We have one made by Tilia. Have had no problems with it, haave forzen meat, left overs etc. with it. Really like the idea that you can make the bags any length you need them. Watch for this one on TV that's where we got ours.
Larry
__________________
never under estimate the power of stupid people in large groups
larry
The one put out by Tilia is the Food Saver brand. I have there delux model sold in Cabela's for $159.99. If you look around they make several models though and they have a few different features so look carefully. Sometimes Cabela's has them on sale and have extra attachments for free, that is how I got mine.
I have not seen the Black and Decker model.
When we used to butcher pheasants We'd take them to the local locker to get them vacuum sealed. We'd take a couple hundred and it would cost us 10-15 bucks, and they did an awesome job. Nice, tight, and good looking. Just and idea. Visit My Hunting Page
I use one made by foodsaver. It works great, and its excellent for marinading. Just stick the meat in one of the pouches with some marinade (not too much) vacum seal it and put it in the fridge overnight.
__________________
If it moves, salute it; if it doesn't move, pick it up; and if you can't pick it up, paint it