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one of our 46 recommended String Trimmers
Toro 51830
Pros
- Trimmed cleanly in a single pass.
- Edged quickly, leaving a smooth, clean edge.
- Cut down tall grass and weeds aggressively.
- Easy to handle and control.
- Quieter than most trimmers.
- Has two cutting strings for faster, more aggressive cutting.
Cons
This model had no discernible flaws in its performance.
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