I purchased this post hole digger about a month ago and just got to use it yesterday. It was a really good purchase! This gas powered post hole digger went right thru dry compacted clay without any problems. I was concerned of kick back and not being able to hold onto the unit - but very minimal kick back and made the job of planting the post so much easier. Dug thru 30 plus inches with no stalls or problems. Definitely would recommend this unit.