First off, are these the pole style hedge trimmers? Second, for those of you that say that husky is for homeowners, have you owned any husky equipment? Did you know that Husky makes a homeowner version as well as a commercial version of almost all of their equipment? Stihl and other manufacturers make homeowner and commercial equipment as well. I have used Husky string trimmers and pole hedge trimmers and love them. I find them more comfortable to use then any other equipment that i have used. I have yet to find 2 cycle equipment that weighs less, has enough power, and vibrates so little.