American Lawn Mower 1204-14 Deluxe Hand Reel Mower

Q: Is this Made in America or China?

Whenever it's possible to find products made in the USA (or really ANYWHERE except China), I happily pay more for them. It's deceptive that a company call itself "American Lawn Mower", when their merchandise is NOT made here. Likewise, no self-respecting company should advertise with American flags items that are only "designed" in the country they delight in highlighting. I'd be happier buying a mower made in China, if the advertising were at least honest; and by that, I don't mean companies who attempt to disguise the source of their product by saying it's "Made in PCR". What fools they just think us.

Q: Does it cut grass with tall weeds (such as dandelions) or would it jam?

The first time you mow taller grass it may be difficult. Just make sure you mow at least once per week and you should be OK. If the grass is too tall you may need to rent a power mower the first time. After that is should be easy as long as you mow once a week.

Q: I'm leery of the T-handle since my last reel mower's aluminum handle bent and then snapped off. How does this one hold up?

The handle seems pretty strong, especially if you are not mowing through grass so thick (or high) that it requires a lot of forward pressure from you. I just mowed my yard after one week and I did most of it with one hand so not much torque was put on the handle. I am only 5'5'' tall so I don't have a lot of downward pressure on the handle (it is more horizontal) when I am using it. If you are a lot taller, I am not sure if that makes a difference or not? I love this mower- light, easy to push and easy to store!

Q: I have small rocks in parts of my yard, like in the grass, will that be problematic with this mower?

I actually have some small rocks in my yard all over.. it has not been an issue. The worst thing that’s happened is that some rocks get stuck in the blades, when that happens you simply back up until the rocks release and then go forward!! Hope you enjoy your chick Magnet of a lawn mower!

4.3/5

Product ID: 736402450

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Details

Power Source
Gas Powered
Material
Metal
Style
rotary
Item Weight
1 Kilograms
Cutting Width
14 Inches
Operation Mode
Manual

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Description

.com Review The Great States 14-inch deluxe hand-reel mower provides a clean, precise, scissor-like cut for most turf grasses -- especially for cool-season grasses such as bluegrass, fescue and rye. With a cutting width of 14 inches and a a cutting height of 1/2- to 1-1/2 inches, the mower has 8-1/2-inch diameter high impact, polymer wheels with integral molded tread. It includes a three-spider one-blade reel, an alloy steel reel, a bed knife blade, and an adjustable, three-section roller. The zinc-plated handle has plastic grips for greater comfort. Assembly is required for this unit. To assure a precise, fine cut, each American/Great States feel mower must pass inspection by cutting paper 1/3000-inch thick -- much thinner than a blade of grass. The mower weighs 19 pounds and comes with a limited 90-day warranty.