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

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(More customer reviews)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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Product Description:
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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Great States 304-14 14-Inch Economy Push Reel Lawn Mower Review

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(More customer reviews)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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American Lawn Mower 1414-16 16-Inch Standard Push Full Feature Reel Lawn Mower With T-Style Handle Review

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(More customer reviews)Now I researched reel mowers for a while before my purchase.Here is what I found- American Reel Mower Company makes both the Scott's AND Great Lawns mowers.All are made in China now EXCEPT for model 1414-16!This one mower is still made in the US.It is heavier duty than the rest- cast iron construction.Yes, it is heavier, but mows better because of the weight.I called the American Mower Co. to verify all of this information.If you know what these mowers are all about (don't try cutting 6" high grass in one pass) then THIS is the mower to buy.I love mine and it will surely last for years!

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Safe, lightweight and easy to push, this non-polluting Reel Lawn Mower is great for small lawns and hard-to-cut landscaping. The clean, even cut is better for your lawn because it doesn't rip or tear, leaving the grass blade sealed to better retain moisture. Use clippings as a fine mulch to fertilize your lawn, or add the optional Grass Catcher (sold separately) to collect the grass for your compost pile. Safe, lightweight and easy to push, this non-polluting Reel Lawn Mower is great for small lawns and hard-to-cut landscaping. The clean, even cut is better for your lawn because it doesn't rip or tear, leaving the grass blade sealed to better retain moisture. Use clippings as a fine mulch to fertilize your lawn, or add the optional Grass Catcher (sold separately) to collect the grass for your compost pile. Includes 10" adjustable wheels, 5 blades and a ball-bearing reel. Assembled mower measurements: 48"H x 22"W x 14"D. USA

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Black & Decker LM175 18-Inch 6-1/2 amp Electric Mower Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had this mower since the previous Spring, and every time I'm out mowing, I'm thinking about the review that I planned to write here about it.So needless to say, I've thought a lot about this.Here are 6 reasons to get this lawnmower:

1. It's cheap, about half the price that an equivalent gas mower would set you back.It's probably also a little bit cheaper to keep running, too.

2. It's light.A lot of gas mowers are self-propelled because they're so heavy to push around, but at 36 pounds, this mower doesn't need to be self-propelled.You can move it back and forth with relative ease, much like a heavy vacuum cleaner.

3. It's easy to start.No yanking the cord to get it going; just turn it on and start.Of course, you can get self-starting gas mowers these days as well, but they will set you back even more money.

4. It's quiet.Well, okay, it's not THAT quiet.But it's quieter than most.

5. It doesn't smell.The lawn doesn't smell like gas fumes after you're all done.

6. It's better for the environment.Gas lawnmower engines expel 10 times the amount of pollution per gallon of gas than your automobile does.

Sounds great so far, right?Well, before you click that "Add to Shopping Cart" button, let me give you two thoughts that might have you think otherwise:

1. The cord.Yep, there's no battery here, so you're attached to your house's electricity the entire time.In practice, I haven't found this too difficult to deal with; by starting near the outlet and snaking back and forth away from it, it's easy to manage.But, when I have to mow around my trees, it gets to be a bit of a chore.If I had a lot of tricky landscaping, or a particularly large yard, this would be enough to kill the deal.

(You can get electrical mowers with batteries, but they tend to be even more expensive than the gas mowers, and if you're choosing electric for environmental reasons, the lead in that battery is going to steer you even further away from that option.)

2. The optional mulching bag is small.If I'm collecting my grass clippings, I'll often need to empty the bag 8-10 times during a typical run.It gets to be pretty annoying.As a result, I usually just let the clippings return to the lawn, which is better for the lawn anyway, even if it doesn't look as pretty.

And there you have it.Six reasons to buy it, and two not to.You'll have to make your own decision.As for myself, I've been very happy with my purchase thus far, and will probably make my next mower a Black and Decker electric model as well.

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If you're in the market for a solid, economical electric mower, the Black & Decker 18-inch electric mower is worth a look. Powered by a high-efficiency, 6.5 amp, Black & Decker motor, this mower offers quiet, hassle-free operation, without the mess and expense of gas-and-oil models. No need for tune-ups and pull starts, either. This mower weighs just 36 pounds, making it easy to push and maneuver in the lawn. It features an 18-inch cutting blade; side discharge (optional Black & Decker side bag assembly #BA-075 sold separately); a rust-proof, polymer deck; and one-touch height adjustment (from 1 to 3-1/2 inches). Tool-free assembly means you'll be up and mowing quickly, while a lifetime deck warranty and two-year warranty on the mower itself provide added peace of mind. --Carl Thress

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