The Mutual Power Hercules 620D clone history:

In February 2002 the Mutual Power's supplier (Xpider Co.) copied the mounting system of the Eagnas Smart 808, and copy the turntable and swivel clamp bases of the Eagnas GB, then add the base of the Eagnas Hyper 100 to create the Hercules 620D model.

2002 Eagnas Flex 840 2 stainless steel clamps (PN-1002)		May 2002 Mutual Power Hercules 620D 2 aluminum clamps (SC-201)

Other brands' compatible models:

Flex 840 detailed comparison chart:

Model	Eagnas: Flex 840	Mutual Power: Hercules 620D
Price	$699.00 only $569.00
Six-point, suspension mounting system	Yes	Yes
4 independently adjustable mounting arms	Heavy-duty	Yes
Shoulder supports	4 K-shaped shoulder supports (heavy-duty)	4 K-shaped
2 padded head and throat mounting posts	Yes	Yes
2 tennis swivel clamps	Slim stainless steel thumb-adjustable (PN-1012)	Aluminum thumb-adjustable (SC-201)
2 badminton swivel clamps	No	No
2 swivel clamp bases	ConeLock	ConeLock
360 degree swivel turntable	With 2 stainless steel tracks	With 2 stainless steel tracks
Turntable brake	Easy disc brake system	Disc brake system
Tension head track arm	Yes	Yes
Manual crank tension head	Yes	Yes
Machine base with tool tray	Metal	Metal
Stringing tools	1 DP-507 diagonal cutter, 1 NP-500 needle nose pliers, 1 BS-809 tennis awl, and 1 PN-3092 string mover	No
Step by step illustrated stringing tutorial guide	Yes	No
Warranty	5 years
Status	Much cheaper than the other importer.	Copy Eagnas Smart 909, copy Eagnas PN-1008 aluminum clamp. Discontinued

1. The Mutual Power Hercules 620D clone history:
2. The Mutual Power aluminum swivel clamp SC-201 clone history:
3. Who manufactures stringing machines for Mutual Power?
4. Where did Mutual Power attain information provided on their website?

1. The Mutual Power Hercules 620D clone history:

   In February 2002 the Mutual Power's supplier (Xpider Co.) copied the mounting system of the Eagnas Smart 808, and copy the turntable and swivel clamp bases of the Eagnas GB, then add the base of the Eagnas Hyper 100 to create the Hercules 620D model. (Click on picture or model number to view larger image.)

   Eagnas GB		Eagnas Smart 808		Eagnas Flex 840	Mutual Power Hercules 620D
   1998				2002	May 2002 Copy Smart 808: stand & mounting system, copy GB: turntable & swivel clamp bases, copy PN-1008 clamp

   
   
2. The Mutual Power aluminum swivel clamp SC-201 clone history:

   In May 2000 the Mutual Power's supplier (Xpider Co.) copied Eagnas PN-1008 aluminum swivel clamp design. Use the Eagnas PN-1008 aluminum top and bottom parts. Use the Eagnas PN-1008 steel post. Add the steel handle and metal thumbknob. But Mutual Power indicates it is a stainless steel clamp to mislead the viewers.

   1997 Eagnas PN-1008		May 2000 Mutual Power SC-201

   
   
3. Who manufactures stringing machines for Mutual Power?
   

   In May 2000 an ex-employee of the stringing machine factory (Lily-Lee & Co., Ltd.) began to copy Eagnas Hawk and Hyper series machines. This startup company copied Eagnas Smart series machines in February 2002.

   The Pegasus USA, Inc. was established in 2002. In May 2002 this company began to import the stringing machines from the "Xpider Co" company, and marketed the stringing machines under the trademark "Mutual Power".

4. Where did Mutual Power attain information provided on their website?

   In May 2002 the Mutual Power copied the Eagans's logo statement and the Terms and Conditions statement from the maxline's website. We are pleased that Mutual Power thought of us as a source of reliable information.

   Website	Eagnas		Mutual Power	Status
   Main page	Dedicated To Technical Excellence. Committed To Quality & Performance.		Mutual Power commit the technical excellence for quality and performance.	Copy Eagnas logo statement
   Order page	3. Minimum Order We accept small orders, and we do not charge small order processing fee.		3. Order Quantity We accept small orders.	Copy Maxline minimum order statement
   Order page	4. Sales Tax California residents need to add the sales tax. There is no sales tax for international order and out of state order.		4. Sales Tax Texas resident needs to add 8.25% the sales tax, there is no sales tax for out of state of Texas or international order.	Copy Maxline Sales tax statement
   Order page	5. Method of Payment We accept cashier's check, money order, Visa, Mastercard, Discover card and American Express. No charge will be made to credit cards until the product ship's. No surcharge for credit cards. Within the United States, you can send a personal check or pay by C.O.D. Products will not ship until personal check clears the bank. All C.O.D. orders will have a service fee of $6.00 imposed by UPS. C.O.D. orders must be paid by cashier’s check or money order (no personal check and cash). Prepaid orders must include the shipping cost. Shipping cost will be quoted at time of order. If you would like use credit card, please provide us with the credit card number and the expiration date of the credit card.		6. Method of Payment We accept cashier check, money order and credit card (Visa, Master and American Express). C.O.D. only accept cashier's check, money order. No charge will be made to credit cards until the product ship and no surcharge for credit cards. When using credit card, please provide us with the credit card number and the expiration date. Personal check is also accepted within the United States, products will not ship until personal check clear in the bank. All order charges will include both goods and shipping & handling charges.	Copy Maxline Method of payment statement
   Order page	8. Returns Return authorization numbers must be requested before acceptance. Unauthorized returns are refused and returned at customer’s expense. All returns must be made within 30 days of invoice date. Merchandise returned will be subject to a 15% restocking fee unless defective. We reserve the right to inspect for misuse and to determine whether repair, replacement or adjustment is necessary. Merchandise must be returned in original packing and in resaleable condition. All products returned must: be 100% complete, contain all original boxes and packing materials, contain all manuals and other accessories. The customer pays all shipping charges. Original shipping charges are not refunded on returned items. Customer is responsible for all shipping charges back to MAXLINE on returned items. When we receive products back, we inspect them carefully, then immediately credit your charge card or send a refund check.		7. Returns Return authorization numbers must be requested before acceptance. Unauthorized returns are refused and returned at customer's expense.  All returns must be made within 14 days of invoice date. Merchandise returned will be subject to a 15% restocking fee unless defective. We reserve the right to inspect for misuse and determine whether repair replacement or adjustments are necessary.  Merchandise must be returned in its original packing and in resale condition. All products returned must be 100% completed, contain all original boxes and packing materials, all manuals and other accessories. The customer pays all shipping charges. Original shipping charges are not refunded on returned items. Customer is responsible for all shipping charges back to PEGASUS on returned items. When we receive products back, we inspect them carefully, then immediately credit your charge card or send a refund check.	Copy Maxline Return statement
   Order page	9. Shortage and Damage Please inspect each shipment upon receipt of merchandise. Note any discrepancies or damage. Call us immediately about any shortages. All claims must be made with our office within 7 days of receipt of merchandise. Damage that occurs in transit is the carrier’s responsibility and claims must be made at once to the carrier by you.		8. Shortages and Damage Please inspect each shipment upon receipt of merchandise. Note any discrepancies or damage. Call us immediately about any shortages. All claims must be made with our office within 7 days of receipt of merchandise. Damage that occurs in transit is the carrier's responsibility and claims must be made at once to the carrier by you.	Copy Maxline Shortage and Damage statement