Silverline 563709 950W Angle Grinder 115 mm 950W UK

I needed a cheap tool for cutting concrete paving slabs. In spite of the negative reviews, I thought I would take a chance on this one because it was more powerful than some (800W) and I liked the handle with the integrated on/off switch. Out of the box it seemed a well-made product for the price with a good set of safety and operating instructions which are worth reading carefully. It comes fitted with a grinding guard and there is a guard in the box for use with cutting discs which I needed to fit for my job. It was here that I encountered my first snag. The guard is held in place by three screws - I managed to budge two with the recommended Philips screwdriver but came very close to ruining the head on the third which wouldn't move. Since the head is also slotted to take a straight screwdriver, I selected the largest in the toolbox which would fit, gave it a sharp tap with a hammer to free up the thread and thankfully i managed to start the screw without further damage. In use, on paving slabs, with a diamond cutting discs, it seems to work very efficiently although the 115mm disc is not deep enough to go completely through a slab from one side. In my limited experience with it, I think for the price this is a 5 star tool but I would downgrade it by one star because of the problem with changing the guard.

The media could not be loaded.  I've been using this style of angle grinder from Silverline for many years. I put mine through Hell and get an average of eight years service when the bushes wear out. They're strong, robust and last a very long time and will do all the work you require as long as you DON'T misuse them.I see bad reviews for this angle grinder and all I can think is that you've been unlucky and got a faulty unit or you have been using it like an chopping axe which is NOT what it is designed for!There's also a lot of negative reviews from people complaining that the locking pin bends and it takes them most of the day to change the disc.So I've made a short video to demonstrate the correct procedure for changing the disc’s and the best way to let the grinder do the work for you. I’ve been doing this method for over 30 years and NEVER had issues with disc’s coming loose. Nor have I had any bearing or drive gear failures, just the bushes wearing down and if only I could get replacement bushes, I would never need to replace this grinder imo.

Excellent value for DIY. Like all angle grinders it's noisy and a two handed tool but with a decent grinding wheel it will do the job effectively. My last 'budget' grinder lasted for 6 years of occasional use and has since been gifted to a friend - hope this one is as good longevity wise and have no reason to doubt it so far. A case would have been nice but then the price wouldn't ahve been so nice so....

Good stuff for this money but is stinky a bit after couple month

NICE GRINDER - NICE FEEL - NICE SELECTION OF SPARES COME WITH THE GRINDER - GREAT WARRANTY - THE SWITCH TAKES A BIT OF TIME TO GETTING USE TO ,BUT ONCE YOU FIGURE OUT THAT YOU HAVE TO PUSH AND PRESS DOWN THE SWITCH IT COMES NATURALLY ,ALSO YOU REALISE WHAT A GREAT SAFETY FEATURE THE SWITCH IS AS IT MAKES YOU CONCENTRATE MORE AND THINK OF SAFETY WHEN USING A GRINDER ...¤ºGREATº¤ø,¸¸,ø¤ºAMAZON SELLERº¤ø,¸¸,ø¤ºFABULOUSº¤ø,¸¸,ø¤ºRECOMMENDEDº¤ø,¸¸,ø¤ºA++++

I bought this machine and have used it a couple of times. Powerful grinder. I looked at the feedback left here and that is why I bought it but Silverline should manufacture the guards with a spring lever clip so there is no need for screws to remove and replace them. Time will tell regarding reliability but the manufacturer provides a three year warranty so that is good.

Cracking bit of kit. Used it on a roof to reshape and remove old cement to re-bed ridge tiles. So good was it that I sliced through the cement, and the roof tile beneath before I even realised. Not the tools fault (well not that tool). Used with aSilverline 394979 Concrete and Stone Cutting Diamond Blade 115 x 22.2mm SLTL4 it was a breeze to cut through tiles, cement, concrete. Very pleased at the price

very pleased - all angle grinders take a pounding so you have to be realistic on the lifespan on all makes but it seems to be very well made, I do like that you can get a firm grip with both hands as has a good handle reach in the body which is longer than some makes