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Brush Cutter Universal Metal Blade String Trimmer Replacement Head

Ratings & Reviews for Shakespeare Brush Cutter Universal Metal Blade String Trimmer Replacement Head

3.8
381
Review
 3.8 out of 5
381 Reviews


74% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers praise the brush cutter's powerful cutting performance on thick weeds, tall grass, and saplings, with many noting it eliminates frequent string replacements and handles dense overgrowth effortlessly. Installation is straightforward on compatible models, particularly Ryobi and Stihl trimmers. However, a substantial segment reports incompatibility with Craftsman, Husqvarna, Troy-Bilt, and Bolens trimmers despite universal fit claims, causing frustration. A few users experience mechanical issues like head counter-rotation or blade wrapping. Overall, those with compatible equipment express strong satisfaction, though compatibility concerns significantly impact overall sentiment.

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381 Customer Reviews

Does not fit

Would Not Recommend

A $20 paper weight because the “universal” head doesn’t work with the brand new Craftsman I bought at the same time. Love wasting money in 2026. Don’t be like me…read the reviews first

September 18, 2026
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WeedWarriorProductExpertSeptember 22, 2026
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WeedWarriorProductExpertSeptember 22, 2026
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WeedWarriorProductExpertSeptember 22, 2026

Would Recommend

It fits my weed eater perfectly and make quick work out of cleaning brush on fence rows!

September 10, 2026
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This is the one you want

Would Recommend

Fit my Husqvarna perfectly and easily tore through a half acre of tall grass, two year-old weed stocks, and three-quarter inch saplings. I've tried at least a half dozen different rigs but this one took everything out. I recommend adding a metal plate between the head of the trimmer and the body because long grass tends to easily wind around above the blades.

September 5, 2026
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Does Not Fit Craftsman!

Would Not Recommend

since it appears my review was REMOVED. This item does not for craftsman trimmers. I have the WS2200 and NONE of the bolts that attach it fit properly, the threads DO NOT line up! Should include the proper bolts to fit the brands listed or list specific models. Do Not Buy if you have Craftsman!

August 31, 2026
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Hello Mike, whenever we hear about issues with one of our products, we want to step in and help resolve them as quickly as possible. Product quality ...

WeedWarriorProductExpertSeptember 1, 2026

Does not fit Craftsman

Would Not Recommend

bought this to attach to my Craftsman WS2200. NONE of the supplied bolts fit into the trimmer, the threads are wrong and do not line up. Do Not Buy for Craftsman. Now I have to go back to the store and return it to get something that WILL work.

August 30, 2026
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Hello Mike, whenever we hear about issues with one of our products, we want to step in and help resolve them as quickly as possible. Product quality ...

WeedWarriorProductExpertAugust 31, 2026

Dissatisfied

Would Not Recommend

This product was claimed to fit a Craftsman Weed Eater; however, it did not, which was very frustrating. Could you please be more specific about the exact model number and other relevant details? I find this incredibly inconvenient. Additionally, I need to visit Lowe’s again to exchange it. Unfortunately, I have already discarded all the packaging for the product sold by you, so I am now unable to return it.

August 21, 2026
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Hello Casey, whenever we hear about issues with one of our products, we want to step in and help resolve them as quickly as possible. Product quality...

WeedWarriorProductExpertAugust 24, 2026

NOT built for the toughest of jobs!

Would Not Recommend

The plastic housing is molded to secure the jam nut. The problem is when the blades contact heavy brush, the head counter-rotates and strips the molded housing and the brush cutter head is no longer powered by the trimmer motor. I attempted to contact Shakespeare to suggest an easy solution, because this brush cutter could be a handy tool-but their customer service site is not enabled-convenient!

August 10, 2026
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WeedWarriorProductExpertAugust 13, 2026

I wish I would have bought this way earlier. It has helped tremendously. I also want to thank the assistance I received in finding this product.

July 29, 2026
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