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American Lawn Mower Company 18-Inch Reel Mower #1815-18 | List Price: $99.99
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Brand: American Lawn Mower
Binding: Tools & Hardware
Features: - Hand pushed reel lawn mower is solid, sharp, and easy to use
- Cutting heights adjust from 1/2 to 2-1/4 inches
- 5 tempered alloy steel blades with ball bearing reel design; 2-inch welded shrub bar frame; assembly required
- 10-inch wheels and radial tires handle any terrain; cushion-grip handles for comfort
- 18-inch cutting width; 2-year limited warranty
As advertised and more! [Posted on 2008-08-04]
I replaced a gas mower that was taking me some 100+ pulls to start and then would flutter back and forth - so I was ready for anything else. With the American Lawn Mower Company 18-Inch Reel Mower #1815-18, here is what I have now (comparing to both gas and electric mowers I have used):
- mower that cuts cleaner
- mower that cuts high, thick, St Augustine grass
- mower that weighs less
- mower that stores in 1/4 the space
- mower that essentially runs quiet (little noise, but nothing compared to gas)
- mower that does provide exercise (not any more than a normal push mower with a grass catcher attachment)
- mower that is very maneuverable
- mower with $0 in oil or gas or spark plugs or filters or etc.
- mower that does not spew forth fumes
- mower that mulches
It does have some drawbacks - it will get caught on twigs and such (but they are easy to pull out by rotating the blade backwards with your foot) and it won't mow by pulling (you can only mow going forward).
Very Pleased [Posted on 2008-08-04]
I coudn't be more pleased with this mower. It is a great value for the money. It is easy for an 84-year old lady to use. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that it does not do very well on crab grass.
Dependable and Reliable Mower [Posted on 2008-08-07]
I bought this lawn mower in May 2008 to use as a supplemental mower. I use a Black and Decker 24-Volt Cordless Electric Mulching Mower as the primary mower for my half acre lawn, but I frequently run out of battery power before I complete the job.
PROS:
Easy to assemble
The mower is very light and easy to push
Cuts the lawn razor sharp - - beautiful cut
Quiet - - don't have to wear hearing [ear] protection
No need to go to the gym. This is a great workout.
One of the best "eco-friendly" tools I have
Overall, good investment for the price
CONS:
Does not cut long grass well - - best when used if the grass is no longer than 3-4 inches high.
The handle seems a bit flimsy in design.
Pick up larger sticks before cutting the lawn, otherwise the blades may get stuck and the mower will come to a sudden stop. Can be difficult to push afterwards.
You will spend a longer time cutting the lawn with this mower [but it really is fun!]
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Use for a smaller lawn
Don't use on wet grass
Don't let the grass get too long [mow more often]
Keep the blades sharp [buy the sharpening kit]
Great mower to have as a supplemental mower
Smile when cutting grass, because I can guarantee you will be getting a good workout!
Your heart will thank you and the planet will thank you as well!
decent [Posted on 2008-08-12]
This lawnmower works well, but I'd only recommend it for small yards. Also, the handle bars could stand to be more sturdy.
Not great, but useable [Posted on 2008-08-14]
Handle bolts together, so it flexes more than it should. Presumably the handle is manufactured of multiple pieces so it can be shipped from China in a small box.
It cuts well (short grass only). For long grass and/or weeds I gas-up my power mowers.
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