Does the 7880 (3 claw version) have any plastic parts, specifically the foot step /pry bar, or any other stress points?
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Around the claw area at the bottom, no as it is all solid metal with hefty bolts. The foot peddle is solid more like a polyurethane material. The handle is of the same material. You won't have to worry about breaking it as it is heck of a lot better than the other models. You can't go wrong.
1342031
Yes. The foot step is mostly plastic and the orange sleeve that slides up and down the shaft is also plastic. Having said that, I can tell you I've used the device rather extensively since last Fall and it's held up well. The one downside I've found is that it digs up a bit of dirt and surrounding grass along with the weed, leaving a bit of a "divot." I've spent a fair bit of time putting topsoil in these divots this Spring...
1342032
The foot step is a fairly solid chunk of plastic. The release mechanism is also plastic. I've had no issues so far with a moderate amount of use in Dallas are clay/soil.
756260
No sharp edges. No screws were included for the foot board so we don't use it
164624
Define "internals". The plunger, barrel, footstand are all metal - handle plastic. Seems quite sturdy to me - wouldn't worry that much is plastic.
882669
The foot is a black hard plastic that slides well on tile without marking. If you are worried about scuffing or potential damage add some inexpensive felt feet to the bottoms. They are very well made, but you are likely to be missing a washer or two. Out of 4 stools only 1 had all the hardware. It takes a while to assemble, but my husband it was well worth it. ***PLEASE BE AWARE*** you can only order 3 stools! There is a limit of three per customer (Amazon will make you wait a week to order more.) There is no mention of the limit unless you try to order more than three within a week.
1888660
I have one new. I have used it a couple times. Did not break. Be sure that all steps hitch together. Sometimes they will slide but not always click in place
184697
No the base is cast iron and well finished , no plastic . I have mine set up with a 3/8 " Milwaukee drill . For me it is just what I wanted I love it .
2114409
No - it's all plastic parts. It's really not very sturdy at all and does NOT meet expectations. :-(
378468
Don't remember about the peddling - after a few dozen sessions, the metal on metal tensioner made so much noise I threw it out. Also, the counter quit after about two sessions and the whole unit crawled away from the chair when using on my carpeted floor. Piece of junk. Save your money.
338910
No just hard plastic. I upgraded ours to inline skate wheels. Works better and much quieter.
473173
Yes there are hard plastic parts. In fact everything except the pins and screws are plastic. However, the large amount of use that I've gotten out of mine has only shown me how durable this product is. The metal pin that connects everything together has popped out a few times but it never breaks the plastic and always slides back into place quickly within the time this device could crush three or four cans. It's been a great buy for me. Good luck in your decision.
648156
Not really but the bottom step is hinged with a fabric strap and does not hold it steady. I think the unit is unsafe and plan to replace it.
299032
You would be correct T. henning, I have a 2013 sierra and mine has two plastic steps.
819540
The hinge is plastic.The rod that connects to the foot pedal is metal. There may be hidden parts that are plastic.
117794
It doesn't have rubber feet, but it does have plastic rollers. It has not scratched my engineered floors.
1548082
I have a Janome 8050. The presser feet are the screw on type. However, I also have a Brother that was purchased from walmart, and it has the snap on feet. But I have been able to use the same walking foot from the brother on the Janome with no problems.
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You're asking about the feet ... the 2 front feet have rubber caps, angled so cap end sits flush with floor; I suppose these could eventually wear out, but presumably Werner offers replacements. If not, then you could probably just buy generic off-the-shelf replacement rubber feet at hardware store (although doubtful they'd be nicely angled so as to maximize surface contact area). The back 2 "feet", actually kind of bumpers attached to curved single metal piece, are made of the same kind of plastic the steps are made of, so I doubt they'd ever wear out.
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It's an easy assembly but the blade attaches with a plastic nob. I haven't used others so I can't compare.