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My husband just bought this watch for me and I love it. It is absolutely stunning! I love the simplicity of the face and elegance of the diamonds. TAG Heuer WV1411 The face is larger than older styles, but not oversized. The band is traditional yet updated with a wonderful shine. I have been a fan of my old Omega, but this Tag is perfect. Could not be happier. I gave this to my wife as a “morning gift” (day-after-wedding gift) because she had been trying it out in a store and immediately fell in love with it. I was also considering the slightly more expensive version with diamonds across the bezel. However, that one is an automatic, and I know that my wife could care less about day-to-day maintenance of her watch. She just wants to put it on and trust that it will show the right time. Also, she said that one looked a little too blingy for her taste. All in all, this is a very beautiful watch that really shines and glitters enough to be noticeable, but is still understated, classy and clean looking. It’s obviously a bit expensive for being a quartz watch, but TAG Heuer is a reputable Swiss brand and hopefully the quality will make it last for years and years to come. My wife was incredibly happy when she got it and treats it with the same respect as her wedding ring… so I think it was the right choice. I got this watch several months ago and I really love it. I originally thought the face was a little larger, but in the end, it really is a perfect size. The watch is a nice combination between dressy and casual, can go either way. The quality is exactly what you would expect from a Tag. I have worn Tag watches for 20 years and have been nothing but pleased with the reliability, styling and comfort. If there is a negative about this watch it’s the fact that the glow-in-the-dark feature is very weak. You really can’t see the hands or the luminescent markers at all in the dark. They are too small. But, this is not a dive watch and so it’s not a big deal. I have worn the watch routinely in the pool and ocean, but NOT FOR ANYTHING DEEP. It’s fine for basic water resistance. It’s easy to set and the clasp is sturdy, elegant and secure. The weight is nice. It feels like a “real watch” without being super heavy. I’d recommend the watch.

This air filter is rated highly by Consumer Reports. It does not emit ozone like those electrostatic filters (such as the Ionic Breeze which CR says emits way too much ozone). Whirlpool AP45030K I only run it when I’m not around. I never use the sleep setting. I just turn it on and off as I please. The lowest setting is fairly quiet. Definately does it’s job of filtering the air. Highly recommended. You’ll nee

Whirlpool Whispure Air Purifier,

Sale rank: 1,666
ASIN: B00440EKRG ; UPC: ; Number Of Items:
Publisher: Whirlpool
Model: AP51030K
Is Eligible For Super Saver Shipping? Yes (Free shipping)
4 Fan speeds, plus sleep and turbo modes
Clean Air Delivery Rate (CEDR) 315
True HEPA 0.3 micron filtration
Quiet and easy to use electronic controls
Filters air 4.8 times per hour in a 500 square feet room
Package Dimensions: Width x Height x Length : 22.2 x 12.6 x 26.7 inches ;
Package Weight: 23.8 pounds

Whirlpool Whispure 330 CADR Air

Sale rank: 62,389
ASIN: B000EOP51Q ; UPC: 883049010045 ; Number Of Items:
Publisher: Whirlpool
Model: AP51030S
Is Eligible For Super Saver Shipping? Unknown at this time
Filter Replacement Indicator light provides a convenient reminder for filter replacements.
3-Speed Motor / Fan control allows you to adjust the speed of the unit
For rooms 500 square feet or less. Model AP51030K
True HEPA Filter (captures 99.97% of particles 0.3 microns or larger)
Package Dimensions: Width x Height x Length : 20.5 x 10 x 24 inches ;
Package Weight: 24.5 pounds

This was a good purchase overall though horrible to set up. We live in the Ozarks so it is all hills. Had to dig out the rock hill by hand to make it level. Splash Pools 15 Foot By 36 Inch Then when putting it up we found you really have to stretch the sides to make them fit in the track. We ended up bolting the sheet metal together then working it into the track. Also make sure to put some tension on the liner as you are putting it around the pool or it will not fit all the way around. It is done now and works great. We used Dow foam and foam “Pool Cove” in the bottom instead of sand. Sure made a great surface for our rocky area.

The Splasher 15 Ft Round x 36″H Round Above Ground Complete Fill and Swim Pool System When it’s time to cool down, a Swim’n Play Splasher can make your backyard the perfect oasis in a hot Summer day. Easy to assemble and is ready to go in just a few hours. STANDARD FEATURES: 36 inch hot dipped galvanized steel wall Galvanized steel uniframe construction 1 inch top and bottom frame on some models 1¾” wide vertical supports on some models Embossed vinyl port hole liner on some models Galvanized steel ladder with molded resin steps DirtEater thru-the-wall cartridge filter Includes skimmer and return Includes pump and filter Includes liner WARRANTY: 90 Day Manufacturer Warranty About Swim’n Play, Inc. Swim’n Play, Inc. is an above ground swimming pool and accessories manufacturer founded in 1975 by the owner of a New Jersey based retail company in order to better control product quality and to develop and implement various improvements and features sought by their customers. They never imagined that their improved products would be so well received. To date, Swim’n Play, Inc. has grown to become one of the top manufacturers of above-ground swimming pools, decks, ladders and accessories in the World. Swim’n Play conducts every operation used in the manufacture of its above-ground pools in their 250,000 square foot factory located in Rahway, New Jersey, USA, on 13 acres of property.

This New Jersey location facilitates speedy delivery of finished products, as well as replacement parts. The pools manufactured by Swim’n Play, Inc. are among the most durable, and finest above ground swimming pools available today. From fabrication to assembly, all products manufactured by Swim’n Play, Inc. must meet rigorous quality control standards before leaving the factory. Never sacrificing quality for price, Swim’n Play, Inc. has a simple philosophy; design and build the highest quality aboveground swimming pools.

It is still somewhat early to review this product as I have only used it 3 times so far. I have cooked chicken breasts pork loin and turkey burgers. Meco Aussie 9329W The grill was quite simple to put together just make sure before you start that you separate all of your hardware so you know you have it all and you don’t accidentally use the wrong item in the wrong place. I researched electric grills on-line quite thoroughly and found this to be the best. Meco isn’t even available in CO so I purchased it through Amazon with absolutely zero issues… as usual.

This grill didn’t even last 6 months before breaking down. It never did assemble very well; cheap materials made for off-kilter alignment of lid to bottom so it would never close. Food slid off angled grill onto deck floor. I’m going back to Patio Caddie although I will likely get the Patio Bistro this time. The quality of construction comparison is hands-down in favor of the Patio Caddie model. I hope I’m able to protect someone from a disappointing purchase thru this testimony.

Meco Aussie 9329W Deluxe Electric

Sale rank: 15,361
ASIN: B0007XXNT0 ; UPC: 042952036546 ; Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Meco
Model: 9329W9-181
Is Eligible For Super Saver Shipping? Yes (Free shipping)
Measures 26-1/2-by-21-by-41-inches; 1-year limited warranty
Pre-assembled hood and bowl; heat-saving reflector pan; grease pan; standard 120-volt grounded plug
200-square-inch cooking surface; viewing window; 2 foldable wood side tables and wood leg shelf
Thermostatic controls; variable 1500-watt, UL-listed heating element designed for barbecuing
Electric grill with 3 element positions, including vertical for indirect rotisserie cooking
Package Dimensions: Width x Height x Length : 20.6 x 18.1 x 31.7 inches ;
Package Weight: 39.6 pounds

The bike arrived in a well protected box with lots of padding from Schwinn. The instructions were great, all the parts were inside as well as all the tools needed for assembly. Schwinn A20 Recumbent Exercise The assembly was very easy due to the simple instructions and only took 30 minutes to complete. This is a heavy duty recumbent bike and very well made. We looked at 5 different competitors bikes at local sporting good stores before deciding on this one. We felt it was far better than the others in quality, comfort, appearance, and ease of use. My wife and I were use to the Precor model at the YMCA and this is very close to the same quality as the Precor for a lot less money. Bike went together well and didn’t take too long. Bike is very sturdy and works well. My biggest gripe is the super small screen and it doesn’t light up so in a bright room you are lucky if you can see any of the special feature like pulse, distance, speed and so on. It would be nice if the screen was a little brighter. So far bike itself serves my purpose. I bought this bike to help me “pre-hab” before my knee surgery and I’m glad that I did. It is a well made cycle that was not too hard to assemble. I’ve used it daily for over 2 months and have not had any problems. The recumbent style makes it easy on the back yet I still feel that I get a good workout from it. The seat is very firm and I am using a thin chair cushion to make it more comfortable. I think that this bike is a good choice for someone looking to add cycling to their home exercise routine. I recommend this bike for people who want to sit and pedal while they do other things. Pedal while you watch TV. Put a laptop table on it and surf the web. Play a video game. You’ll pedal for hours and not even realize you’re doing it. When you get up you’ll feel it and after a while you’ll see results. I don’t so much recommend this for people who want to do the hard core half hour workout where you get your heart rate up and try to go a certain distance or time. The screen is hard to read. Maybe if you get a book light and put it right on it it would help. For my hardcore workouts I still use my treadmill. This machine is just a great thing for burning calories while doing other stuff I need or want to do.

I am not too concerned about reliability because I bought a Generac because my father has had an older model portable for 13 years and my Uncle has had the same Generac Portable for almost 30!! Also, I have a Pressure washer with a Generac engine on it for 12 years and have never had a problem (lots of use too.) Plus, the unit comes with a two year warranty. Generac 5778 XG4000 I purchased this generator to replace one of a different brand which failed during a recent power failure. So far I am delighted with the Generac 4 kW replacement generator. It is a nice package size on wheels, easy to start, has good voltage regulation and not too noisy, 95 dB SPL at full load. 90 dB SPL with no load. Since purchasing this generator, there has not been another power failure during which I can give it a longer run under load. But my testing shows there should be no problem. Living in California required the purchase of a CARB (California Air Resources Board) compliant generator, which this one is. First of all I would like to say that I love this Generator. I bought mine from a local dealer, after reading about this new model from a popular mechanics article and award, but I think my review may be useful to others here. The setup of the generator is very easy and only took me two minutes. Generac includes your first maintenance kit with the generator (this comes in handy, I will explain later.) I got my generator about a two weeks before Wisconsin (where I live) got hit with a huge blizzard 24″ of snow and 40mph winds with -5 F temps. We lost power for almost 24 hours – my wife, who was very annoyed that I bought this unit just before the holidays, changed her tune greatly when our house was the only one on the block with heat and christmas lights running. The Generator performed great the entire time. Since Generac includes the maintenance kit I didn’t have to run aroud trying to figure out where to buy the oil filter as the unit needs to have oil and filter changed after the first 30 hours (break in period.)

I bought this oven to replace a Whirlpool of equal size. I like the LG. It’s a little more powerful, and the moisture sensor seems to work pretty well. LG LMV1680ST It’s a heavy beast and you will want to use the template that comes with it to lay out the installation bracket positions and holes for the support bolts. Get those right and the installation is no big deal. It does take two people to horse this 60 lb. appliance into place while starting the bolts, threading the cord etc. This microwave is wonderful. The quick heat buttons are convenient and easy to use. If you read Consumer Reports, it says this (or similiar) microwave has only a useful space of 0.9 cubic feet. Not so. This has a full 2.0 cubic feet of space which is great for cooking a ham or a large casserole dish. Very sharp design, useful and adequate lighting underneath. For the installation/do-it-yourselfers: It’s 60 pounds and you have to lift it above your shoulders if you are installing over a stove. Follow the instructions to the letter, and all will turn out great. The directions are very good. Note: If you can, remove your stove before installing the microwave. The mfgr doesn’t mention this, but it made things a lot easier (and I got to clean under it!)…2-3(-3 preferred) people are definitely needed to install this safely due to its weight and awkward size. I recommend this microwave highly! As others report, the fan is REALLY loud. Wow. And low fan is just as loud. The fan is definitely the down side. I found that the light is bright enough. Cooking is fast. The control panel is very Spartan. Oh, it has all the buttons, but where my old microwave said Pizza and Casserole etc. in the display, this one just has a numeral and you’ll have to refer to the book a bit until you get the hang of it. Most of my cooking is just hitting the quick button anyway, so let’s be real. I’m glad it doesn’t have a lot of features I’ll seldom use and that I would have had to pay for. The door looks solid enough to me. I see no problem with keeping it clean that others have reported, but perhaps that’s because mine is white? So it’s a good basic microwave, as cheap as they come and it works just fine. I consider it a 5-star cheap microwave.