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Ease Of Use
Customers are highly satisfied with the ease of use of the Bosch PHG 500-2 Heat Gun. They find it lightweight and efficient, making it a smart choice for various applications including paint stripping. The product exceeds expectations in terms of performance and is considered a great value for its price.
Heat Output
Customers are generally positive about the heat output of the Bosch PHG 500-2 Heat Gun, praising its ability to heat up quickly and efficiently, as well as its variable heat settings. However, some users have noted inconsistencies in the temperature and occasional production of cold air. Additionally, caution is advised when using the gun due to its high heat capabilities.
Build Quality
Customers generally have a positive opinion about the build quality of the Bosch PHG 500-2 Heat Gun, with many praising its durability and reliability for various applications such as removing badges from cars, shrink wrapping, moulding plastic, and refurbishing newel posts. Some customers also appreciate its value for money.
Highlights
Quality
Typical german engineering very good especially the variable heat which my previous was did not have
Heating is very good and it has high quality
Did smoke at first but according to the manual and online, its just the residue oils from the factory line burning off.
Bought my last phg 500 in 2004 which recently died after 14 years of very rough treatment!
Price
Great product for the price, wouldn't hesitate to purchase again
Very good for the price of cost.
Yes, there is the occasional burnt spot where i hold it in the same place for a second too long, but thats a price i'm willing ... Read More
Shipping
Arrived promptly (thanks to amazon prime) and well packaged.
Prompt delivery fantastic product that's up to the task.
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- This product had a total of 160 reviews as of our last analysis date on Oct 25 2024.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Prob good for other uses but cant comment
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I have used this heat gun to strip all the timber hall stairs and landing on a standard semidetached
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Not sure how i managed without one
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I stripped a doorframe with several thick layers of paint
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
This 1800w hairdryer is something else
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
My newel posts are now bare wood and ready for refurbishment
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
This only took me just over an hour along with the stanley triangle scraper
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Just watch out for the red hot paint flecks landing on your arms