Testimonials - Archives
A hallmark of all Shindaiwa products is their outstanding performance and reliability. Designed for tough professional use and longest possible life, Shindaiwa products are purchased time and time again by satisfied and loyal customers.Below is just a sample of the many testimonials we have received from loyal Shindaiwa customers like you. Share your own Shindaiwa experiences. View more customer testimonials.
"Have been using a Shindaiwa 575 saw for 2 seasons now. I am very pleased with the performance and would put it up against any other professional saw on the market. I would buy another one as a replacement should it become necessary. "
Tim H.
Johnstown , NY.
Aug 22 , 2007
"I've recently bought a Shindaiwa trimmer. The T230 was the one my dealer recommended. I used that trimmer the day after I got it for 9 hours straight on a HUGE job. It didn't overheat once. The only time it stopped was when it was out of gas. I got the new speed-feed spool on it also. I didn't have to replace the line at all. This is by far the best trimmer I've ever owned! Thanks Shindaiwa. And if you're looking at this trying to decide on a trimmer, think no further. Shindaiwa, "first one to start, last one to quit". Thanks "
Dillon V.
Brentwood, TN.
July 21, 2007
"I purchased Shindaiwa Chain Saw 488 in 1999; Line Trimmer T270 in 1999; Hedge Trimmer HT230 in 2002; Multi tool M242 & Pruner 65002 in 2007 - The Best Equipment made. Don't think twice about another brand - There is no better that Shindaiwa! You get what you pay for - Quality "
Andy R
Pukalani, HI.
July 31, 2007
"In 1999 I purchased a T270 and I have not had to replace it as of 2007. I have gone through 3 edgers of another brand and also other equipment. This trimmer rocks and I will buy Shindaiwa products when the need presents itself. "
Don
Saint Petersburg, FL.
July 17, 2007
"I purchased my S-25 [T25] shortly after I moved to Vermont in the mid eighties. I used it for brush hogging overgrown areas on old farm that I had purchased as part of my mid-life crisis. I was able to cut saplings having trunk diameters of up to 3 inches and used the weed wacker head to clear out overgrown weeds and grass. I'm now semi-retired and and the S-25 is used mostly for edge trimming of my lawn and garden. I miss the use of cutting saplings but now that I'm in the burbs again, it is still an invaluable toolthat has kept on functioning with minimum maintenance. This is a great asset to any lawn and garden buff. "
George C.
Plymouth, MA.
July 8, 2007
"Shindaiwa's 22T Homepro / T231X / T272 and EB630 are all my favorite toys when it comes to lawn care! I've owned all of these models and they all perform really well. My newest trimmer the T272 is a real beast!!!!! "
Jerrod N.
Bunkie, LA.
June 30, 2007
"I recently purchased a T242X trimmer; I was happy to experience more power than any Husky and at least equal to any Stihl I had ever used. In addition to more power, I experienced at least a 30% increase in fuel consumption. You could be a proffessional or a homeowner but the red Shindiawa is what you want . Overall the absolute best for the money bar-none, 5 stars."
Randy S.
Galax, VA.
June 25, 2007
"After owning several different brands of gas powered weed trimmers, I was referred to the Shindaiwa brand by fellow co-worker in 2000. I purchased a Model 22T. It has served me well for the past 7 years. From the first pull, it has never failed to start and performs flawlessly. I have only changed the cutting head on this machine. It is all original down to the spark plug. I am so pleased with your product that I recommend one to anyone who is looking to buy.
Recently, something happened that really convinced me that your products are the best I have used. I was getting ready to use my trimmer when in my haste I left it behind my wife's Explorer. She did not see it as she was backing out and ran over the trimmer. I cringed when I heard the sound. I thought its days were over.
Upon retrieval, I noticed the skid plate was crushed, the spark plug had a bent tip and the shaft had slight bend to it also. I knew there had to be more damage but was I surprised. Not a cracked piece of plastic was to be found but will run again? I tried to pull start and the motor but it was binding up.
Being mechanically minded I started to disassemble it. The shaft, though bent slightly, still spun freely. I turned my focus to the motor and found the bent skid plate had caused the motor to bind. Next came the finding of something broken. Two of the mounting tabs for the recoil starter had broke from the motor housing, I determined that the skid plate could hold the starter in place and bent it back into shape the best I could. I put the machine back together damaged spark plug and all. I gave it one pull and it started right up. It finished the day of yard work and has worked now for three more weeks. I know that the fix is temporary but it still hasn't let me down.
In closing I have to say that this product is one the best purchases I have made and I will buy another Shindaiwa trimmer. It is well designed, rugged and built to last. Thanks for making a great machine. To those looking to buy a trimmer these are definitely worth the money, however I do not recommend driving over them. If it happens you may be as surprised as I was."
John F.
New Castle, OK
June 25, 2007
"Shindaiwa is just the best on earth, no questions asked. The T260 weedeater and EB240S blower is the best products ever. Pull start maybe two times and your ready to go....great products Shindaiwa!!!!!! "
Robert N.
Bunkie, LA.
June 17, 2007
"I still use the S-25 model trimmer that was purchased in 1987. 6600 hours of use, and some of them were through the nastiest brush in 100 degree heat for 10 hours straight, and she still starts on the first pull. I've showed up to various jobs to help others where they think they have latest and greatest machine and my "shinny" still reigns supreme. Simply an impressive machine thats unstoppable! "
Dave M.
Herriman, UT.
June 10, 2007
"If you're thinking of buying a backpack blower, you can't do better than the Shindaiwa EB630 RT. I've owned/used equipment from other "big name" manufacturers and NOTHING comes close to the quality, reliability, and power of Shindaiwa. My EB630 starts on the 1st pull following 1/2 pull while choked. It truely is amazing equipment and puts all rivals to shame!!! "
Rich
Fishers, IN
June 7, 2007
"Best product [T2510 Trimmer] I've ever used. I also own a EB2510 blower and think it is an absolute winner. The T2510 has so much power but the convenience of C4 technology. I've used many other products(Orange and White paint) and the Shindaiwa "blows" and "cuts" away the competition. The ease of starting and the power behind the hand held is great! Hope that nothing ever compromises the great technology and products you produce! Thanks for the great products!"
Jerald B.
Cabool, MO
May 27, 2007
"I inherited two Shindaiwa chainsaws from my father recently. He purchased both when I was a teenager. We used the saws for cutting firewood for our home every year. This continued for several years after I left home. The 415 saw is 23 years old. The 500 is 18 years old. I still use both today to cut wood for fences and building projects. I have gone out cutting with friends who have newer saws, and I outcut every one of them every time. They are routinely down for maintenance while I still cut away. All have said that their next saw will be a Shindaiwa after I tell them the story of my two saws. Both of my saws have a lot of cosmetic damage, but they start up right away. The cases for both have been run over (with tires) and had trees dropped on them. I pick them up, let them resume their shape and snap them back together, and they are literally as good as new. The saws aren't just amazing, the cases are, too! "
Michael M.
Ceadar Creek, TX
May 23, 2007
"I bought a T-27 trimmer in 1994 from The Mill and Mine store in Chattanooga, TN . I was familiar with Shindaiwa products after having worked with one for 2 years commercially, so I knew that it was a good trimmer. Now, looking back, I under-estimated how good...today was the first day that I had to turn a screw on it. Literally, after 13 years of use(5 years commercially), this is the first time I had down time, other than fuel, string or to put on the circular bush-hog blade attachment. This morning, I had to replace the clutch spring. After consulting the web site, I broke it down, ran to the local hardware store, got a spring and had it back together and running in about 2 hours. I should mention that I had one other small problem with my trimmer. The deflector shield rotted off about five seasons ago, so I did'nt really have to turn a screw on that one! Thanks for making such a reliable and well-built machine. It has payed for itself many times over."
John W.
Crossville, TN
May 8, 2007
"I bought a used P230 Pole Pruner to go with my 4 Shindaiwa saws, 2 Shindaiwa brush cutters, and 1 handheld blower. This P230 has seen some use so if it weren't a Shindaiwa I wouldn't have purchased it. It really wasn't a suprise when it fired right up. I had heard some stories about how hard pole pruners are to use but I didn't find that to be the case. This pruner was easy to operate and a whole lot quicker than doing it by hand. I feel this is another Shindaiwa product that will last me a lifetime or longer "
Richard R.
Westport, OR
April 25, 2007
"I purchased my T231x last year. I loved the trimmer so much I went back and purchased a EB630 backpack blower. One year later I decided to purchase a lighter weight trimmer and decided to get a 22T. It too has the same quality features as my T231x. These products have increased my productivity greatly. I would recommend Shindaiwa to anyone looking for a well built machine. "
Darryl O.
Amherst, VA
April 17, 2007
"I bought a T250 weedeater 10 years ago at a pawn shop used! I started it up on the third pull after sitting all winter, and after that it starts on the first or second everytime. That was the best $150 I ever spent on anything...and will never own another brand of power equipment. "
Eric H.
Mt. Juliet, TN
April 3, 2007
"I purchased 7 acres of hillside raw property in 1983. At the sime time I purchased a Shindaiwa 500 chain saw and C35 trimmer. The property is pretty much finished, and the chain saw and trimmer are still being used. They have been worked to death over the past 24 years. "
Skip G.
Cheshire, OR
March 12, 2007
"We have been a dealer for the Shindaiwa brand for about 12 years now and the products are always great. I know from running the products myself. My first was a 360 [chain] saw. Powerful for a mini saw and always came though. I updated to the 575. Awesome saw and a hot seller for my company. Great stuff! My newest investment was the new T242 trimmer and the products just keep geting better! Our motto is, "Why sell a product you would not use yourself?" I do and am never disappointed. Thank you."
Delbert L.
Ephraim, UT
February 23, 2007
"I use to use another brand name trimmer. My dealer told me about Shindaiwa; I've been hooked ever since. I have been in business for over 25 years and to me it is the best [trimmer] on the market. Dependable and reliable."
Antonio V.
St. Fancisville, LA
February 17, 2007
"I worked in forestry for years with other model saws but Shindaiwa [488] performed best."
Robert K.
Louisbourg, NS Canada
February 7, 2007
"My mom has the very first Shindaiwa T-20 trimmer ever sold in Oklahoma. Twenty-seven years ago, actually wasn't even legal then, we had to boot leg it in from another store.....but this trimmer still yet today starts on the very first pull. We have a general rule, if it doesn't start, turn the switch on or add fuel, then it will. I have given my mom several other trimmers, newer and lighter but she won't take them. If this one ever does wear out, I don't know what I will do. I can't buy another just like it. Oh did I mention her yard is 2 acres?"
Tony N.
Tulsa, OK
February 5, 2007
"Purchased in 8/01, we cut and split by hand for heating. This product has never failed to amaze me. Last year I thought it'd be wise to buy an addional saw, so I would not burn this one out. However, I happened to be at Lowe’s and decided to purchase a chain saw. What a mistake!!! After attempting to cut oak the saw just did not have the power. I decided to take out my Shindaiwa 488 and get it ready and the difference was instant. It was a pleasure to use. I only wish I could return the Lowe’s chain saw. Anyone want to buy a slightly used chain saw? Thank you, keep up the good work, God bless, peace.”
Adolfo M.
Perth Amboy, NJ
January 31, 2007
"Hello, I have some great news. I Just wanted to promote what your slogin says, Shindawia, First to Start. Last to Quit. Well that is the TRUTH. I've Had my LT-18 for OVER twenty (20) YEARS and never had to get any work done on it until recently when I needed a new throttle cable. Anyway i just wanted to thank everyone at Shindawia for making such a great product!!! And yes my next purchase will be another New SHINDAIWA !!! Thank You again. ”
David T.
Guilford, CT
January 15, 2007
"I bought a Shindaiwa 488 chainsaw for use in my scrub control business. The chainsaw, when introduced to me, made me hesitate as I was not familiar with that brand. I was working in isolated areas and was using other commonly known brands. At about one thousand hours these other brands would collapse....”
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Kenneth W.
New South Wales, Australia
December, 2006
"Our 7 yr old Shindaiwa 488 chain saw has wore out 3 bars, 24 chains, 3 sprockets and still fires right up and runs perfect! If you're looking for a product that can go the distance and beyond, look no further than Shindaiwa. Our other saws just don’t measure up.”
Rick P.
Edgar, WI
December 18, 2006
"I bought my first Shindiawa product over 20 years ago. I have a string trimmer, blower and just recently purchased a new EB8510 [backpack blower]. Over 20 years have passed and I will say that these products are unbelievable. My units have literally tens of thousands of hours on them...and even after 20 years of use...they start and run flawlessly....and start the first time...every time. I wish I could buy everything that had this quality and reliability....thanks Shindiawa...for making a product that works as long as hard as I do!!!!"
Jim R.
Broken Arrow, OK
December 2, 2006
"This is my first Shindiawa product [EB8510RT], and my sixth blower. It is the most powerful blower I have ever handled, and yet it is truly economical when it comes to gas consumption. It is also quiet for it's displacement, and the pitch of the sound is lower, not shrill like a 2-cycle. Unbelievable. Congratulations on such an awesome product."
Fred V.
Sammamish, WA
November 12, 2006
"First, I would like to thank you for the possibility to demo your new
446s chain saw.
The demo unit was tested by three of my top linemen. They all have
at least 20-years experience at using a chain saw. They all own wood lots and
two have their own portable saw mills. They tested the saw at felling, limbing,
and cutting firewood.”
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Jacques F.
Hydro Quebec, Granby
October 12, 2006
"My EB630 blowers are used year round for leaves and other cleanups. They NEVER take more than two pulls to start and have never given me any trouble. Thanks Shindaiwa for the great product. Keep up the good work."
Steve B.
Tulsa, OK
November 9, 2006
"Our 7 yr old Shindaiwa 488 chain saw has wore out 3 bars, 24 chains, 3 sprockets and still fires right up and runs perfect! If you're looking for a product that can go the distance and beyond, look no further than Shindaiwa. Our other saws just don’t measure up.”
Rick P.
Edgar, WI
December 18, 2006
"I bought my first Shindiawa product over 20 years ago. I have a string trimmer, blower and just recently purchased a new EB8510 [backpack blower]. Over 20 years have passed and I will say that these products are unbelievable. My units have literally tens of thousands of hours on them...and even after 20 years of use...they start and run flawlessly....and start the first time...every time. I wish I could buy everything that had this quality and reliability....thanks Shindiawa...for making a product that works as long as hard as I do!!!!"
Jim R.
Broken Arrow, OK
December 2, 2006
"This is my first Shindiawa product [EB8510RT], and my sixth blower. It is the most powerful blower I have ever handled, and yet it is truly economical when it comes to gas consumption. It is also quiet for it's displacement, and the pitch of the sound is lower, not shrill like a 2-cycle. Unbelievable. Congratulations on such an awesome product."
Fred V.
Sammamish, WA
November 12, 2006
"My EB630 blowers are used year round for leaves and other cleanups. They NEVER take more than two pulls to start and have never given me any trouble. Thanks Shindaiwa for the great product. Keep up the good work."
Steve B.
Tulsa, OK
November 9, 2006
"First, I would like to thank you for the possibility to demo your new
446s chain saw.
The demo unit was tested by three of my top linemen. They all have
at least 20-years experience at using a chain saw. They all own wood lots and
two have their own portable saw mills. They tested the saw at felling, limbing,
and cutting firewood.”
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Jacques F.
Hydro Quebec, Granby
October 12, 2006