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I read the article yesterday. Great read. Of course, you’ll be buying that lawnmower from your local, independent power machines dealer.

Last year, we were in need of a new lawnmower. After some research, we decided on a Honda based on their good reputation. I found that Honda lawnmowers are sold by local, independent dealers and by Home Depot. I also noticed that the models sold at Home Depot were different from the ones sold at independent dealers, but I didn’t think much of it. We ended buying a Honda at Home Depot.

After reading this article, though, I wonder if Honda caved to the price pressure from Home Depot and created a cheaper line of mowers for Home Depot that somehow skimps on the quality that gives Honda mowers such a good reputation. I hope not. I’ve been very happy with the mower so far. We’ll see if I’m still using it in ten or fifteen years.

Posted by Stan Taylor on 20 January 2006 @ 1pm

And when will you be needing a lawn mower? You seriously crack me up!

Posted by Kevin on 20 January 2006 @ 8pm

I don’t have a lawn right now, but I actually love mowing the yard. Someday I will mow again!

Posted by Rafe on 21 January 2006 @ 5pm

Snapper and Wal-Mart

Fascinating article about Snapper lawnmowers, and the reasons why they pulled their products from the shelves at Wal-Mart. Definitely worth…

Posted by Off the Kuff on 30 January 2006 @ 6am

Hi,

im doing a research on the snapper and walmart deal. I can seem to view the article when I try to click the link. Is it possible to please send it to my email address on r_asirvatham@hotmail.com

Thanks

Posted by Rosie on 20 October 2007 @ 5am

Hi,

im doing a research on the snapper and walmart deal. I cant seem to view the article when I try to click the link. Is it possible to please email the article to me on r_asirvatham@hotmail.com

Thanks

Posted by Rosie on 20 October 2007 @ 5am