McConnel Power Arm hedge and verge cutters are readily available on the pre-owned market, internet auction sites bulging with units at seriously low entry-level money. That’s not the same as suggesting this is the way to go. As with all used kit, the best buy is seldom the cheapest on offer

Those who know their McConnel Power Arms models will no doubt have a favoured pre-owned unit in mind. But for those seeking out a machine without really having a fixed idea of what to go for, a good starting point is to concentrate on the basics: the tractor to which the machine will be fitted; how much reach you need; what you expect to cut; and the amount of work to be done.