Price: $119.99
(as of Dec 04, 2024 15:18:17 UTC - Details)

"Features: Cutting height 1/2 in to 2-1/4 in with adjustable 7-section roller 18-Inch cutting width 10 in durable composite wheels with radial tread tires and molded hub caps Lightweight and easy to maneuver Tempered alloy steel reel and bed knife blade 2 in welded shrub bar assembly Cast iron roller brackets with quick-adjust wing nut Plated loop-type handle with full-length foam grip This 18-inch Reel Mower is a classic yard working solution for those who like to keep things simple and green. This mower features a four spider blades on a ball-bearing reel and adjustable cutting height from ½ to 2-3/4 inch so you can get the look you want for your yard. The plated loop handle has a full-length foam grip for better maneuverability and comfort. No gas, No Fumes! "
Power source type: self-propelled
Reviewer: Chris
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Superior Cut, Quiet, and a Workout!
Review: I've been using a traditional gas rotary mower for years and had heard good things about reel mowers. There's a lot of options, and I tried out a Scotts 16" Elite Reel Mower first from a local store before upgrading to this 18-Inch 5-Blade Reel American Lawn Mower, and overall, I am pleased with it so far. Assembling the mower fairly easy using the provided instructions and it didn't take long before I was ready to start cutting.One of the standout features of this (and any reel mower) is its clean cutting ability, sort of like a pair of scissors. The five-blade reel spin as you walk and push the grass up against the cutting bed to give a consistent cut, every time. The speed of the reel is dependent on how fast you are walking, so a good moderate pace is required. I tend to do some perimeter cuts first, then go back and forth (switching from 'horizontal' to 'vertical' or 'diagonal' every few times to switch up the pattern. The cut quality is truly superior to that of traditional rotary mowers.However, there are a few considerations to keep in mind. The mower may struggle to catch all the grass if some blades are bent down or if the grass is too long. With this, its recommended cutting the grass more frequently, going in opposite directions, and overlapping each pass. While this may reduce the effective cutting width from 18 inches to around 12-14 inches, it ensures a thorough and even cut. It actually takes around the same amount of time to cut the ~4000 sq foot I cut with this than with the rotary gas mower and that is comparing a 21" cut to this. Perhaps its because its lighter, I can walk faster, and turning is easier too?For maintenance and accessories - Maintaining the sharpness of the blades is important for optimal performance, and although I haven't had the need to sharpen them yet, there are sharpening kits available. Additionally, the option to purchase a bagger is available, but personally, I prefer leaving the clippings on the lawn as natural fertilizer. Just be sure to pick up any twigs or anything else the blades may catch on during use, as you'll come to a complete stop as it jams into the cutting bed. At least with a reel mower you don't have to keep your hand on the push-bar, so you can easily stop to pick something up. I even look around to 'de-weed' the lawn in that area as I come across things. Sometimes I'll carry or attach a small bag to the unit to store the twigs or anything else I pickup so I can throw it out when done.Also, it's worth noting that the mower throws the clippings backward, so wearing long pants and shoes is key to avoid getting them on your legs. Though I'm sure it would work with some additional leg-power, this mower works best on flat lawns without too many weeds, as it may struggle with uneven terrain as it's self-powered and the weed stems can also stop the blade reel in its tracks if they are too thick.One other thing, is that you won't really get the traditional 'stripes' of a rotatry mower. I've seen others modify the reel mower to drag a lead / pvc pipe with sand in it, but personally I don't bother. As long as the grass looks trimmed and neat, I'm happy.You also can't beat the workout it provides - I get a solid ~30 minutes of mowing every few days and you work up quite a sweat.Overall, I wanted to try reel mowing for the season and the 18-Inch 5-Blade Reel American Lawn Mower is a solid choice that fit my needs. While it may require some additional effort one of the standout things is since its nearly quiet, you can mow at any time, and even when its wet - two things a gas powered mower just can't (or shouldn't) do. Really - you can't bet the cut quality and that's why I'm doing this, for a healthier lawn.

Reviewer: Mike Duran
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Mows your Lawn
Review: I recently purchased another copy of this via Amazon after my prior one ended up in someone else's garage; used for a year or so. If you buy it, here's what you'll find: Easy assembly in maybe 15 minutes with an 11mm wrench (or adjustable, whatever). Use water to slide on the foam handle. Hardware was complete (purchased 4/04) with 2 extra pieces. All metal is apparently finished well against corrosion. Although the handle appears flimsy, it is more than adequate to do the job and there is no flex under use. The wheels have good traction and do not slip on the grass when they're pushed along, at least when the grass is dry which is the only time that I mow. Mine came set up perfectly to work just as soon as I put it together; blades were sharp and adjusted, and height, the only other possible adjustment, takes about 1 minute to set. This reel mower is actually easier to use in my opinion than an unpowered gas one as it is lighter; and easier to maneuver than a powered gas mower, though it does have the odd behavior of "flipping over" when you pull it back towards youself to go over a tight area. This can be annoying but maybe it's required by the design, I don't know. It is easy enough to use that I have actually used one on larger plots of land and with less fatigue than a heavy gas job - you just turn on the CD player, and walk along. And of course there are all the other many advantages over the stinky, noisy gas couterparts which others have already mentioned, changing clothes and showering fumes and grass bits off yourself aterwards, etc. In fact I don't think of mowing with this as a chore, as I used to do with the power mower, though your mileage may vary on that one. The only big comparative drawback is that it will not cut long grass or sticks, and I have used a borrowed mower and rake for the first cut. But once the lawn is "ready," it is perfectly easy after that. I reel-mow once every 2 weeks in Spring up here in the fertile Pacific NW, and find that this is enough to keep the lawn "reel-ready" (length kept on the high setting). Grass clippings are longer and not pulverized compared to powered ones, but I don't find them too ugly to leave for mulch. In fact I'd agree that a reel-cut lawn looks a little better than a power chopped one, even with the leavings. So in sum: this mower is easier and a lot more pleasant to use than a gas mower as long as you pre-cut to length, and this brand is of good, durable quality and does the job well.

Reviewer: Tomás Castro
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Corta mucho más suave de lo que esperaba, definitivamente fue una muy buena compra. Si la encuentran en descuento la recomiendo muchísimo, así como también comprar algún aceite mineral para que al terminar de usarla le den una limpieza y protección para cuidar que las cuchillas no se oxiden tan pronto.

Reviewer: Paul A. Sparrow
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: So I'll start by saying that I've used push mowers for over 20 years and over 3 different house lawns. Further I've used powered reel mowers including a Toro. So in short I've got experience here.As a kid I mowed my dad's lawn with a Toro powered reel mower and that is the Cadillac of residential mowers. Later when I moved out I bought an old used no name push mower, fixed it up and used it. It did the job. Next was a Gardina C360 (16.5 inch cut) at a price of $139 back in 2002. It was nice and lasted me 18 years and lots of lawn millage. The gears on the wheels wore out and replacement parts don't seem to be handy.So now I bought this American 18 inch cut. Wow so nice. Quiet. Smooth. Cuts with ease and does as good a job as any 5 blade reel mower would. Feels solid. Had no issue putting it together as it's as simple as 8 bolts. Deliver was quick as well including 3 days from the States.Previous comments make me laugh. Yes push reel mowers don't work well if you haven't mowed the lawn in 6 months. I recommend cutting once a week at a minimum.Yes they don't cut 100% of the grass blades so I recommend double cutting (one way then across it) to get a real fine golf course look.I would also recommend top dressing your lawn if it's bumpy or as drop offs etc. The smoother the lawn the better.All in all if you want something environmentally friendly, quiet, gets you some exercise, cuts almost as good as a professional power reel mower, and I suspect will last me 20 years than this is the mower for you.

Reviewer: Mark P
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Shipping time was good. Product looks well built and works well. No complaints. Very happy

Reviewer: tinkink
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Pros: Cuts great, light and easy to move around, makes a fraction of noise that a gas mower does, perfect width to get the lawn done quickly.Cons: Finicky height adjustment mechanism- but I just set mine to lowest and leave it there now so it might be a non issue.For me at least- the handle was insanely hard to slot over the metal pegs- maybe mine was just off by a few mm in width and that's why it was a struggle but it took a hammer and 30 minutes of brute force pushing and cussing to force it into position. If yours doesn't slot in easily and it's in the right direction and everything, get some help and have whoever is pushing use mechanic's gloves for a better grip. Don't want to go hand first into the blade tumbler because you slipped.Other than that- only time will tell how durable it is !

Reviewer: Paul Booker
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Very happy with this product