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5/16/2011

McLane 17-Inch Reel Mower Grass Catcher For Push And Powered Models 17-C Review

McLane 17 inch Reel Mower Grass Catcher For Push And Powered Models 17-C
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I had been looking for this type of grass catcher for quite some time and at the right price. Each time I found it, it was close to $100.00 and so I thought that I'd try second-hand stores and yard sales but never found any and plus, 17" grass catchers were tricky to find. I tried Ebay and still nothing. Finally, I found it on Amazon for half the price of local gardening stores. It was initially out of stock but Amazon informed me by email when they had it availiable. The catcher fits perfectly on my McLane lawnmower and does it's job of grass catching superbly. It seems very durable and I hope that it lasts for a long time. The shipping was very fast and I am very satisfied with my product and would recommend this item and my experience with Amazon to anyone. Thanks.

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2/05/2011

Gardena 4024 15-Inch Silent Push Reel Lawn Mower With Folding Ergonomic Handle 380C Review

Gardena 4024 15 inch Silent Push Reel Lawn Mower With Folding Ergonomic Handle 380C
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This mower makes me wish I had a larger yard to mow more often. I'm outdoors, I can hear the birds, there is the smell of freshly cut grass but there is not the hammer of a small gasoline engine, the odor of hydrocarbon combustion nor the annoying trailing of a power cord. Mowing dry grass or even moist grass after a light morning shower here in the mountains of New Mexico becomes pleasant outdoor exercise approaching recreation.The folding handle is elegant but one must take care during assembly to understand how it works so that one does not damage it during assembly. There is ample instructional caution on this point. The carrying handle is comfortable and equally handy to carry this lightweight unit folded or unfolded.The folding handle itself doesn't help me with storage and I leave it locked in the unfolded position but if you have a vertically tighter space than I it could be ideal to reduce the height of the stored unit by half. Edging, mowing around sprinkler heads, and over irregular surfaces or buffalo grass hummocks will require repeated passes in more than one direction, other hand tools and patience to achieve a manicured appearance (but these limitations are not unique to this mower). My grass here in the arid West does not have the density I grew up with behind a gasoline mower in the humid South but I would love to try it back there. I think it would still prefer over a gasoline mower for a smooth lawn of less than half an acre frequently cut. I am raking the clippings and I do not know if a grass catcher is available. The blade clearance was perfectly adjusted out of the box cutting a piece of paper as described in the instructions as cleanly and effortlessly as a pair of scissors. Adjustment of cutting blade to blade and cutting height is easy without tools. This unit replaced a Sears Craftsman reel mower. It is half the weight, 3 times the cutting efficiency, much more easily stored, more rugged, far more precisely engineered and pleasant to use.

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1/31/2011

Fiskars Momentum 18 Inch Reel Lawn Mower Review

Fiskars Momentum 18 Inch Reel Lawn Mower
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I bought this mower when my last rechargeable battery-powered mower finally died. (The Earthwise.Horrible product).I decided it was time to try a different tactic and get a reel mower.

I bought this mower because it could leave the grass 4" deep.I keep my lawn at 3" so I have to water less frequently, and I wanted an inch of play in case I forgot a week.I also liked the guide wheels in front, and the solid look of the mower.

The mower was a pleasant surprise for two reasons:

1.It was EXACTLY as easy to push as the rechargeable mower.It turns out that the energy needed to spin the sharp blades is the same as the energy needed to shove a battery and electric motor around the yard.I had thought I'd get more exercise with a reel mower, but the exercise was the same.

2.The assembly instructions were THE BEST assembly instructions I've ever seen.As someone whose easily confused by the slightest ambiguity in instructions, I appreciated the ease of assembly.

I've been mowing more frequently lately, and have been willing to do it at 7AM because there's no motor sound to wake my family.The mower is fun to use and my lawn looks great.

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Additional FeaturesHandle is ergonomic and adjustableFeatures a padded 3-dimensional gripVersaCut edges 3 times closer than other reel mowersChain drive has steel gears and cartridge ball bearingsAdjust the cut height with one simple touchDischarge chute throws clippings forward4 year limited warrantyKeep your lawn looking great this summer with the environmentally friendly Fiskars Momentum 18 Inch Reel Lawn Mower. The blades are made of steel and the mower uses the StaySharp cutting system that cuts the grass without the blades touching. This reduces the wear and tear on the blades as well reducing the need for sharpening the blades. The five thick wide blades are also strong enough to cut through twigs weeds and other tough areas. The adjustable ergonomic handle has a padded 3-dimensional grip for comfort. This mower is also designed with the patent pending VersaCut which utilizes inset wheels and blades that extend across the entire width of mower allowing it to edge three times closer than other reel mowers. You can also adjust the cut height of the mower with a simple touch giving you a height range of one to four inches. The Fiskars Momentum 18 inch Reel Lawn Mower also features a powerful chain drive with steel gears and cartridge ball bearings. The discharge chute throws the clippings forward to help reduce mess and the mower has a limited four year warranty.

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1/05/2011

All Power America APT1216 GoMow 16-Inch 24-Volt Cordless Reel Lawn Mower with Grass Catcher Review

All Power America APT1216 GoMow 16 inch 24-Volt Cordless Reel Lawn Mower with Grass Catcher
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First for a frame of reference, I like and prefer the manicured appearance that only a reel mower can provide, and I have the Brill Lexus battery powered, made in Germany, which I have been using for several years. The Brill is good to excellent in its construction, but it lacks the power to cut through very thick grass when its mechanical bypass device kicks in and the reel stops turning as the mower makes a raucously loud and annoying ratcheting sound.The Brill works well, but my experience is that it lags and can't keep up in the spring when the grass has a greater moisture content.In contrast, the All Power reel mower is made in China, and it's design and materials reflect its cheaper price.Where it excels, is that it is much more powerful than the the Brill.However, like most electric mowers, it will be overwhelmed with grass that is growing rapidly and is full of moisture after several days of Spring showers.As mentioned by other reviewers, the plastic parts are minimally constructed and won't stand up to hard use. You will curse the plastic height adjustment. It's shoddily designed and constructed, but it can be made to work if you are able and willing to fiddle with it and if you don't try to make frequent height adjustments.(Once when I was using it in heavy, thick, damp grass, the adjusting device (rollers) fell completely off and had to be reinstalled.)At that point I got special approval from Amazon to return the mower, but in the end I decided to keep it because it fits a need in the set of tools I use on my lawn, which also includes the largest Neutron rotary mower and the cordless Black and Decker.In other words, except for the smallest of lawns or in a dry climate, this mower is insufficient, but it does make the lawn look manicured and most of the the time has the power to do that.Mowing time is much better than the Brill, probably twice and I have an extra battery for the Brill.Lastly, for some reason the AP mower showers your legs with clippings much worse than the Brill, but I think that is because it is much more powerful and spins faster.

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12/28/2010

American Lawn Mower 1415-16 16-Inch Hand Push Reel Mower Review

American Lawn Mower 1415-16 16 inch Hand Push Reel Mower
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I've used one of these for about fifteen years,a slightly earlier model 1414-16.

It's been a very good mower.It is very easy to push, and cuts very nicely. Solid metal, yet deceptively light.Its pretty easy to maintain.Oil the bearings annually, and sharpen the blade every year or two.Once you've done it once, sharpening the blade takes about 30 minutes, a screwdriver and a wrench and some valve-lapping compound,and is pretty easy (about the same complexity as assembling a new kids bicycle), but is greasy.That's all you ever have to do.Fifteen years later mine cuts as well as the day I bought it.

I like to think I'm getting more exercise, but the truth is that because of its light weight and good cutting mechanism, its no more effort to push around than a gas mower (if you don't let your grass get too long......).

The only problem I've had is that you have to frequently tighten the nuts holding on the wheels.

If you haven't had a push mower before, a couple of caveats:It does cut more cleanly than a gas mower, but you do usually have to make two passes.Also, you have to keep current with mowing.If you let the grass get too long, you are REALLY going to sweat to cut your lawn the first time. Also, it really won't cut bermuda-type grass very well at all.

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Ideal for Small Lawns. Lightweight and easy to use. Easy to maintain. 4 Spider 5 Blade, BALL BEARINGReel Reel. Tempered Alloy Steel Reel and Bed Knife Blade. Unbreakable Steel Side Plate. 1" Welded Torsion Tube Frame Assembly. Cutting Height .5" to 2.25" with Adjustable 4-Section Roller. Wheel Height Adjustable in 3 Positions. Powder Coated Handle with Flared-Type Design. Cushioned Handle Grips. 10" Diameter Tires with CAST IRON WHEELS and Pinions. Cutting Width 16".

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12/06/2010

Brill 78366 Razorcut 33 13-Inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower Review

Brill 78366 Razorcut 33 13 inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower
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I have had this lawn mower for two years now. The blades are still sharp.It's lightweight.I can mow at night or in the morning and not worry about the noise bothering anyone.I'm single and I love that I never have to worry about it not starting!It cuts the grass beautifully.Another girlfriend just bought one and is thrilled with hers as well.

The only annoying thing is that if you are carrying the lawn mower for whatever reason, as in I have to lift it from my garage up my cement steps to my yard, the handle sometimes unlatches off the mower part. There should be a clip or something to keep the handle hooked on, but there isn't....

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The Brill Razorcut 33 Push Mower is a highly efficient, German constructed, human-powered mower that is light weight and easy to push which means no need for gas, oil, or electricity. Features of this mower include contact-free cutting

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12/02/2010

Easun NaturCut Classic HD 16-Inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower Review

Easun NaturCut Classic HD 16 inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower
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When it first arrived, the left roller kept falling off. I fixed that problem with some loctite. After a few uses, the spinning blades started hitting the fixed blade. I adjusted it, and it worked ok. I went to make another adjustment, and the head of the bolt snapped off. Got a Fiskar to replace it, and it works great.

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The Naturecut HD boasts high quality features and workmanship that make it the ideal choice for your lawn. Stop dealing with the hassle of large heavy gas powered mowers. Pushing an eco-friendly reel mower frees you from the noise and upkeep of traditional mowers. The Nature cut reel mower is suitable for all North American grass types, including bermuda grass. Not recommended for Zoysia grass. The Naturcut HD uses a contact free cutting system to keep the blades sharp for up to 10 years without sharpening. Cutting height adjustable from 1.2" to 3.5". This unit weighs 21 pounds and has a cutting width of 16". Features a rigid handle and 10" wheels. The Naturcut HD also has height adjustable rear wheels to improve the quality of the cut on rough lawns. 2 year warranty.

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11/26/2010

Great States 705-16 16-Inch Specialty Push Reel Lawn Mower For Low Growing Creeping Grasses With T-Style Handle Review

Great States 705-16 16 inch Specialty Push Reel Lawn Mower For Low Growing Creeping Grasses With T-Style Handle
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I purchased this mower from a local retailer to cut my bermuda grass lawn. I don't want to have to break out the big mower anytime the grass needed mowing, and my neighbors like to play in the pools and have barbecues a lot, so I needed something quieter that I could use even in the early hours of the morning.

I think this mower is a little more difficult to push than a regular gas or electric mower, but not much. The main problems with a mower like this are:

1. It doesn't work well when the grass has grown tall. You'll need to mow more often. In return, you'll have a nice, green lawn.

2. Sometimes you have to go over the same patch of grass twice to get it all. I think this is pretty standard for manual reel mowers, but nevertheless this is why I'm giving it only 4 stars out of 5.

3. It doesn't get the edges very well. You'll need a weed trimmer more than you would have otherwise. But I use one even with my regular mower, so it doesn't matter to me.

Contrary to what some sources say, manual reel mowers are fine for dense grasses like bermuda, provided you get the right type. The 7-bladed reel mowers like this one are designed for bermuda and other "bent" grasses.

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16" Special Reel Mower, Equipped With 7 Blade Reel Assembly, Designed Specifically To Cut Low Growing, Creeping Grasses Such As Bent & Bermuda Type Grasses, 4 Spider, 7 Blade Ball Bearing Reel Assembly, Tempered Alloy Steel Reel & Bed Knife Blade, Unbreakable Steel Side Plate & 1" Welded Torsion Bar Frame Assembly, 10" Durable Composite Wheels With Radial Tread Tires, 2-3/4" Molded Hub Caps, Cutting Height 1/2" To 2-1/4" With Adjustable 7 Section Roller, Powder Coated Handle With Flare.

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11/24/2010

Husqvarna 64 16-Inch Push Reel Lawn Mower Review

Husqvarna 64 16 inch Push Reel Lawn Mower
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I can remember mowing the lawn with a push reel mower when I was young. They were heavy and somewhat difficult to push. This Husqvarna 64 mower is the exact opposite: lightweight and easy to push even in 6" tall grass. Our yard is smooth with no rocks or stumps so the Husqvarna 64 mower is a perfect match. It took me less than 10 minutes to assemble the handle and attach it to the blade/reel/wheel assembly. The mower itself is lightweight so lifting it and moving it around it very easy.

The little amount of effort to mow with the Husqvarna 64 truly surprised me. It is easier to push than a conventional mower with no power to the wheels. I actually think I mowed the lawn faster with the Husqvarna 64 than I would with a gas mower because the Husqvarna 64 is so light and easy to maneuver. My wife says that she wouldn't mind using it because it is so easy to push.

Finally the best part was that I could mow the lawn quietly and use no fuel or oil. It is nice to know that a person can put this mower away for 6 months and it will be instantly ready to run. It would be a perfect match for vacation homes, apartments, small houses, or areas where noise is a concern. Only a tiny bit of oil is necessary after using the Husqvarna 64 for an entire season. All in all a perfect purchase!

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Great yards demand equipment that�s as dedicated and hardworking as you. Fortunately, the Husqvarna range of lawn and garden equipment offers everything from lawnmowers and ride-on mowers to trimmers and chainsaws to let you master your great outdoors. You and Husqvarna - together we will make your yard the envy of the neighborhood.Manual reel mowers are friendly to the environment and to your lawn. A hardened reel blade and bedknife on the NovoCut work in concert to shear grass when the mower is pushed forward. Ball bearings on the wheels reduce friction, allowing the operator to push with less effort compared to traditional reel mowers.

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11/22/2010

Brill 78371 Razorcut 38 15-Inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower Review

Brill 78371 Razorcut 38 15 inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower
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Pros:
No more lawnmower fumes and heat in my face.
Cutting my lawn is now very quiet.
My hands are no longer tingle from the vibrations coming from my old gas powered push mower.
Sturdy handle design.This is very important.
Very easy to assemble and use.
Very small footprint, easy to store.
Virtually maintenence free.

Cons:
This mower DOES NOT like tall thick grass.You'll really have to push hard to get it to go through thick grass and will probalby have to go over what you just cut a second time to make the lawn look manicured.
If you fertilize your lawn you'll need to cut it about every other day.Like I said this mower does not like tall thick grass.
If you have any large mature trees in your yard this mower is not for you.You'll spend too much time picking up very small twigs that otherwise will get caught in the mower blades and bring you to a sudden stop.
Little bumps in the lawn have a tendancy to bring the mower to a stop.
Brill could have made cutting high grass easier if this mower was capable of cutting at a higher leangth then what is available.

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The size of your lawn doesn't matter as long as it is fairly smooth and not too hilly.
Don't throw away the little metallic strip that comes with the mower. This is your blade gauge and will cost you $10 to replace.
Overall if your in good shape and have patience with this mower you should be okay.The most improtant suggestion I would make is that you hold on to your gas mower to keep your grass under control when rain prevents cutting, otherwise you'll be in for a shoving match with this mower.

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The Razorcut 38 is the lightest weight and easiest push mower that we've found. It arrives fully assembled and ready to cut. The 5 hardened steel welded blades remain sharp for at least 10 years of mowing. Guaranteed to cut smoothly, evenly and easily every time.

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11/02/2010

Greenworks 25072 20-Inch 4-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower With Grass Catcher Review

Greenworks 25072 20 inch 4-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower With Grass Catcher
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The greenworks mower blades are super sharp, and cut fairly quietly. Assembly was easy and it feels solid when you push it. My only gripe with it is that it's kind of girly looking (as a woman, I feel I can say that). I want my tools to look like tools. My husband and I were joking that the box looks like it's for organic shampoo, not a lawn mower.

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10/31/2010

Easun NaturCut Ideal 40 16-Inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower Review

Easun NaturCut Ideal 40 16 inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower
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The mower arrived promptly and was relatively easy to assemble. The installation of the cotter pins was the only difficult part.

The mower is quiet and efficient and I can manage to cut even tall grass with it. Sticks must be removed first of course. I expect to use the mower for many years.

No fumes, no noise, good exercise. Why would anyone want a conventional mower.
When I had a larger yard, I used a Black & Decker rechargeable electric mower - and a reel mower for touch-ups. That was a good combination.

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The Naturecut Ideal 40 is the perfect mower for the eco-conscious home owner. Traditional gas mowers are bulky and require constant upkeep. Using a Naturcut reel mower frees you from the noise of gas mowers. The Nature cut reel mower is suitable for all North American grass types, including bermuda grass. Not recommended for Zoysia grass. The Naturcut HD uses a contact free cutting system to keep the blades sharp for up to 10 years without sharpening. Cutting height adjustable from 1.2" to 3.5. Lightweight Unit weighs only 20 pounds and has a cutting width of 16". The contact free blades will last 8-10 years without sharpening. Ten inch wheels increase the effectiveness of the mechanism. This Naturcut mower has a 2 year warranty.

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10/23/2010

Great States 415-16 16-Inch Standard Full Feature Push Reel Lawn Mower With T-Style Handle And Heat Treated Blades Review

Great States 415-16 16 inch Standard Full Feature Push Reel Lawn Mower With T-Style Handle And Heat Treated Blades
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I have a small patch of lawn for a front yard, and a large patch for a backyard.I just HATED dragging out the big noisy gas mower for the front.
I am still a bit taken aback at the price on reel mowers... butafter using it, I understand.
This is no flimsy hunk of aluminum andplastic. This is a nice heavy chunk of metal.The blades will stay sharpfor years.It made short work of my lawn and was NOT tedious to pusharound.The reel spins smoothly and is pleasant to listen to... compare itto the din of gas mowers.
I've already had a neighbor ask me where Igot it.
I gave this mower only 4 stars instead of 5 because:
1. The Thandle was difficult to attach to the reel.I had to whack at it with ahammer to get it into the correct position on the reel.
2. It does NOTwork well on taller grass.Anything too tall just gets rolled over.(Incentive to keep the lawn in check.)
But these negatives do notoutwiegh the positives.
Overall, I'm glad I got it!

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16", 4 spider, 5 blade ball bearing reel. Tempered alloy steel reel and bed knife blade, and unbreakable steel side plates with 1" welded torsion bar frame assembly. 10" diameter durable composite wheels with radial tread tires. 2 3 4" molded hub caps. Cu

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10/16/2010

Great States 304-14 14-Inch Economy Push Reel Lawn Mower Review

Great States 304-14 14 inch Economy Push Reel Lawn Mower
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This is very easy to put together and pushes very easily. I am an over 60 lady and actually enjoy keeping my little yard mowed with this product.

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14", 3 spider, 4 blade ball bearing reel. Alloy steel reel and bed knife blade. Steel side plates and formed tension tube. 8 1 2" diameter high impact polymer wheels with integral molded tread. Cutting height adjustable from 1 2" to 1 1 2". 3 section roller. Zinc plated handle with plastic grips.

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10/05/2010

American Lawn Mower 1815-18 18-Inch Reel Mower Review

American Lawn Mower 1815-18 18 inch Reel Mower
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This item is not for everyone.If you have a relatively small, healthy yard that is free from debris then it will probably work for you.I am not a connoisseur of grass, but the variety I have has very slender, fine blades, and tends to flatten very easily (when walked upon, etc.).This is not a problem for a power mower, because the circular action of the blades works as a vacuum to pull the grass up before it is cut.The push-reel mower does not have that advantage, and grass that is not standing tall can easily escape the blade.Therefore, one pass does not yield an even cut, so it is usually necessary to repeat every pass from a different direction to get satisfactory results.For that reason, this item would not be very practical for a large yard.If your grass is of a thicker variety, as I think you may find more of in the south, then the mower would probably work more efficiently.
If you have large trees in your yard, you may want to consider the effects of the fallen leaves or twigs-this mower will not handle them as a power mower does.A small twig can stop it in its tracks...
There are several ways in which this item compares very favorably with a power mower.For instance, the maintenance is much less demanding-no tune-ups, refueling, oil changes, or fouled spark plugs, etc.Also it is considerably lighter and smaller than most gasoline mowers, and therefore much more easily stored.The operation is not silent, but is certainly much quieter than a gasoline engine.I find it easier to persuade myself to get out and mow-it seems less of a chore.And while the environmental consequences may be marginal, I'm sure there are those that find satisfaction in the fact that they may be making a difference in that arena, no matter how small...
The cost is not outrageous, but I might expect to pay a little less for what I got.The construction is sturdy enough, and the assembly was not much trouble (although my mower contained a defective part, I contacted the manufacturer and they shipped a replacement part very quickly).The grip on the handle does not take prolonged stress well, but otherwise I have had no problems.
Ultimately, I am satisfied with the mower.It does a pretty good job for what I need, but I can certainly see how its limitations might make it the wrong choice for some.Weigh the pros and cons carefully...

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The business end of this hand pushed reel mower is solid, sharp, and easy to use, with five heat-treated, knife-sharp tempered alloy steel blades that can be adjusted for varying grass heights from 1/2 to 2-1/4 inches. With its 10-inch wheels, radial tires, 18-inch cutting width, and 2-inch welded shrub bar, this mower should enable you to cross whatever terrain and reach whatever hard-to-access rogue patches of grass you desire. Plus, the soft foam cushion on the handlebar is a nice -- and much appreciated -- touch. However, assembly can be a headache, even though the only tool you need is a wrench. The instructions could be clearer, and the handle parts could fit together better. This product is backed by a limited 2-year warranty.

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10/02/2010

American Lawn Mower 1705-16 16-Inch Bent Reel Mower Review

American Lawn Mower 1705-16 16 inch Bent Reel Mower
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I bought the Great States model 1415-16 mower from Amazon two years ago.The same company makes the Great States, American, and Scotts brands...You can't buy directly from Great States/American and Amazon has the best selection.From what I've read and experienced, buy the lightest mower with at least five blades.I'll tell you this.These aren't your father's reel mowers.Today's reel mowers are state-of-the-art.Once you buy one of these, you'll never go back to gas.The one I have can compete with any of the "best" gas-driven mowers on my street.It's easy to push, more gentle on the grass, and doesn't pollute.Best of all?No starting.No gas.No maintenance.I haven't had to sharpen the blades yet.This is one item I can recommend without reservation.

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The American Lawn Mower Company 16-inch bent reel mower is a simple, efficient, and effective blade-and-reel mower, fueled by environmentally-friendly manpower and specifically designed to cut low-growing, creeping grasses. Made of durable tempered alloy steel with an unbreakable steel side plate, this 4-spider, 7-blade, ball bearing reel design gives you cutting heights ranging from 1/2 inch to 2-1/4 inches using the adjustable 7-section roller and 3-position adjustable wheel height. This mower features durable 10-inch composite wheels with radial tread tires and molded hub caps, 1-inch torsion bar frame, flare-style painted handles with cushioned grips, and a 16-inch cutting width for quick, maneuverable action. This mower can be put together quickly in 10 to 15 minutes.

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9/30/2010

American Lawn Mower 1ST-SP Reel Mower Grass Catcher Review

American Lawn Mower 1ST-SP Reel Mower Grass Catcher
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I bought a Scotts 2000-20-20 and wanted a Grass Catcher with it. Though all the reviewers warned of not having the instructions to attach this grass catcher to Scotts 2000, I went ahead and bought it. My catcher arrived with no instructions at all. Fortunately, the same model was available in my Home Depot and I went through the instructions. Completely useless.

Here are the instructions and the material you will need. This is what works great for me. Your experience may vary

1. Place catcher close to the Black rod behind the catcher.
2. The grass is thrown to your left, if you standing behind the catcher. So place the catcher to the extreme left of the black rod. The space on the right hand is not a problem.
3. Cut four square patches of small Velcro and attach to 2 pieces to the black rod and 2 pieces to the catcher on either end where the steel rod is exposed. This prevents the catcher from sliding to the right.
4. Use a strip of velcro to attach the catcher securely to the black rod.
5. You are in business. Go cut some grass.

The velcro helps in detaching the catcher from the scotts for easy storage (duct tape works, but is too hard to remove. You can use twistix, but the catcher slides)

Have fun.

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Product Description:
The American Lawn Mower Company reel mower grass catcher prevents grass from being strewn across the lawn. For durability this grass catcher sports a plastic bottom, polyester rot-resistant fabric, and a heavy-duty wire frame. It features a galvanized steel bottom and adjustable attached hooks. The grass catcher conveniently folds down for easy storage. It fits with 14-, 16-, and 18-inch hand mowers.

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