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jcbevns t1_j6jq1r0 wrote
Reply to comment by haunted-liver-1 in This espresso machine is from 2004, i got it from Savers last year and it works like brand new. I know people online who have even older ones that still work perfectly. by Waryur
Gaggia has been hacked a lot, if that's your think. Look up "Arduino Gaggia" .
jcbevns t1_j6ht0hr wrote
Reply to This espresso machine is from 2004, i got it from Savers last year and it works like brand new. I know people online who have even older ones that still work perfectly. by Waryur
Australia?
Means you got that machine for like 5 iced lattes. You're gonna be in the black in no time.
jcbevns t1_iracq5g wrote
Reply to comment by elepuddnlily in The best tool to trim your bushes by madredditscientist
After using mine on the farm, if they gum up and not open, I just spit on the blade and rub it around, good to go again. Not amazing but works in a pinch when you're actually out working in the field, not just a hobby farm.
You want that nice close blade on jaw action, it's natural that they gum up with sap or dirt from the bark. If you really want, take out an oily rag and clean them when you need.
But it's not like something should just "work forever" without some care.
jcbevns t1_irac6hc wrote
Reply to comment by Bighippie7408 in The best tool to trim your bushes by madredditscientist
Felco or the Felco rollers specifically?
The Felco rollers have just such a nice feel, weight and ergonomics. The roller will open with your hand as you open the jaws of the secateurs, with the help of the spring there is minimal movement on your hands, leading to less blisters and strain for long working hours. The force is applied throughout your 4 finger length from tip to then toward your palm as you squeeze for better grip.
That plus nice new Swiss factory sharpened blades and you can go for hours. Although my old man now buys blades off ebay from Germany instead of the Swiss ones. Good steel from Germany.
And as this is bifl, you can get replacement parts when needed and they are very serviceable.
jcbevns t1_ir9t9d6 wrote
Reply to The best tool to trim your bushes by madredditscientist
Roll handle ones are even better for thicker cutting. No blisters either!
My dad has multiple pairs that we've used on the vineyard for pruning for the last 15-20 years.
jcbevns t1_j6m040h wrote
Reply to comment by Waryur in This espresso machine is from 2004, i got it from Savers last year and it works like brand new. I know people online who have even older ones that still work perfectly. by Waryur
Yep, used to frequent a few in Melbourne, Australia.