We have a lot of lawn to mow, but are not fussy about it being mowed every week or "perfectly". Use the gas mower for some of the big areas, but wanted to try and become more environmentally friendly and LESS NOISY! First, the assembly. Let me say that even tho' I am a 61 year old female, I am VERY handy. I gave 3 stars to ease of assembly. This is the biggest negative about the mower. I am not saying it is difficult exactly, just annoying at times. One good tip I got from reading the reviews was this: ASSEMBLY is a bit of a.....pain. There are 3 bits: the handle, the middle, and the reel. The handle assembles easily. You will have issues if you follow the instructions by attaching that to the middle part and then putting the entire assembly on the reel. The trick is to attach the middle part to the reel as you will have to push on it (compress it) to get it on the posts. That will be impossible if you've fully assembled the handle as it doesn't flex to fit. Once it's on the reel, bolt the handle to the middle bit. THAT reviewer knew what they were talking about! ALSO, regarding assembly I agree with this reviewer: BUILD quality seem acceptable for a 100 dollar piece of equipment. However, it's engineered terribly. They basically send you two left sides to a handle. And this is actually an issue if you want to fasten the wing nuts/bolt in the same direction on both sides of the handle. Because the left handle is basically the right handle upside down, the bolt no longer fits inside of a dimple in the handle frame. So you're left with two choices: bolting one bolt and wing nut upside down and one right side up, or muscling one of the wing nuts so hard that you make your own dimple in the frame. THIS IS TRUE! I did the former.
I also found that altho' it is true that ideally one doesn't want to set the reel too low and cut too much height off the grass at any one time, the mower works WAY better if you adjust the blades close to ground. I have not found that doing so causes the usual problem of grass too short and "burning". Oh, the method for adjust reel / blades is just awkward. But, not too hard. Regarding trying to cut longer grass. I have found that the blades are so sharp that even letting the grass get rather long (say 6-7 inches!) is perfectly fine. It is true that it does a much better job on soft grass. If you have a lot of "straw", you will get frustrated; it will not cut this sort of grass. People commented that it is better to walk fast and get the reel turning faster...yes, definitely makes cutting easier. Sometimes you benefit by giving a spot a second swipe. I think no matter the type of mower that overlapping your "lanes" of mowing and essentially double mowing is beneficial. I don't know why, but I like the "cut' produced by this mower much better than the gas mower. It is much greener and thicker looking. If you want a reel type mower, this one is highly recommended. Oh, yes it only goes forward. Not really an issue. Sticks? Well, if they are small and flat on ground, not an issue. If one gets in the blades...it stops SUDDENLY. Just pick the stick out. Hardly an issue for me; most small twigs get mowed right over. Lastly, the best thing is you can quickly grab it, no gassing up, do a small area only if need be...sometimes there are patches that grew faster than the rest. I am glad I bought it. Get the wider one for a few more dollars.
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The Great States gives you an environmentally-conscious lawn maintenance solution that has been around for over 120 years.
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The Great States gives you an environmentally-conscious lawn maintenance solution that has been around for over 120 years.
You can forget about costly maintenance since Great States reel mowers are virtually maintenance-free. Our brand focuses on providing clean and effective lawn maintenance solutions that are maneuverable and easy to use.
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Great States is committed to giving you the highest quality of planet-conscious reel mowers crafted from the best possible material.
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A manual mechanical lawn mower that cuts grass without ripping or tearing blades
Old style push mower that is easy to use and simple to store
Simplify lawn maintenance with the Great States old-style lawnmower. It helps maintain lawn health by precisely cutting grass blades without shredding the grass. You can expect a clean cut that makes your lawn greener and healthier. This mechanical lawnmower is lightweight and easy to maneuver. It is low maintenance as the blades are very durable but can also be sharpened when necessary. Once you are done with your yard work, you can easily store this Great States lawnmower in your garage or hang it on the wall to save space.
A reliable old school lawn mower that cuts grass every time
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Precise cutting actionThe Great States mechanical lawnmower gives you precise cutting action like a pair of scissors. This ensures a greener and healthier lawn that does not make your grass susceptible to diseases and insect attacks. The heat-treated alloy steel blades are very durable, and they remain sharp for a long time. |
Lightweight and easy to maneuverThe Great States mower is lightweight and easy to maneuver on your lawn. It does not require oil or gas to function. It can be assembled without the use of special tools. You can maneuver it on your lawn with ease as the T-style handle with cushioned grip gives you comfort and convenience. This manual lawnmower is easy to park in your shed or hang on your wall once you're done with your yard work. |
Heat-treated alloy steel designThe heat-treated alloy steel design of the Great States 16-inch reel mower makes it lightweight and durable. It is easy to maneuver and store. This rotary push lawnmower is resistant to various environmental factors, so you can expect a long service life. This mechanical lawnmower has a T-style handle that makes it easy to maneuver on your lawn. |
Planet-consciousThe Great States mechanical lawnmower is planet-conscious because it does not emit harmful fumes to the environment. You can cut grass by pushing it across your lawn. The sharp blades make cutting grass easy and hassle-free. This old school push mower is an alternative to gas-powered mowers since it does not produce noise or carbon emissions. |
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| Price | $89.99 | $94.99 | $109.99 | $173.23 |
| Cutting Width | 14 in. | 14 in. | 16 in. | 18 in. |
| Cutting Height | 0.5-1.75 in. | 1-1.75 in. | 1-2.25 in. | 1-2.75 in. |
| Blades | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Wheel Size | 8.5 in. | 10 in. | 10 in. | 10 in. |
| Tool-Free Assembly | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 20 lbs | 22.5 lbs | 25 lbs | 27 lbs |
| Handle Style | T-Handle | T-Handle | T-Handle | Loop Handle |
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| Price | $109.99 | $149.99 | $99.99 | $134.99 | -24% $171.58 List: $225.99 |
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| Sold By | Amazon.com | Great States | Amazon.com | Great States | Amazon.com |
| power source | — | Manual | manual | Manual | self-propelled |
| material | Metal | Alloy Steel | — | Alloy Steel, Polymer | Alloy Steel |
| cutting width | 16 inches | 16 inches | 18 inches | — | 17 inches |
| operation mode | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| weight | 1 kilograms | 23 pounds | — | 18 pounds | 0.01 ounces |
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Decent little old school reel mower
First one I ordered arrived with a broken plastic hook designed for the grass catcher. Plastic is prone to do that I suppose. Returned it and ordered another one which arrived today. Assembled in about 10 minutes. Cut our backyard 16' x 52' rectangle of grass in about 15 minutes. I'm satisfied.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2020
Size: 18-Inch, 5-BladeStyle: Reel OnlyVerified Purchase
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Size: 16-Inch, 5-BladeStyle: Reel OnlyVerified Purchase
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MARCO TOVAR
Muy bien producto, recomendable!
Reviewed in Mexico on June 24, 2023Size: 18-Inch, 5-BladeStyle: Reel OnlyVerified Purchase
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CKW
Good little mower
Reviewed in Canada on June 30, 2022Size: 18-Inch, 5-BladeStyle: Reel OnlyVerified Purchase
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Excelente, es ligera y poda en mojado
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Spachval
La podadora ideal para un jardín mediano
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Ineta
Super
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