I've only used it for a total of about fire hours at this point. So far it starts and works great. A more telling review will have to wait for a year or so.

The Patriot Chipper Shredder (CSV-3100B) works exactly as it states in the description of the product. It works perfectly for the smaller limbs that are 2"-3" in diameter. It will start to jam up if too many limbs are forced in it at a time or if you try to push much larger limbs through. If you find yourself in this predicament, it is pretty simple to unjam using either the chipper 'buddy' or another limb. We've really been happy with this purchase even though it is a relatively high ticket item--it is definitely worth the money and you won't find a better product in this price point!

Reliable, durable, good value. Buy the towing attachment and make moving it easier on yourself. Though product delivers as promised, chipping with this is still a lot of work. The machine is small enough that it takes a little encouragement to get sticks through the chipper and takes a little time, while your back is bent. Leaves also require some stirring and shifting in order for them to mulch efficiently and wear a mask as it is very dusty business. The engine is also quite loud and you will need some sort of ear protection.

Purchased 11 months ago. Arrived as promised. Easy to unpack and start up. Worked as promised. Love it! Just 2 weeks ago, had a large tree lead fall out back in a storm. The chipper made a nice pile of mulch out of all the many branches and leaves that were down. Very little to haul away. Also use it in the Fall for all the leaves, with a 7 or 8 to 1 reduction in volume after shredding. Wish there was a good vacuum option for this unit, but apparently there is not. Requires a lot of bending over obviously and tedious feeding of leaves manually, but worth it in the end! Would definitely recommend!

Bought one of these in spring of 2102. It is great when used on green limbs up to about 1.5"diameter. Zips right through. Surprisingly easy to start but I found out just recently that it doesn't want to run on the side of a hill (probably not safe anyway). It needs to be on fairly level ground. I have about 5 acres with a lot of trees and brush. A lot of oaks and red cedar. As long as the limbs are green it chews right through. It does not like dead limbs but then if I remember right the manufacturer tells you that in their literature. Most of the time, I just blow the chippings out on the ground under a bush. However, the chipper bag is very convenient if you want the chips or need to collect an move them. It also keeps the chips from damaging the turf if you are on grass.
About a year after getting the chipper I ordered the attachment that allows you to tow it behind a riding mower. Wish I had done that sooner. I have saved a lot of effort by taking the chipper to where the limbs are rather than gathering them into piles. Great, well made machine!