Bidspirit auction | A Vintage Black & Decker

A Vintage Black & Decker Model GC12-H2 Electric Hedge Trimmer and Extension Cable - A vintage corded electric hedge trimmer manufactured in England by Black & Decker, dating to circa 1980. The unit features a teal-coloured plastic motor housing with a black rear trigger handle and a black D-shaped front safety handle. It is fitted with a 12-inch double-sided reciprocating steel cutting blade. The manufacturer's identification plate on the side of the motor housing provides the following technical specifications: model GC12-H2, 240V AC, 1.4A, 315W, with a speed of 1850 strokes per minute. The plate also displays the serial number A059800 and includes a double-square symbol indicating double insulation. A small white sticker with the handwritten number 120 is adhered to the handle. The tool is accompanied by an orange extension cable wound onto a circular plywood spool, terminated with a standard UK three-pin plug.