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jaker15
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OMFG
That is too dang awesome! I knew you were going to go out with a bang! You wouldn't leave the community without blowing us all away!
This is why you're my favorite person.
That is too dang awesome! I knew you were going to go out with a bang! You wouldn't leave the community without blowing us all away!
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jaker15
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it's
an updated Heritage II
an updated Heritage II
jaker15
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Oops
I guess it's not, just the same color scheme as a HII.
I guess it's not, just the same color scheme as a HII.
kirbylux77
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Looks nice, but guess we're outta luck for a totally different Kirby. Just another boring color scheme change.
Rob
Rob
marks_here
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OMG is right
I held my breath waiting for that??!! It still looks the same as the Sentria II different colour scheme of course, still won't work with my carpets so no love lost here
I held my breath waiting for that??!! It still looks the same as the Sentria II different colour scheme of course, still won't work with my carpets so no love lost here
Miss Mercy
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Disappointment of the century! I'm out guys Peace!!
thunderhexed
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I think...
It's beautiful! Must have!
It's beautiful! Must have!
marks_here
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Thanks Adams!!! You're still the bomb!!! 
jaker15
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What are the odds
that this is just a teaser of what's to come?
that this is just a teaser of what's to come?
fantomfan
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Wow! A shock to me!
Based on the publicity it was getting, I was expecting something a little more revolutionary! Maybe the tools have been revamped? The only thing that really looks different is the handle. I must admit, I do like the color scheme. Maybe they are doing small incrument improvements, and saving the new model for the REAL anniversary?
Based on the publicity it was getting, I was expecting something a little more revolutionary! Maybe the tools have been revamped? The only thing that really looks different is the handle. I must admit, I do like the color scheme. Maybe they are doing small incrument improvements, and saving the new model for the REAL anniversary?
kirbyloverdan
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Thanks Adam
Just an improved shampooer that's it
Well I still will buy two .
Dan
Just an improved shampooer that's it
Well I still will buy two .
Dan
singingrainbow
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Yay! Another re-color!
It all adds up.
When we were at Kirby this summer, the head engineer who gave the tour talked about design issues. One thing he said that struck me: whatever they do, the Kirby has to look like a Kirby, sound like a Kirby, and function like a Kirby.
Honestly I would have been surprised with some radical break in the basic design.
Look if someone wants a completely different approach to a vacuum cleaner, there are plenty of brands with their own identity, sort of. But some people will want a Kirby; and they have a base that is loyal. And there are many home situations where a Kirby provides an excellent cleaning system. To be sure lots of people buy a Kirby and then dump it for another machine soon after; it didn't suit them or their needs. But there are all kinds of people who like them, enjoy using them, like the attachments and feel like they're getting their money's worth in the long run. Otherwise Kirby would not be still in business as it's own company instead of being sold to somebody else to produce hybrid generic sort of non descript mostly plastic tools on board vacuum cleaners. But if that's what somebody really wants, there are plenty of colors to choose from out there at all kinds of price points. And really, most of them basically clean OK.
I would have been surprised if Kirby tried to replicate something you could find in a big discount store. Why bother with that?
I think it looks cool; I am interested to see what they did with the attachments and especially what the guys at the brush roll factory hinted about --some sort of floor scrubber/ hard floor cleaner??? It'll be interesting to see what's actually on this new machine.
But in the end, a Kirby is going to be...well, a Kirby!
When we were at Kirby this summer, the head engineer who gave the tour talked about design issues. One thing he said that struck me: whatever they do, the Kirby has to look like a Kirby, sound like a Kirby, and function like a Kirby.
Honestly I would have been surprised with some radical break in the basic design.
Look if someone wants a completely different approach to a vacuum cleaner, there are plenty of brands with their own identity, sort of. But some people will want a Kirby; and they have a base that is loyal. And there are many home situations where a Kirby provides an excellent cleaning system. To be sure lots of people buy a Kirby and then dump it for another machine soon after; it didn't suit them or their needs. But there are all kinds of people who like them, enjoy using them, like the attachments and feel like they're getting their money's worth in the long run. Otherwise Kirby would not be still in business as it's own company instead of being sold to somebody else to produce hybrid generic sort of non descript mostly plastic tools on board vacuum cleaners. But if that's what somebody really wants, there are plenty of colors to choose from out there at all kinds of price points. And really, most of them basically clean OK.
I would have been surprised if Kirby tried to replicate something you could find in a big discount store. Why bother with that?
I think it looks cool; I am interested to see what they did with the attachments and especially what the guys at the brush roll factory hinted about --some sort of floor scrubber/ hard floor cleaner??? It'll be interesting to see what's actually on this new machine.
But in the end, a Kirby is going to be...well, a Kirby!
cb123
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It's simply the most beautiful thing I have ever seen.....YEAH!!!
I'm cuckoo for Kirby!!!
I'm cuckoo for Kirby!!!
I'm sure kirbyloverdan is bent out of shape. Once again he didn't get his totally redesigned Kirby. For the rest of us loyal and true customers we have been spared any huge disapointments with the Kirby. The tried and true triumphs again.
kirbyloverdan
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Yeah Steve but your 100% WRONG ...
I'm so bent outta shape that I'm buying two of the brand new Avalirs .
I don't care what Kirby does I will always love and buy EVERY new Kirby that's released
How many are you gonna buy ?
Dan
I'm so bent outta shape that I'm buying two of the brand new Avalirs .
I don't care what Kirby does I will always love and buy EVERY new Kirby that's released
How many are you gonna buy ?
Dan
blackheart
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oh...
Well that's a disappointment i was seriously expecting something revolutionary for Kirby. I was prepared to replace my G6 with the new model but this....is just a huge let down. Don't get me wrong i'm sure it's a wonderful machine but it's just nothing like what was rumored and expected. Thanks for posting those Pictures adam.
Well that's a disappointment i was seriously expecting something revolutionary for Kirby. I was prepared to replace my G6 with the new model but this....is just a huge let down. Don't get me wrong i'm sure it's a wonderful machine but it's just nothing like what was rumored and expected. Thanks for posting those Pictures adam.
Honestly, I wasn't a huge fan of the Sentria II color scheme. I've recently come to appreciate some aspects of it, but I was really hoping whatever the next model was wasn't going to look anything more radical than that. The Availar shampooer looks interesting, but seriously, that new bag and black ascents are NOT my style. It doesn't even look contemporary. No offense to those who like it, but the pattern reminds me of some sort of trying-to-be-fashionable dog purse. It looks like they are trying to be retro with the large central Kirby logo. It could have looked okay, but that pattern.....
I was really considering buying a new redesigned Kirby if they had released one. For me, it looks like the Ultimate G was just as the name suggests: the "ultimate" Kirby. I don't think Kirby is going to make anything better than that.
[this post was last edited: 10/26/2014-00:18]
I was really considering buying a new redesigned Kirby if they had released one. For me, it looks like the Ultimate G was just as the name suggests: the "ultimate" Kirby. I don't think Kirby is going to make anything better than that.
[this post was last edited: 10/26/2014-00:18]
vac-o-matic
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I'm with you Nathaniel...oh well, kinda sad really. Wait 6 mos. and they'll be on Ebay and Craigslist for a fraction of the cost. I recently saw a Sentria II with everything go for $400.00, sad affair for the poor guys still schlepping around trying to sell what's left. I would've thought they could've least figured out how to attach a hose without removing the head, guess it just wasn't in the cards.
seamusuk
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Well.... Nothing new there then....
So other than the handle and the shampooer that's basically the same machine as my 2006 Sentria......
Guess they will be around £300 in a year or so on Ebay....
Seamus
So other than the handle and the shampooer that's basically the same machine as my 2006 Sentria......
Guess they will be around £300 in a year or so on Ebay....
Seamus
chicagomike
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AVALIR
By: The Scott Fetzer Company
VACUUM CLEANERS AND VACUUM CLEANER ACCESSORIES, NAMELY, VACUUM CLEANER BAGS, VACUUM CLEANER BELTS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSH ROLLS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSHES, VACUUM CLEANER HOSES, VACUUM CLEANER WANDS, VACUUM CLEANER HOSE EXTENSION TUBES, VACUUM CLEANER HANDLE EXTENSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER CREVICE TOOLS, VACUUM CLEANER MOTORS, VACUUM CLEANER TRANSMISSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER HEADLIGHT BULBS, VACUUM CLEANER SWITCHES, VACUUM CLEANER CORDS, VACUUM CLEANER WHEE...
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This is a brand page for the AVALIR trademark by The Scott Fetzer Company in Westlake, OH, 44145. Write a review about a product or service associated with this AVALIR trademark. Or, contact the owner The Scott Fetzer Company of the AVALIR trademark by filing a request to communicate with the Legal Correspondent for licensing, use, and/or questions related to the AVALIR trademark.
On Wednesday, February 01, 2006, a U.S. federal trademark registration was filed for AVALIR by The Scott Fetzer Company, Westlake, OH 44145. The USPTO has given the AVALIR trademark serial number of 76654384. The current federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED. The correspondent listed for AVALIR is ROBERT P. DUCATMAN of JONES DAY, NORTH POINT, 901 LAKESIDE AVENUE CLEVELAND, OHIO 44114 . The AVALIR trademark is filed in the category of Machinery Products . The description provided to the USPTO for AVALIR is VACUUM CLEANERS AND VACUUM CLEANER ACCESSORIES, NAMELY, VACUUM CLEANER BAGS, VACUUM CLEANER BELTS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSH ROLLS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSHES, VACUUM CLEANER HOSES, VACUUM CLEANER WANDS, VACUUM CLEANER HOSE EXTENSION TUBES, VACUUM CLEANER HANDLE EXTENSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER CREVICE TOOLS, VACUUM CLEANER MOTORS, VACUUM CLEANER TRANSMISSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER HEADLIGHT BULBS, VACUUM CLEANER SWITCHES, VACUUM CLEANER CORDS, VACUUM CLEANER WHEELS, VACUUM CLEANER BUMPERS, VACUUM CLEANER SANDER ATT.
Word Mark: AVALIR
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Status Date:
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9/15/2009
Estimated Renewal Deadline: September 15, 2015
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Serial Number: 76654384
Filing Date: 2/1/2006
Registration Number: 3683446
Registration Date: 9/15/2009
Goods and Services: VACUUM CLEANERS AND VACUUM CLEANER ACCESSORIES, NAMELY, VACUUM CLEANER BAGS, VACUUM CLEANER BELTS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSH ROLLS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSHES, VACUUM CLEANER HOSES, VACUUM CLEANER WANDS, VACUUM CLEANER HOSE EXTENSION TUBES, VACUUM CLEANER HANDLE EXTENSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER CREVICE TOOLS, VACUUM CLEANER MOTORS, VACUUM CLEANER TRANSMISSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER HEADLIGHT BULBS, VACUUM CLEANER SWITCHES, VACUUM CLEANER CORDS, VACUUM CLEANER WHEELS, VACUUM CLEANER BUMPERS, VACUUM CLEANER SANDER ATT
Mark Description: NOT AVAILABLE
Type Of Mark: TradeMark
Published For Opposition Date: 9/12/2006
Last Applicant/Owner: The Scott Fetzer Company
Westlake, OH 44145
Why is this contact information displayed?
Mark Drawing Code: Drawing with Words in Stylized form
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Register Type: Principal
Disclaimer: (NOT AVAILABLE)
Correspondent:
ROBERT P. DUCATMAN
JONES DAY
NORTH POINT
901 LAKESIDE AVENUE
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44114
Classification Information
International Class Code(s): 007
US Class Code(s): 013, 019, 021, 023, 031, 034, 035
Primary Class: Machines and machine tools; motors and engines (except for land vehicles); machine coupling and transmission components (except for land vehicles); agricultural implements other than hand-operated; incubators for eggs.
Class(es) Status: Active
First Use Anywhere: NOT PROVIDED
First Use In Commerce: NOT PROVIDED
By: The Scott Fetzer Company
VACUUM CLEANERS AND VACUUM CLEANER ACCESSORIES, NAMELY, VACUUM CLEANER BAGS, VACUUM CLEANER BELTS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSH ROLLS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSHES, VACUUM CLEANER HOSES, VACUUM CLEANER WANDS, VACUUM CLEANER HOSE EXTENSION TUBES, VACUUM CLEANER HANDLE EXTENSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER CREVICE TOOLS, VACUUM CLEANER MOTORS, VACUUM CLEANER TRANSMISSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER HEADLIGHT BULBS, VACUUM CLEANER SWITCHES, VACUUM CLEANER CORDS, VACUUM CLEANER WHEE...
Perfect for these industries
Words that describe this logo
Machinery Products
vacuum cleaners vacuum cleaner accessories vacuum cleaner bags vacuum cleaner belts vacuum cleaner brush rolls vacuum cleaner brushes vacuum cleaner
This is a brand page for the AVALIR trademark by The Scott Fetzer Company in Westlake, OH, 44145. Write a review about a product or service associated with this AVALIR trademark. Or, contact the owner The Scott Fetzer Company of the AVALIR trademark by filing a request to communicate with the Legal Correspondent for licensing, use, and/or questions related to the AVALIR trademark.
On Wednesday, February 01, 2006, a U.S. federal trademark registration was filed for AVALIR by The Scott Fetzer Company, Westlake, OH 44145. The USPTO has given the AVALIR trademark serial number of 76654384. The current federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED. The correspondent listed for AVALIR is ROBERT P. DUCATMAN of JONES DAY, NORTH POINT, 901 LAKESIDE AVENUE CLEVELAND, OHIO 44114 . The AVALIR trademark is filed in the category of Machinery Products . The description provided to the USPTO for AVALIR is VACUUM CLEANERS AND VACUUM CLEANER ACCESSORIES, NAMELY, VACUUM CLEANER BAGS, VACUUM CLEANER BELTS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSH ROLLS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSHES, VACUUM CLEANER HOSES, VACUUM CLEANER WANDS, VACUUM CLEANER HOSE EXTENSION TUBES, VACUUM CLEANER HANDLE EXTENSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER CREVICE TOOLS, VACUUM CLEANER MOTORS, VACUUM CLEANER TRANSMISSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER HEADLIGHT BULBS, VACUUM CLEANER SWITCHES, VACUUM CLEANER CORDS, VACUUM CLEANER WHEELS, VACUUM CLEANER BUMPERS, VACUUM CLEANER SANDER ATT.
Word Mark: AVALIR
Status/
Status Date:
REGISTERED
9/15/2009
Estimated Renewal Deadline: September 15, 2015
See Trademark Renewal Services
Serial Number: 76654384
Filing Date: 2/1/2006
Registration Number: 3683446
Registration Date: 9/15/2009
Goods and Services: VACUUM CLEANERS AND VACUUM CLEANER ACCESSORIES, NAMELY, VACUUM CLEANER BAGS, VACUUM CLEANER BELTS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSH ROLLS, VACUUM CLEANER BRUSHES, VACUUM CLEANER HOSES, VACUUM CLEANER WANDS, VACUUM CLEANER HOSE EXTENSION TUBES, VACUUM CLEANER HANDLE EXTENSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER CREVICE TOOLS, VACUUM CLEANER MOTORS, VACUUM CLEANER TRANSMISSIONS, VACUUM CLEANER HEADLIGHT BULBS, VACUUM CLEANER SWITCHES, VACUUM CLEANER CORDS, VACUUM CLEANER WHEELS, VACUUM CLEANER BUMPERS, VACUUM CLEANER SANDER ATT
Mark Description: NOT AVAILABLE
Type Of Mark: TradeMark
Published For Opposition Date: 9/12/2006
Last Applicant/Owner: The Scott Fetzer Company
Westlake, OH 44145
Why is this contact information displayed?
Mark Drawing Code: Drawing with Words in Stylized form
Design Search: (NO DATA)
Register Type: Principal
Disclaimer: (NOT AVAILABLE)
Correspondent:
ROBERT P. DUCATMAN
JONES DAY
NORTH POINT
901 LAKESIDE AVENUE
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44114
Classification Information
International Class Code(s): 007
US Class Code(s): 013, 019, 021, 023, 031, 034, 035
Primary Class: Machines and machine tools; motors and engines (except for land vehicles); machine coupling and transmission components (except for land vehicles); agricultural implements other than hand-operated; incubators for eggs.
Class(es) Status: Active
First Use Anywhere: NOT PROVIDED
First Use In Commerce: NOT PROVIDED
chicagomike
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Rug Doctor Mighty Pro X3 vs. Kirby Avalir?
http://www.abbysguide.com/vacuum/discussions/58345-1-1.html
Rug Doctor Mighty Pro X3 vs. Kirby Avalir?
http://www.abbysguide.com/vacuum/discussions/58345-1-1.html
http://www.abbysguide.com/vacuum/discussions/58345-1-1.html
Rug Doctor Mighty Pro X3 vs. Kirby Avalir?
http://www.abbysguide.com/vacuum/discussions/58345-1-1.html
djtaylor
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No more gray
I'm just glad it not YET ANOTHER shade of GRAY!!!! I was hoping for something of a color, say a red or green...blue even, but Basic BLACK will do for now. I'm also glad it's not that Beltless Monster from the Google Patent drawings, that thing was just plain awful. Attached Tool Upright, Quick Eject Nozzle with the push of a botton? No thank you! I like my Kirbys to look like and function like a KIRBY. I'm all for moving forward...and it is about time since the G Series is nearly thirty years old, but that Patent Office design was just too much. I'm glad it's not happening any time soon. And it occures to me that Kirby followed Rainbow and Aerus Lux in the color scheme by going with Basic Black... should Kirby follow or lead??? Just my two cents.
I'm just glad it not YET ANOTHER shade of GRAY!!!! I was hoping for something of a color, say a red or green...blue even, but Basic BLACK will do for now. I'm also glad it's not that Beltless Monster from the Google Patent drawings, that thing was just plain awful. Attached Tool Upright, Quick Eject Nozzle with the push of a botton? No thank you! I like my Kirbys to look like and function like a KIRBY. I'm all for moving forward...and it is about time since the G Series is nearly thirty years old, but that Patent Office design was just too much. I'm glad it's not happening any time soon. And it occures to me that Kirby followed Rainbow and Aerus Lux in the color scheme by going with Basic Black... should Kirby follow or lead??? Just my two cents.
godfreys_guy
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anyone, any shampooer pics?
Seems like the biggest change and no pics
Seems like the biggest change and no pics
chicagomike
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Looks like to me they made the new machine even cheaper with regard to manufactured cost and in the process removed a few ounces of overall weight from the machine...
1. The removal of metal/plastic from the handle equates to less weight
2. I bet the new handle costs less to produce too then the Sentria handle did as there is now less plastic in the handle and the is missing metal in the handle equates to less metal cost and less polishing/buffing cost too...
3. Plus, when the vac bumps into painted walls and gets scuff/dings I believe the black trim will really show off the left over white paint from the wall real well too... At-least the 2 different Sentria color rubber/plastic trim did not glare with scuffs/paint marks on the trim.
4. I am disappointed with my first impression of the new machine but when we see more pics maybe I will change my mind... I cannot wait to tear one apart to see if anything internally changed from the Sentria 2 to this model. Not to mention the name for the machine is old too
1. The removal of metal/plastic from the handle equates to less weight
2. I bet the new handle costs less to produce too then the Sentria handle did as there is now less plastic in the handle and the is missing metal in the handle equates to less metal cost and less polishing/buffing cost too...
3. Plus, when the vac bumps into painted walls and gets scuff/dings I believe the black trim will really show off the left over white paint from the wall real well too... At-least the 2 different Sentria color rubber/plastic trim did not glare with scuffs/paint marks on the trim.
4. I am disappointed with my first impression of the new machine but when we see more pics maybe I will change my mind... I cannot wait to tear one apart to see if anything internally changed from the Sentria 2 to this model. Not to mention the name for the machine is old too
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