 Yeah, we just put in a new liner. I went with the darkest blue they had. Thanks for watching! 👍😎
If you have a Kombi head or want to get into them then these are nice. I’ve had the Kombi head for over 10 years and love it with all the attachments. Hope to get the Kombi battery head… on my wishlist. That Japanese rotary head is great if you are invested in the Ego line or similar. Thanks for watching!! 👍😎⛳️
This is a proper review! If only I found it before buying this expensive tool. I use it with battery powered KMA 130 R (power supply through cable), where center of gravity is even further to the front. I was about to return everything, but decided to try it with an extended handle, similar to what you are using, and it works like a miracle! The trimmer itself is a great product, and the assembly with battery powered motor is very lite, but like you mentioned, the tool angle and center of gravity is totally weird. Stihl definitely earned one big black dot in my book.
Great, informative video for someone (me) who only uses a string trimmer and edger for my crisp lines. I'm debating purchasing this attachment. I'm currently researching how to get crisp lines on the front of my lawn up next to the asphalt. It doesn't have a curb. In this video it appears you've got the same situation and a pretty straight line over there. Do you have a video in your library that displays your technique and equipment for this task?
Thanks! I actually use a string trimmer to keep that line on the rock beds. I mostly use the reciprocator to hit those spots I don't take the reel mower and also around the pool so it doesn't throw grass/debris in the pool.
Nice rock beds! I am looking to do this project. Did you place landscape fabric under the rocks or do you place the rocks directly on the soil? Thanks!
They are locally sourced river rock from a supplier not to far from my house. I had them dump roughly 4 yards of them on the side of my property and used a pull cart on the back of my mower. Hard work! Most bags are .5 cubic feet so, in bags, that would be about 216 bags (if my math is correct) - that's a lot.
I just bought this. I totally agree is is unusable without the darwin grip. The head angle or shaft length is designed for someone only 5 feet tall. What a terrible design stihl. i rang stihl australia to ask to speak to the technical department about the design. NO you must go back to dealer and complain to the guy who sold it. Why? he didn't design it.
It is made for pushing the nose end into dirt or gravel, to safely trim in trash near cars and windows without throwing stones or sand. Yes, as a short grass cutter it needs these alterations but for what I use it for it is perfect as it is.
@@wayneessar7489 I have hit a few small pebbles with mine and its sounds horrible and damages the blades as you would expect. since its just a rotary brush cutter an adjustable head brush cutter would do the same job but much faster and far cheaper. what's the difference ?
@@matthewheffernan3877 The reciprocating blades go back and forth over a short distance, less than a third of the circumference of the tool. It is easy to sharpen with modest tools. Watch Jason Gardeners review of 4 years ago to see it working in dirt, rocks and gravel. I use a string trimmer for most things but I learned my lesson destroying my own side window on my truck. Some folks report using it under water to cut weed stalks, I have never tried this. Because I am resting the domed washer on the dirt I can slice weed or grass growth in my cities poorest conditions, not injure bystanders or car windows or paint finishes and meet my contract requirement without being a garbage man. This tool is for special conditions, I was the first in my area to purchase a spare blade set and it shines at what it does for me.
Solid run through of the attachment man. I bet that is super nice to have around the pool area. You're lookin' like a seasoned pro with it already. Good stuff! I wanted in that pool! Love that liner color!😎
Thanks, buddy, I used to hate trimming around the pool, wife would fuss at me for getting grass in the pool. 🤣 Then I’d have to vacuum… the drill. 😂 Yeah, we just put in a new liner. I went with the darkest blue they had. Thanks for watching! 👍😎
It’s way too overpriced be good
Love it!! I truly can’t decide between this attachment and the rotary scissors.
If you have a Kombi head or want to get into them then these are nice. I’ve had the Kombi head for over 10 years and love it with all the attachments. Hope to get the Kombi battery head… on my wishlist. That Japanese rotary head is great if you are invested in the Ego line or similar. Thanks for watching!! 👍😎⛳️
This is a proper review! If only I found it before buying this expensive tool. I use it with battery powered KMA 130 R (power supply through cable), where center of gravity is even further to the front. I was about to return everything, but decided to try it with an extended handle, similar to what you are using, and it works like a miracle! The trimmer itself is a great product, and the assembly with battery powered motor is very lite, but like you mentioned, the tool angle and center of gravity is totally weird. Stihl definitely earned one big black dot in my book.
Agreed, I recently switched over to their battery head and love the Kombi lineup even more. 👍
The Darwins grip looks nice. I have seen this alot lately, I need to look into getting one. Great video Sunny!
I only used it once before this video and it is a big help on my back.
Great, informative video for someone (me) who only uses a string trimmer and edger for my crisp lines. I'm debating purchasing this attachment. I'm currently researching how to get crisp lines on the front of my lawn up next to the asphalt. It doesn't have a curb. In this video it appears you've got the same situation and a pretty straight line over there. Do you have a video in your library that displays your technique and equipment for this task?
Thanks! I actually use a string trimmer to keep that line on the rock beds. I mostly use the reciprocator to hit those spots I don't take the reel mower and also around the pool so it doesn't throw grass/debris in the pool.
Great video! What did you say you spray the blades down with? Thanks!
I use Fluid Film - amzn.to/3NvdoKb
My $70 string trimmer does the exact job in the same amount of time. Thanks no-thanks.
String trimmers are typically faster.
Is the Stihl quieter than the Idech/Sten powary rotary scissors? Is the Darwin grip angle adjustable?
Not sure if they are quieter. Yes, the Darwin grip is fully adjustable in all directions.
Crispy edges 💪🏼
Thanks!! 💪
Nice rock beds! I am looking to do this project. Did you place landscape fabric under the rocks or do you place the rocks directly on the soil? Thanks!
Yes, I placed some thick landscape fabric under the rock.
You will be saving lots not having to buy mulch each year! @@SunnyBermuda
Thx BYD....
Thanks! 👍😎
nice video Sunny
Thanks! 👍😎
What kind of rocks did you use as your mulch? Looks nice and how many bags or pallets of rocks did you use to fill it up?
They are locally sourced river rock from a supplier not to far from my house. I had them dump roughly 4 yards of them on the side of my property and used a pull cart on the back of my mower. Hard work! Most bags are .5 cubic feet so, in bags, that would be about 216 bags (if my math is correct) - that's a lot.
What does the Darwin and the Stihl attachment run $?
I honestly can’t remember. Maybe $350 for the attachment and $60 for the grip.
Did you do your pool fence yourself? Or higher someone?
I hired it out. Easy fence install, though. Would have done it if I had time.
@@SunnyBermuda I'm in the process of sourcing the materials
It’s a hedge trimmer in the shape of a wheel
Yes, sure is 😎
Good
Thanks! 👍😎
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I just bought this. I totally agree is is unusable without the darwin grip. The head angle or shaft length is designed for someone only 5 feet tall. What a terrible design stihl. i rang stihl australia to ask to speak to the technical department about the design. NO you must go back to dealer and complain to the guy who sold it. Why? he didn't design it.
Yep, I almost don’t like how they hide behind their dealer network. Great tool, but a bit flawed in the design.
It is made for pushing the nose end into dirt or gravel, to safely trim in trash near cars and windows without throwing stones or sand.
Yes, as a short grass cutter it needs these alterations but for what I use it for it is perfect as it is.
@@wayneessar7489 I have hit a few small pebbles with mine and its sounds horrible and damages the blades as you would expect. since its just a rotary brush cutter an adjustable head brush cutter would do the same job but much faster and far cheaper. what's the difference ?
@@matthewheffernan3877 The reciprocating blades go back and forth over a short distance, less than a third of the circumference of the tool.
It is easy to sharpen with modest tools.
Watch Jason Gardeners review of 4 years ago to see it working in dirt, rocks and gravel.
I use a string trimmer for most things but I learned my lesson destroying my own side window on my truck.
Some folks report using it under water to cut weed stalks, I have never tried this.
Because I am resting the domed washer on the dirt I can slice weed or grass growth in my cities poorest conditions, not injure bystanders or car windows or paint finishes and meet my contract requirement without being a garbage man.
This tool is for special conditions, I was the first in my area to purchase a spare blade set and it shines at what it does for me.
That said, looks as though your whole lawn could do with top dressing
Definitely
Scarify it first
Top dress the edges. Over time you’ll build up the lawn to the level of your path
Yes, I plan to do that. Thanks for the reminder. Heck, my whole yard needs top dressing.