Scotts Classic 20 Reel Mower Review

Taking out my brand new Scotts Classic 20 Reel Mower out of the box was quite exciting because the package has arrived a week ago (Right On Time!) when i was still visiting my family, and i really wanted to get home as soon as possible to give it a good ol' test drive. As i took the new mower out of the box i noticed that the product is in a perfect condition: it's clean of scratches and "bruises" and it looks like it just came out of the factory (If you're familiar with the smell of new products, you'll know what i'm talking about ) As i was sitting on the floor looking on my brand new mower, i realized that it's time to...

Now first off, YOU can assemble it, the Scotts Classic 20 Reel Mower comes in a box and the entire base unit is already assembled and since reel mowers are all about simplicity and top-level efficiency, we are only required to simply assemble the handles to the reel using an already built in rubber clips, which means that you don't need any tools, because it just simply clips on. The Scotts 2000 Lawn Mower comes pre-sharpened and from what i can tell by examining it, there is no need to sharpen it for at least a couple of years (from my own past experience many of the mowers comes blunt and we have to put time and effort to sharpen them ourselves). With that in mind let's move on to the...

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Now, they say that the range of mowing is from 1 to 3 inches but it's kind of deceiving, it depends on how high or low you want to mow your lawn using the Scotts Classic 20 Reel Mower. Right now, it comes from the factory shipped for 2 inches, now if you want to go down to 1 inch you simply need to unscrew a little bolt and then easily move down the little leaver, as simple as that! While thinking about it, let's consider the...

Now there is a lot of information about a "Sharpening Kit" for the Scotts 2000 Lawn Mower, but after reading my owners manual, i realized that you don't need to get the kit, and this is because the factory just recommends us to put a lapping compound on each one of the blades, and then there is a one way gear that you flip around to get the blades to rotate backwards, which means that you can simply sharpen it, without having to get any tools at all, we can pretty much hand sharpen it.
Now I'd like to mention that each wheel powers the reel itself, i actually thought that only one side powers the reel but turns out the both wheels power the reel, which means that when you take a turn left or right, the reel will keep on spinning. The scotts classic 20 reel mower makes an excellent square cut of the grass and it just flings it out the back and puts it right back on the lawn which is exactly where i want it to go. Now it's time to...

With that in mind, if we'll take out all the pros of the scotts classic 20 reel mower, along with all its satisfied costumers great reviews and the top-level delivery of efficiency and quality, a simple fact would be that we simply pay once for the whole thing, while many people are are still paying for gas and oil and are suffering from their toxic and stinky gas and smell. As well as many of people are buying this type also for the fact of no pollution. Now also, I like the fact that you can order parts if you break something-like a part of the handle which is what I've done (after chasing my Border Collie puppy all over the yard). By the way, because the Scotts Classic 20 Reel Mower is a human-powered machine, you'll no longer have to struggle with trying to start the engine, because - well, there is none!

Bottom Line is: I'm Greatful for this Outstanding Piece of Work! The Scotts Classic 20 Reel Mower IS the Real Deal, actually, it's more like: "The REEL Deal"!. Ohh yeah, After you purchase the Scotts classic 20 reel mower, remember to tell everybody who was the guy who told you about it ;)

• 20" cutting width - means you'll get a cut as wide as a power mower.
  
  
• Height range 1" - 3" - gives you the option of an extra tall maximum cut or average cut.
  
  
• Quick-snap height adjusters - makes it easy for you to choose 9 different cutting height settings.
  
  
• Dual 6" rear tracking wheels - even though it is a larger mower, it is still easy to maneuver and push.
  
  
• 5-spider, 5-blade ball bearing reel - provides the optimal number of blades for ease of use and superior cutting.
  
  
• 10 inch composite wheels with radial tread tires - gives you long lasting wheels with good traction.
  
  
• Heat treated blades - provide a good cut and longevity.
  
  
• Welded reel hood - protects shrubs and overhanging plants from the blades.
  
  
• Loop style handle with foam grip - give you a comfortable and durable grip.
  
  
• 2 year warranty - so you know it will last for years to come.
  

This summer, sick of my dirty, smelly, loud gas-powered mower, I decided to purchase a reel mower. As someone who considers himself to be environmentally friendly, I no longer felt comfortable using a polluting machine on my lawn. At the same time, I didn't want to turn lawn mowing into a huge, difficult task. After researching every model on the market, I decided I would give the Scotts Classic 20 Reel Mower a try. My idea of lawn mowing has completely changed. What used to be a tedious, annoying task is now pleasant and relaxing, due to the ease of use and functionality of this mower. Out of the box, it is very clear how to put this mower together, and it should take no more than about 30 minutes to get the assembly done. Just remember to put some dishwashing detergent inside the rubber handle cover before you slide it on. Then you're ready to go. The height adjustment, which is located near one of the rear wheels, is very easy to access: you simply push a lever in and slide it to the correct height level. The height levels are clearly marked right on a dial (a lot easier than having to get out your wrench and screwdriver for most gas-powered mowers). In actual cutting, this mower is very smooth. With minimal energy, the blades spin with good speed and torque, easily cutting the grass down to size. I have a somewhat weedy lawn, and I was concerned that this mower might bog down, but it cuts everything with the same smoothness. My lawn also has several uneven spots, but this mower handled that nicely as well. The rear wheels keep the mower balanced as you push it. If you push faster, of course, the blades will run faster. However, at a casual pace, the blades definitely spin fast enough to take care of a typical lawn. I have even "let my lawn go" a couple of times this summer (it grew to about 6" in height at one point), but the mower handles it just fine. As you're mowing, you'll notice that there is a lot less dust flying around, no smell of fumes, and you can listen to birds and natural sounds the entire time you're outside. This reel mower cuts the grass more cleanly for sure -- you can see that the grass is greener when you're done, without brown tips. When I cut my lawn, I leave the cuttings there and allow them to mulch into the soil. The mower is light enough to lift and carry into a storage area. You don't have to keep oil and gas around, so this mower takes up the minimal amount of space. Here are the only disadvantages to this mower:
(1) You can only get about 6" to an edge
(2) If a stick gets into the blade, you have to stop and pull it out
(3) You will not be visiting the local lawnmower repair shop every season for a tune up, spark plugs, air filter, and any number of other unpredictable problems. Since I started using this mower, several people have asked me if it's more difficult to use, if it's slower, or cuts worse. I assume potential buyers are asking the same questions. I will venture to say that it is actually JUST AS EASY TO USE A REEL MOWER AS IT IS TO USE A GAS-POWERED MODEL. There is NOTHING about a gas-powered mower than makes it easier to use, and gas-powered mowers do not save any time, espcially when you consider all the peripheral needs of owning one. Overall, this is an example of a simple, low-tech solution to a common need. - Matthew Schenker (Westrren Massachusetts)

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