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Could be better
Posted by
xandeschmidt
on 2/3/2010
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Pros: - It is nice to do what it is supposed to do.
- Batteries last for a long time.
- Really fries up to average sized insects.
Cons: - Two AA batteries are too much for the device's purpose. I saw similar products with built-in rechargeable batteries and outlet plug for recharging for the same price (not at DealExtreme).
- I didn't drop my one on the ground, but it would certainly break into pieces, since the plastic is very hard and brittle.
- Gets very heavy with the two AA batteries inserted.
Bottomline: I found similar products for the same price around here, but with better build quality and better features (specially the built-in recharger and battery).
BZZZZZT
Posted by
Jimbogod
on 6/29/2009
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1 day to 1 week
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Pros: Works as described. Kills bugs in a single swing! Death by electrocution, kind of satisfying... as well as stinky... but, satisfying...
Cons: Build quality is a little suspect. Mine arrived with the outer metal mesh sticking out from the plastic frame. Just bent it back in, still works.
Batteries had to be forced in... and it takes D size batteries, which make the handle very heavy. This makes the racket harder to swing quickly, which you sometimes need to do to catch insects.
Other Thoughts: I actually took the entire thing apart because i thought it wasn't working. The build quality was average. Anyway it was working, I was just putting the batteries in the wrong way (duh!!)
Bottomline: ....
Awesome FUN and Useful Too!
Posted by
mikepomar
on 5/30/2009
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Pros: Last time I had this much fun I was 10 years old & using a magnifying glass to burn ants! Brings back the kid in you. Mmmm, the smell of burnt bug. Oh yeah, it works Really Well. Used it on some nasty wasps and they usually knock out after the first swat; I just like to keep them on the zapper, holding the button and watch them smoke, just to make sure their dead =)
Cons: Yes, they are cheaply built. In fact mine arrived in two pieces, but nothing a little 2-ton epoxy can't hold together. You wouldn't want to hit any surface real hard with this, it is cheap, but you get past this dilemma by using a controlled swat, as opposed to a "IT'S A BUG DIE!" kind of swat.
Other Thoughts: I didn't even bother using D-cells in this. For 1, too expensive & For 2, You Want More Frying Juice! The answer is the 2*AA to D-cell adapters (SKU 22082). So you increase the voltage from 3 volts to 6 volts, NICE!
Bottomline: I'm buying another one...
Great Fun
Posted by
RustyRuss
on 2/19/2009
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Pros: Great power !!
These things are great for killing bugs.
hang up near the outdoor light and it will kill bugs all night.
These are very fun.
also great if you convince your mate to put their finger in the mesh before you turn in on
Cons: These are very cheap build quality.
Be gently and dont hit anything with them.
I expect them to break easily.
WARNING. capacitors still hold charge after you release the button. They do discharge but not instantly.
Other Thoughts: WAS VERY HARD TO GET INTO AUSTRALIA,
Aussies no longer need a permit to import these.
Our STUPID people at customs received them (7 of them) 2 days before the permits were not needed. but the still made us get the permit. Customs are a bunch of unorganized fools.
Bottomline: Fantastic !!!!