Reel Mower VS Rotary Mower - Best lawn mower 2020

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Reel Mower VS Rotary Mower - Best lawn mower 2020
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Reel mower vs rotary mower is a greatquestion. One step to achieving the ultimate lawn fix is to select a mower that cuts well. The best lawn mower 2020 in my opinion is allett mowers. I prefer a reel mow vs rotary mow because the cut quality of the reel mower is superior. No matter how you look at it a push reel mower vs a push rotary mower the reel mower wins. The reel cuts like sharp scissors where the rotary mower cuts like a machete.

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@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

Thanks for watching today's video. Check out the description to see the products I used today. If you're looking for the best treatments for your lawn, check out my favorite products: Fertilizer 🛒 Propeat Fertilizer (Home Depot): tinyurl.com/vfmrs480 Yard Equipment 🛒 Sun Joe Scarifier and dethatcher (REQUIRES 12Gaugae Extension Cord) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2MPTHQG 🛒 12gauge 100ft extension cord Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2MQ7hn3 🛒 Thatch Rake Amazon (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/rimz6luc 🛒 Spyker hand held spreader Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3jAMP6V 🛒 Levelawn Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/31Ry6e9 🛒 Rain Gauge 10 pack Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3dWEoQU 🛒 Thermometer (Taylor digital thermometer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/30fvZ7v 🛒 FlowZone Typhoon 2V Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3rH6ncR DoMyOwn (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/423najqv 🛒 FlowZone Storm Backpack Sprayer Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3aTOeSt DoMyOwn (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/53g8qmog 🛒 Solo Handheld Sprayer 2 Gallon w/ fan nozzle Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2O2ApHy Herbicides for Cool Season Grass 🛒 Speedzone (For hard to kill weeds) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2UkBVpC Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/y3emhy5a 🛒 T-Zone Herbicide (For hard to do weeds) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2ZWLy3L Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/y4tqhy3o 🛒 Tenacity (Crabgrass and annual grass control) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2L9xzP0 Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/y2go983a 🛒 Non-ionic Surfactant (to be purchased with Tenacity) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2LduNIk Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/y653upkf 🛒 Methylated Seed Oil Duo Stick (Purchase with quinclorac products like drive xlr8) Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/yxt5q2zo 🛒 Drive XLR8 Quinclorac (annual grass killer / crabgrass killer) Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/48b8jssy Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2ZWZI4N 🛒 Quinclorac 1.5L (annual grass killer / crabgrass killer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/31ywx53 Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/m48nud7m Herbicides Warm Season grass types (READ LABEL FOR GRASS TYPE / WEED TARGET) 🛒 Weed Free Zone (general weed killer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3aPRdeB Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/4tlraqeq 🛒 Dismiss NXT (annual grass killer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3qbtBaB Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/10xoaovn 🛒 Certainty (annual grass killer/crabgrass killer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3d0Lt4c Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/14o52u3i Bug Sprays 🛒 Demand CS (Great to control most pests inside and out) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2muP9Ue Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/v133017a 🛒 Transport mikron (Great for ant control and general pest) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2ntfDW8 Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/2de4vs6f As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Links marked as “PAID LINK” are affiliated.

@dienal-hakim8649 Год назад

Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower ru-vid.comUgkxTPN04aT-Qdjr_KS3ql7ng8wnU3wwsCqk also recommend Yes it is lightweight so hence not as robust as our old one. But if you take care it does the job really well.

@pestandlawnginja Год назад

Same!

@mikephillips950 4 года назад

Had a Allett REÈL mower now for 33 years , still using it ,fantastic machines 😊👍

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Rad!

@charles-y2z6c 4 года назад

I am old enough to remember when all lawn mowers were Reel type. Fact

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Rad

@Zechs113 4 года назад

Grew up in the 80's and I remember cutting the yard with a manual push one, We also had the hand held cutter the one with double sided serrated blade you swung back n forth trying not to hit your shins with lol.

@thepurdychannel8866 4 года назад

@@Zechs113 you mean a sythe

@ignaciofuentes2642 4 года назад

I'm old enough to remember when nobody had a leaf blower. Everyone raked and swept. And you swept your clippings out of the street. Now everyone just blows debris in the street.

@rosshageman951 4 года назад

I too mowed approx 0.5 acre with a no engine reel mower. My dad was concerned with the safety issues of the power mowers of the 1960's. Then the drop dead engine was invented and I got a power mower and was glad . I have a 12 year old mower and when it needs replaced a 'reel' mower is being considered. Grass and debris in the streets ? Not back in my day.

@joelchoquette5674 4 года назад

This reminds me of my youth when all the yard service people had power reel mowers, back before rotary mowers became cheaper and more popular. They do cut very well, if adjusted properly.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

yes! lots of adjusting that has to be done.

@kellkelley5743 Год назад

I just started reel mowing.. I have a true cot 21 inch and I bought a Sun Joe cordless 16 inch cut. I use my Kobalt 80 volt to do the trimming or outline of curbside and driveway, sidewalk. I remove all grass with my sweeper. Ok. Back to the reel mowers. Since I've started reel mowing, my yard looks 100 percent better. The Bermuda grows tighter or more dense. It's unbelievable the difference. Now it took about 3 cuttings, but you notice it. I cutt my Bermuda twice a week and only trim once a week. I like both reel mowers, but favor the Sun Joe. Quieter than the tru cut and also the tru cut will work the hell out of you. The Sun Joe you do have to push. But the reels are power by the ion 24 volt battery... I also purchased a Sun Joe Scarifier to use next year. I bought a dethatcher but quickly learned, you don't Dethatch Bermuda or any other grasses that have runner's. It will YANK the grass out of the lawn. Bad advice from someone on RU-vid about using a dethatcher on Bermuda. Have fun...

@pestandlawnginja Год назад

great feedback kell.

@rbarr775 4 года назад

Reel mowers were common in the 60's, but they were top-heavy and fairly unwieldy, even propelled units, so it took an older teen / adult to operate it. I suspect the rotary became dominant simply because you could pawn the mowing job off to 11-year-olds. This was when I was around 11. Now I'm really showing my age, because I don't recall seeing a kid of ANY age mowing a lawn in at least ten years, so we've come full circle to an adult-only chore.

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

That's a great point!

@scaldinghotcoffee3206 4 года назад

How fun! Thanks for all your info here through the years. With your instruction Ive picked up 3 more customers this year from word of mouth of how "our lawn never looked so good." Thanks again!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Awesome! Love hearing this

@AaronBrownStudios 4 года назад

“The size, the thickness and density of your deck... does matter”. You heard it here first! Lol

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

That's what I'm talking about

@maxdoubled4800 4 года назад

If you mow for more than a month you should know that......

@earthbros6508 2 года назад

LOL

@SuperTA329 4 года назад

Definitely had my eyes on Allett brand for a while. I'm liking the Liberty for my small lawn. The maintenance side is what makes it hard to pull the trigger. Congrats on an awesome mower.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

I hear yah! it was my concern as well. you can backlap for a little bit to keep the blades tip top

@howlis 4 года назад

I've used this type of mower for many years and it's not necessary to have it professionally sharpened every year, unless you hit a stone and dink the blade. These mowers don't like stones, any lawn should be well raked with a powered lawn rake to remove anything that could damage the blade. The design of the blade is such that the two blades sharpen each other as they cut, once in a while I attach a sharpener to the bottom blade and run the blade while the machine is static for about five seconds, that's all it takes. An oil change and a new spark plug once a year is all that's necessary.

@-What-are-your-thoughts 4 года назад

Reel mowing is addicting. Bought my Swardman in the fall and cut every other day. The cut and stripes are amazing. Your going to have a blast, congrats.

@curtmorehouse1 4 года назад

I have an Electra and love it! What's your IG?

@-What-are-your-thoughts 4 года назад

curt morehouse .... LOL. Sorry I don’t have one. I don’t even have Facebook. This is about as advanced in technology I get, commenting on You Tube videos.

@curtmorehouse1 4 года назад

Ron Hunter dang! Would love to see another Swardman owner’s yard.

@-What-are-your-thoughts 4 года назад

curt morehouse .. My profile pic I have here is a glimpse of my yard, KBG-PRG at 1/2”. Were you located?

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

I'm super excited to get started

@TurfCulture 4 года назад

Allett casting a wide net this season, love it!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

It's a pretty organic net. I paid for the mower and attachments. It wasn't cheap. they're not giving these things away

@TurfCulture 4 года назад

Pest and Lawn Ginja no kidding, I spoke to Roland about getting one for myself, sticker shock.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Unless you go used you won't find an upper end reel mower for cheaper than $1500 that's ready to go

@timbarton5316 4 года назад

Praying that everyone is doing great,your lawn looks awesome, here in Lakeville Mn. The turf is still waking up, as always awesome videos and great info 😂😂👍👍⭐️⭐️

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

It will be great again! Waiting on the soil temps to rise a tad

@howlis 4 года назад

I own one of these, a beautiful mower. In the UK we call them cylinder mowers. Anyone who likes to look after their lawn uses this type of mower!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Yes! thanks for watching. Love this mower.

@deanjagger1190 4 года назад

I would like to know how much did it coast you for the new mower with all it gadjets? I would also like to see you in action with this mower.

@billpapakostas5382 4 года назад

It looks really sick! Top choice! You realise now your gonna have to make some vids mowing with THE BEAST! Bang on!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Coming soon! It's a great machine!

@Brettsgrasscapades 4 года назад

Ah man it looks like they accidentally delivered my mower to your house!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Dang it! might need to swap for the ride on hahaha

@dronemaddness5148 4 года назад

Swap it out for a Swardman

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

NEVER!!!!

@dronemaddness5148 4 года назад

RUDE!!!!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

@@dronemaddness5148 dude

@Kinann Год назад

Grandfather had a Pincor reel mower. Some tall weeds just get bent over, not cut no matter how many times you repeat.

@pestandlawnginja Год назад

yah, makes sense. the machines are meant to take a little off the top.

@petedetraglia4776 4 года назад

I remember many years ago my grandmother had a manual push reel mower and I hated it at the time. Now I wish i had one. The only reason i don't is because my lawn isn't level enough for a reel mower to work on it at this time. My personal opinion is the cut on the reel mower is way better and will keep your grass healthier with its amazing sharp blades and the ability to cut real low. Low grass blades promote better lateral spread of KBG which is my favorite grass type and with less energy being used up top of the grass, the roots will grow stronger and deeper... The reel mower is the REAL DEAL and i now wish i owned one. Great video...

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Great comment pete! Thanks for watching and commenting

@ajhieb 4 года назад

I still have the same Snapper 21" rotary mower that I used back when I was mowing 30+ yards a week in high school. (early 90s) The B&S finally gave up the ghost 2 seasons ago and I replaced it with a (DON'T JUDGE ME!) Harbor Freight engine, that has run like a champ thus far. In my opinion this thing has far and away the best self propelled mechanism of any mower I've used. It's easy to engage and disengage, it's rear wheel drive so it will still pull itself when you lift the front wheels up (if you want it to) it actually has a differential, so it doesn't tear the grass up when you make turns and the turntable transmission is dead simple and gives a great range of speeds. Having said all of that, I'm _trying_ to get my lawn level but with some medium/large oak and maple trees the roots are making that a challenge, but if I can get it decently level I may look into getting a reel mower at least for the front yard.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Don't get down on the harbor freight motors. they're basically re-purposed honda engines. same parts and everything. I buy them for my service company. wouldn't have it any other way. predator for life.

@ajhieb 4 года назад

@@pestandlawnginja I can't tell you how much that just brought a smile to my face. My late father (who's lawn I inherited and I'm trying to level) used to say "I wouldn't have it any other way" all the time. It was pretty much his catch phrase. Also glad to hear a good review of the predator engines (from someone who's opinion I trust) The reviews on the site were good, but you never know who is writing those. Thanks for the reply, and thanks for all the great content.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

👊😁 that's awesome.have a great night

@markingram692 Год назад

That Snapper had it going on! My father had a lawn and garden shop and we sold a ton of them.

@JC-un4bg 4 года назад

The spring tine scarifier is well handy as they don't damaged the lawn but pick out the moss really well

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Totally agree! Been preaching that for years.

@jasonsummit1885 2 года назад

Most of our decks are of the 42" variety. My dad and I used to repair and refurbish Craftsman riding mowers, not too much anymore though.

@pestandlawnginja 2 года назад

thats pretty cool.

@Euphman06 4 года назад

Well then...I just bought the sun joe because of you and now you unveil this beaut! Come on, I need another job!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

LOL I love me some sun joe!

@wayneessar7489 4 года назад

It is so quiet! You can't even hear it running at all! 👍👍😁

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

😂😂😂

@dannyd5697 4 года назад

My dad has a reel mower. It's maybe 50-60 years old I'm guessing. Last year I started taking care of his lawn. I got an EGO electric mower last year to trim around all his trees, so we got rid of his push mowers. He had about 5, none of which worked. For whatever reason, I wanted to keep the reel mower. It was more for antique value than anything. I had no clue about em at the time. Barely know about em now. To me it was sort of like keeping a black and white tv. Now I'm leaning towards trying to fix it up and seeing how it cuts.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Rad! great find. many of those old machines cut soo well! Glad to hear you're restoring it. You'll enjoy the mow even more!

@attheendoftheday8969 4 года назад

Thanks for the informative vid. I've been curious about the classic reel, makes me want to get one now

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

do it! You'll never go back after you see how happy the grass is

@attheendoftheday8969 4 года назад

@@pestandlawnginja im on it!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Perfect!

@MrWhoevr 4 года назад

My lawn is uneven so a reel mower is a no go from the start. I wouldn’t replace my Honda anyway. It’s a great mower and it’s really reliable. I probably wouldn’t get a British mower because my brother had a British sports car.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

LOL love it! I think too many people get caught up on thinking the area has to be flat to use a reel mower. it doesn't. the roller causes less friction than the 4 wheels on a traditional rotary mower. There are plenty 2 wheel reel mowers as well.

@stephenspencer8224 4 года назад

The Allett reel mower is used by many professional stadiums in the USA, liked for the quality of the cut and their reliability. Not to be compared to old British sports cars of yesterday. The quality is awesome.

@gardenmoose4648 4 года назад

Yes my Allett brother!! Just got my Liberty 43 this spring. It’s working like a little champ!! Can’t wait to hear your reaction!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

#metoo!!!!

@fondeegoh5577 10 месяцев назад

The set look complete for all the lawn work. Really wish I have one. But I can't find a service center here in Malaysia when my Machine and cylinder need service. I used to have the Cylinder mover. But throw away after a yr later when the cylinder stuck during cutting the grass. B'cos the blade need to be sharpen and I can't find a service center here. That really piss me off and spend more time on my lawn work due to the blade issue....

@pestandlawnginja 10 месяцев назад

You'll be hard pressed to find one here in the USA too. I have had to send mine by mail and its been expensive

@DIYDad1 4 года назад

I’ve seen quite a few of these introduced this year on some channels did Allet just start importing into the US recently or something? They look really quality, the cartridge system is very similar to swardman mowers. I just wish I could find a reel mower that’s less than $2,000 the wife won’t let me spend that much on a mower 🤣. For now I’ll just stick with my $20 Craigslist special lol. I did my first cut of the season this year at 1” and it does a beautiful cut for being a manual push reel mower. Just a ton of work and no rollers. I wish more people used reel mowers around here so the second hand market was bigger.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

If you were closer to me I could get you a very used toro under $1500

@DIYDad1 4 года назад

Pest and Lawn Ginja oh man don’t tempt me, that would be a nice drive though! 😁

@jonathanschabowsky5807 4 года назад

@@pestandlawnginja I live in utah and intrigued by the toro you mentioned. Define very used and what model? ;)

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

They commonly have the toro greensmaster 1600. pm me on facebook if you have any other questions.

@danielgiovingo5543 4 года назад

awesome video ginja! Deck size matters!

@EmptyGlass99 4 года назад

Don't forget that with that heavy roller you get amazing stripes.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

good call!

@reelsroses3268 4 года назад

Welcome to the Allett family. I highly suggest you get to work right away with that Turf Rake. You’ll be amazed what it pulls out. Start up at 2-3 then work your way down to the “S” Scarifiy.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

good call! I'm super excited

@GideonScott717 4 года назад

I own an exmark commercial 30" mower. I personally sharpen the blades and they cut through a piece of paper like a razor. I get an excellent cut from the razor sharp blades. I would love a reel mower one day. Congrats on yours!!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

That's awesome robert! so far it's been a fantastic machine to own.

@myatix1 4 года назад

Deck size maters! Oh my god that is funny! Great job Ginja! Nice reel mower I have been thinking of buying that exact mower so can’t wait to see it in action and get a review of the various attachments

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Alan you my friend must have great taste hahaha. Get on it! You'll love it

@charles-y2z6c 4 года назад

Well it’s been two months. I bought a Fiskars 5 blade push. I have to say it’s great for exercise, it cuts great but not even, so I find myself cutting twice and often. The blades cut clean and you don’t see the brown tips on the grass next day. If you want a reel push mower get a 7 blade.

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

Thanks for the tips!

@ryansabia8393 4 года назад

I just picked up a Mclane reel mower, super clean. Great condition.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Right on! You'll love it!

@rayrayseels9911 Год назад

2:51 for a wholesome moment where red shorts overpunches on the box. Killed me!

@pestandlawnginja Год назад

😂😂😂😂 it's a gem

@theleadlifereloading5742 4 года назад

I like the cut quality of the reel mowers, however...I feel that TTTF monostand, at 4" is best with a conventional mower. Course, I went and bought the Honda HZA key start, and I'm very happy!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

keeping it long is a great easy way to go. I love the feel of long grass

@raymondjoyner8600 4 года назад

Congratulations on the new mower! I have a California Trimmer being delivered this week and I also ordered the Sun Joe dethatcher. I purchased the levelawn at the beginning of Spring.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

nice! you'll llove the sun joe! its a personal favorite.

@PacificNorthwestLawns 4 года назад

Poor Rolls Royce... he looked like he's managing though. Congrats on the new mower!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

yah..... its pretty sad. he's scheduled for surgery

@redtwin1968 4 года назад

Buy once... cry once... I love that expression!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Yes! It's great and so true!

@davidbrown9458 4 года назад

Awesome mower but out of my budget. 15 year old TroyBuilt 22 rotating, followed by Scott's manual reel to finish dressing and in budget

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

awesome! sounds like you have a great plan David.

@monkeyg7613 4 года назад

Your puppy is so cute! Love the content and knowledge you share!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Thanks Joshua! Hes a good little dude

@eugenieandrews8874 4 года назад

Super cool mower Brett. Does everything but drive itself...you're taking it to the next level! Have to say I'm a little bummed and not because of the obvious jealousy, lol. One of the things I loved most about your channel, besides we are in the same area, is everything you did was within my budget. So I'd look at what you were doing and the results you got and knew/hoped I could see the same results following your advice. I got a Sun Joe after seeing what it did for your lawn and love using mine too. But this is next level and beyond my budget. And while it probably doesn't make a significant difference, there will always be a voice in my head wondering will I be able to get the results I see in your lawn. Those reel mowers must be worth it, they are on absolutely every lawn channel over the past year. Hope you love yours and enjoy each mow!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

You'll do great! I have done everything up to this point without expensive equipment! Keep slaying that lawn!

@curtmorehouse1 4 года назад

I'm a Swardman fan myself, but congrats on your step into Reel mowing!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Thanks Curt!

@jefferyw4867 4 года назад

Looking forward to your new season of video little disappointed thought you were going to show off your new reel mower in action guess for another vid would be cool to do a half now of your lawn with traditional and the half with your reel to see what the difference between the two over the season once again awesome vid buddy

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Thanks Jeff! It will be out cutting very soon! Thanks for watching

@conniew2578 4 года назад

Love your videos! They're very informative! Love how you explain in detail about how everything works and the symbiotic relations between each component of care and maintenance. My lawn is a hot mess right now, about 5 years worth of dead grass, debris, and other stuff that the cats have hunted, as well as at least 5 different types off weeds. Hoping to finally tackle this lawn and make those weeds my B... 😂

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Get it Connie! Go slay that lawn!

@wyattfarrar6653 2 года назад

Yes sir

@bbtank3000 4 года назад

Props to the Ginja kid who punched the box, hurt his hand, then quickly moved on!

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

He's my little beast!!!

@salvadorzaldivar5040 2 года назад

Ginja, you are the man. How do you like your Allett and where do you get your blades sharpen and mower maintenance at? Looking on investing on a Allett Kensington 20H, but wanted to get as much input before I go ahead and spend over 3500$. Do you think it would be a great mower for Meyers Zoysia?

@charleybates8174 4 года назад

Idk even with a cheap push Reel mower I was amazed how much healthier my lawn looked.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Totally agree

@johnv467 3 года назад

Known in the UK as a cylinder mower instead of reel. It even said cylinder on the side of the box.

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

we americans make everything complicated. have you ever noticed we went away from the metric system?

@Agent77X 2 года назад

Reel mower use on the golf course putting area!

@pestandlawnginja Год назад

It’s true

@williamwheatley6853 4 года назад

Here in the UK they are called cylinder mowers not reel. These mowers were the original mowers most push driven before petrol or electric versions became available to the general public. A good cylinder mower cant be beaten however 100 to 150 dollars for a blade sharpened seems somewhat steep to me. It a 10 minute job if you have access to a.cylindrical grinder.

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

Hi william! motor powered cylinder mowers are fairly new to the home owner market. there isn't a ton of access here to grinders and it presents a problem as a result. I totally agree that they are the way to go. much better cut overall.

@paulcampise3050 Год назад

I have contemplated purchasing a reel mower but opted for a John Deere tractor instead because of the size of my property. It would be interesting to see a reel tractor. My uncle had one when I was a kid, he gave the impression that he was scared of his mower.

@pestandlawnginja Год назад

I had one for a brief time. they are a lot of fun. check your local golf courses to see if they have any used ones for sale. it'll shock you at the discounts they're willing to give to move it out of there places.

@drum6560 4 года назад

Buy once and Cry once!!!! 🤣😂😅 That’s hilarious! Good one Ginja.

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

My moto for life hahaha

@maxviking3210 4 года назад

Great video as always! But.. the cost to sharpen the reel mower.. I don’t know what the cost would be in US but I do it myself and what you need is basically a sharpening paste and at least here in Sweden that doesn’t cost a fortune. The lower blade.. I can’t remember the name in english you rarely have to sharpen but you simply adjust it so it gets a little higher (very simple but just adjust she screws very little). with the blades you take of the sides.. and switch side of the eh.. thingy that spins the blades.. that makes it go backwards.. and then you add a little sharpening paste and just let it spin around for a minute or two.. the switch the.. hm thingy back and put it all back as normal and.. there you go.. sharp as when you bought it.. simple and not expensive. Thats how I do it at least. Many videos out there how to sharpen a reel mower if you didn’t understand what I meant with thingy and so on ;)

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

The term is called back lapping. It works ok.... it costs about $100 to grind the reel and sharpen it.

@mk1rabbitguy958 4 года назад

Love how the pup just sat down and wanted attention lol

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

He's pretty hilarious

@skylinecoach4148 4 года назад

I thought you wanted a 4 inch grass blade with Kentucky blue grass. Do you just have to water more if you use a reel mower?

@Craig-ib7gk Год назад

Prolly worth mentioning the price: that Honda runs ~ $500. That Allett (B&S 20" Kensington with all those cartridges) is over $6000. Dig deep if you want one.

@pestandlawnginja Год назад

I spent around $4500 with everything. I'd probably only buy the scarifier cartridge and the verticutter if i did it again.

@Craig-ib7gk Год назад

@@pestandlawnginja You got a roaring deal if you got everything new. The cartridges alone list for almost $2500. If you every sand level I'm truly curious how that lawn brush works (if at all) for brushing into the canopy.

@pestandlawnginja Год назад

@@Craig-ib7gk I didn’t care for the brush at all. I found the scarifier did a much better job than the brush. I tried the brush 6 or so times before I gave up on it. The bristles weren’t coarse or firm enough to make much of a difference

@Jonathanjweir 4 года назад

Thank you for this video. I've been searching for a reel mower and wanted to go green. Found the Liberty 43 battery mower after watching this vid. Birthday coming up, might need to procure one!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

nice! its a great mower for small lawns.

@colinbaxter7785 4 года назад

Even my wife knows size of the deck matters 😜. Man I wish I could afford one of these. I have mower envy!! That thing will make stripes for days!!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

👏👏👏😂 good on her!

@TheDrMaSuess 4 года назад

That is a "reel" sick mower. I'll get there one day

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Very Punny! Love it hahaha

@trevorpringle1480 3 года назад

Sick ??

@TheBasher05 4 года назад

We’ve got them here in Oz branded Rover. Unfortunately not a good mower as they are too light and can “skate/slide” over the lawn, especially if wet or in an incline. Cartridge system is a fantastic idea though.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Great feedback Ashley! The weight and build quality makes a difference between a $2,000 machine and a $16,000 machine. time will tell. I'm very optimistic.

@DBautell 4 года назад

Good on ya. Surprised to see what looks like a solid front roller. All of "my" mowers have grooves.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

It's a well made machine! Excited to get to know it

@manuelsegalex 4 года назад

I got it right! it was an Allet Reel mower! I’m surprised you didn’t go with the electric though. Enjoy!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

I was concerned the electric wouldnt have enough torque

@ldrc85 3 года назад

The biggest mistake I see people make when they compare reel to rotary is that they compare a manual reel mower to a gas powered rotary. You did this right. Apples to apples.

@pestandlawnginja 2 года назад

💯 💪😁

@scottcaskie8643 4 года назад

As a golf course superintendent I need to give you a bit of info. NO CONTACT! I could hear the reel contacting the bed knife. This will cause the same "tearing" actions as the rotary mower after the first pass!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

great feedback! Thank you

@scottcaskie8643 4 года назад

But I love the mower! I live in a condo complex and my grass is cut for me. Always love the "your yard must look awesome" question!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

LOL yes! mine looks good when I want it too. Other than that I trash it trying things out

@RRW359 2 года назад

I don't have a lawn/lawn mower but for whatever reason I'm interested in the engine types in lawnmowers. Are there any mowers that have a motor (gas or electric) but can also be used manually?

@pestandlawnginja 2 года назад

Not that I’m aware of.

@michaelnewton5483 4 года назад

Same mower as the guy who won the lawn pattern world championship , massive difference in price because this real mower is for the discerning owner who wants the best but to get the best out of this mower the grass needs to be cut short and minimum every two days and the suffice needs to be perfectly level , good luck .

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

great feedback and very true!

@fescuefreddy6529 4 года назад

All the things matter, deck rigidity, deck size, deck design, blade design... The list can go on and on...

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

good call Fescue Freddy!

@dasanjoseph8139 3 года назад

Love how he punched the box😂

@pestandlawnginja 2 года назад

right!? hahaha

@thewholls7176 3 года назад

Here in Australia when I was growing up the rotary style mowers in the 1970s were called “slashers” and they were used to mow down tall grass that was a foot and a half long out of control then to mow that grass nicely.... you used a lawnmower which was a cylinder mower...... popular brands were Scott Bonnar and Alroh..... Seemingly then in the 80s “slashers” became popular lawnmowers and were more domesticated in design and they weren’t big commercial “slashers” anymore..... I think there are subtle differences here also in what you’re cutting if you’re growing grass that’s kind of like what you see on the putting green I called at lawn if you are growing something like buffalo grass then that’s just grass not a lawn to my mind.... A lawn is far more delicate and meticulous and a good example would be a putting green or a lawn bowling green which is a specific variety kept in a very manicured way that’s a lawn that’s where cylinder mowers are brilliant A rotary mower is in comparison are just a hack job to keep down uncontrolled growth down then people run around saying they have a lawn well they don’t to my mind..... Grass is grass and lawn is lawn and lawnmower is a cylinder mower a rotary mower is a slasher...... AND Of course a slasher or a rotary mower can be bought at 1/10 the price of a cylinder mower in fact in most cases the cost of buying new blades for a cylinder mower and a bed knife set would be double that of most rotaries to buy the whole machine..... So there’s that.....

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

Love the response. very articulate. I agree with everything you're sharing. Thanks soo much for taking the time to write this out.

@BenjaminT.Minkler 4 года назад

nice! ....I've only got one section of my backyard that would be suitable for a low cut with a reel mower, so I just got a manual push reel mower for that area(so reel mowing can be affordable to anyone) now just getting that yard smooth and rock free to start using it soon here - but I'll only be cutting it that short in the spring and fall, so I'll still use my powered rotary mower when its hot; this way will also make so its not so horrible hot n sweaty using the manual push reel mower in the peak of summer - thats the plan anyway

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Nothing wrong with a manual push reel. great way of doing it! Sounds like you have a great plan! Keep slaying that lawn!

@shane2552 3 года назад

Kensington, I worry about the plastic sprockets on the side.

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

So far zero issues with the sprocket

@glidercoach 4 года назад

It depends what type of lawn you're cutting, right? A fescue is better suited with a rotary mower and a saint Augustine or dichondra lawn, a reel mower...

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

not really. cylinder / reel mowers will have better cut quality. its just the mechanics of the machines.

@kyleoglee 4 года назад

So, the big question. Are you gonna cut stripes?

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

every day!!!!! feels soo good! video soon

@ginovolta6122 4 года назад

I would love one of these, but I have fescue. I’ve been told to cut it tall.

@514140mgk 2 года назад

Reel Mower VS Rotary Mower is like Apple vs. Oranges. When your lawn becomes a hobby....expense is not an object and cutting the grass is no longer a chore. A reel mower is ideal for Bermuda and grasses that looks great cut short. A rotary mower works great for tall fescue which does better (healthier with deeper roots) when you let it grow to 4 inches. Getting a reel mower blade sharpened is a pain plus you need to have your lawn leveled as flat as a possible. Like I stated. when you spend 2K plus on a reel mower and all those accessories, your lawn is now a hobby.

@pestandlawnginja Год назад

I like it

@cristiansanchez2354 4 года назад

Well I guess I gotta start start saving my pennies.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Hell yeah!

@jonathanbenoit8828 4 года назад

That's a beautiful mower, I had 3 of them in the 90s, but I think rotory mowers are better, reel mowers are for mostly carpet cut grass.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

they have several models now that cut from 1.25" all the way up to 4". they work great

@waltkosch 3 года назад

Not a single blade of grass was harmed in the making of this video.

@pestandlawnginja 2 года назад

bahahaha, so true

@arielrodriguez6980 3 месяца назад

Does the rotary take care of bumpy lawns as far as cutting even at the same height?

@pestandlawnginja 3 месяца назад

Oddly enough yes. The cylinder keeps it more even than 4 wheels in my opinion

@heymanders2356 4 года назад

Hello, I live in Ohio. We bought our house a year and a half ago and our yard is infested with crickets (mostly small), but we have these mack daddy size crickets get in the house. I've looked them up as Camel Crickets. Do you know what we could do? The neighbors says they dont have this issue

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

common issue is they over winter near concrete. a general pest control application would be best. both spray and granular applications every month or every other month.

@alandickson1629 3 года назад

Ya Ginja the Allett Kensington the only way to go!! Best reel EVER

@pestandlawnginja 2 года назад

its a great mower.

@EAcordeon 4 года назад

Awesome video man. Answered a ton of questions. Thank you.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

You're welcome!

@Waynecito 4 года назад

Haha, I think your kid hurt himself for one second when he punched the box, but then quickly turned to keeping appearances up for the video...

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

totally agree hahaha

@jayrob7418 4 года назад

I caught that haha

@jeffruiz9478 4 года назад

Babes, I want one of those Allett reel mowers. I’ll just get the 17” in. one since we have a small lawn and it’s less cost then the 20” in. one. I already know what she’s going to say, “KEEP DREAMING”.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

😂😂😂 I get it. Buy her her dream vacuum first

@michaelwerbick 4 года назад

You can sharpen reel mowers yourself navy back lapping the reel against the bed knife.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

fun times right!

@grassthief1280 4 года назад

Things R getting REEL, awsome grass, GINGA NATION 👌👍🎯

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

super stoked!

@Evermore2017 4 года назад

I have St Augustine which requires 3 to 4 inch cut. Fiskars wasn’t a fail on RU-vid. Advice?

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

It's a good mower for st Augustine. One of the few options. Just gets tiring to push mow after a while

@earlbigod 4 года назад

Deck size matters! I have a Qualcast mower with a 148cc Briggs and Stratton engine. It's 9 years old, working like a charm. But I'll need to get the welding machine out this winter. Unless you have a suggestion?

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Love these mowers

@massey35x70 4 года назад

Tbh if you buy the correct rotary mower it will make a really good job like a hayter harrier

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

good call

@Mark-ho2cn 3 года назад

I own a McLane 25” but purchased the Kensington 20H last season and couldn’t be more pleased. I didn’t see the aeration cartridge on your wall. Do you have any thoughts on its use in place of plug/core aerating?

@pestandlawnginja 2 года назад

I've been dying to get that aeration plugger. my thoughts are it doesn't have wide enough holes to be a true core aerator. with that said i believe it has a ton of value and can be used every 6 weeks. its on my list of buys.

@lazylearner967 4 года назад

Looks like a fun mower Ginja! Me, I got a 21" deck (Honda HRC) last season and love it! Since your 20B cuts cleaner, can you violate the 1/3 rule, or not really? I just stepped my mow height down to 2" and I am scalping in spots where it's uneven. I am mowing 2 times per week right now. I think if I were to cut at 1" I would have to mow every other day.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

I've tried and failed many times with a rotary mower. The upper line reels you can violate a bit and get by

@sorrito7 4 года назад

Hey a merle bulldog. Nice 👍🏽. We breed them ROYAL BLOODLINE BULLIES. Great video! Looking into buying a reel mower to try them out

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

Rad! Bulldogs or no dogs! Jonesing to get a frenchie in the future.

@scooterpoynter 4 года назад

Lol it’s all about the deck size!! I knew it!!

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

cats outta the bag! hahaha

@Cdrop20 4 года назад

Allets look simple and efficient. However I like that you can send in a swardman reel and have it sharpened. I wonder if allet is going to try and figure something like that out or not.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Gotta love a direct response from Allett!

@Cdrop20 4 года назад

Allett Mowers thank you for the direct response! Very impressive. Is there a dealer in Utah by chance?

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Love this answer. getting a lot of these questions.

@FrenchieFrench1555 4 года назад

Good morning. I have a request: Could you make one or more videos about lawn weeds? How to identify them? How to get ride of them and so on. I now believe that the crabgrass in my lawn could not be crabgrass at all but either St Augustin or more likely clumping wide bladed fescue, but I cannot be sure. Any help would be excellent and a blessing. Thank you and have great day.

@pestandlawnginja 4 года назад

Happy to. Check weedalert.com

@FrenchieFrench1555 4 года назад

Thank you

@titianobsidian6549 4 года назад

To maintain a sharp edge just need to back lap with some grinding paist. Only get it ground if the reel if it is damaged otherwise your just wearing your reel down for no reason. Also the less wear on the reel the better it flings it into the catcher.

@pestandlawnginja 3 года назад

Thanks for your feedback. I've been diving into this subject. So far what I've learned from dealers that sell and maintain the reels is they prefer to NEVER backlap. creates an uneven edge and also distorts your bed knife. They recommend the homeowners grind the reel every season to every other season depending on use.