Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Product Description
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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AWESOME Reel Mower November 29, 2008
Raul Legarreta (Orlando, FL)
We have Empire Zoysia and we installed 29 pallets around a year ago (11,600sq). We have been treating the grass correctly, but we have been mowing the grass with a self-propelled rotary mower. It looks good when its cut, but it does make the lawn look like yellowish color for a couple of days, because it breaks/rips the leaf, leaving it vulnerable for diseases.
We heard from other people to use a reel mower that its very good for zoysia. We purchased the American Lawn Mower about 1 month ago, and let me tell you, we LOVE IT. We have used the reel mower 2x already, but its winter time and the grass won't grow much, but we would it have loved it was summer to cut it weekly. Not only leaves the grass with a beautiful green color, it is an awesome way to workout, and you can use it at ANY TIME without waking up your neighbors =).
The way the reel mower works, it cuts the leaf uniform, not leaving the leaf vulnerable to diseases. Its like when a person needs a haircut, you go to a barber to get it done.
The American Lawn Mower its a good product, VERY EASY to assemble, and we recommend it for the people that have zoysia. We give 10 out 10.
We received the product like 4 days after we placed the order. Thanks to all those involved =).
Not great, but useable August 14, 2008
934turbo
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.
decent August 12, 2008
G.G. (Texas)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This lawnmower works well, but I'd only recommend it for small yards. Also, the handle bars could stand to be more sturdy.
Dependable and Reliable Mower August 7, 2008
deborah
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
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!
Very Pleased August 4, 2008
pianogirl (Virginia)
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.
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