Testimonials

Real remarks from reel customers!

Hello Ms. King,

I received the mower last week and was able to try it this past

weekend. It works great! It's nice and quiet and isn't that much

harder to push than the engine powered mower. I really enjoy using

it. Thanks for your help and for selling a great product.

Regards, Brian in Ft. Collins CO Silent Cut 18 for Upright Grasses 45-01931-LW

Dear Marjorie:

I have been using the Silent Cut for a couple of weeks now, and I wanted to let you know it is an absolute joy to own. It handles our tough St Augustine grass and uneven/sloping lawn without any problem whatsoever, though it was a good call to recommend the heavier model. It is easier to push than my old rotary mower and turns cutting the grass into an opportunity for quality time with the garden, even in the current heat wave we are experiencing in Austin.

I wanted to thank you as well for your help and personal service. It was a pleasure ordering from you and please feel free to add me to your mailing list. Richard H. Austin TX Silent Cut 21

Marjorie,

I couldn't believe my eyes when I opened the box. The mower is virtually

identical in engineering and design to my Yard Man. I loved the Yard Man

but I was about ready to throw it away because the company went out of

business and I couldn't get a replacement part. Seems clear that Martin has

picked up the Yard Man machine and design. Now I know that the machine I

bought from you will be great without even trying it. And now I'll be able

to get parts for the old one too. So glad I found you. You should market

your mower in Canada - it's clearly the best of the new machines by a

country mile.

(Here's a picture of my original Great American Ball Bearing mower too -

this is the gold standard.)

Thanks again Marjorie. Good to do business with someone who cares about good

products and good service.

Roy Kusano, Toronto Canada (Silent Cut 18 for Upright Grasses)

Hi Margie,
Your personal service is a pleasant surprise you don't see that much with online shopping.
Thank you,
Matt Ragard, Greenville South Carolina (Reel Roller)

Hi Marjorie,
Thank you for such a personal interest in your customers. When my neighbors wander over to check out the new mower, I will certainly let them know about your company and the ease of the ordering/shipping process.
Thanks, too, for your efforts to assist non-profits who serve persons with disabilities. As the caregiver for a person with a disability, we would be lost without the non-profits who provide a link to services, employment, and all the other needs.
I’m excited to receive my mower and look forward to shedding some extra padding around the middle that I picked up somewhere…maybe French fry addiction?
Please do let me know about product and website updates.
Have a great rest of the week, Kimberly (Brill Razorcut 38)

Thanks for the great service Margie!!!! I am a customer Service person so I totally appreciate the OUTSTANDING SERVICE!!! Best Regards & I hope spring makes it to you soon! I can't wait to use the new mower! And to watch my grandson use it! Veronica (Great States 414-16 & SK-1)

Hi Marjorie, I received the gang mower only 7 days after placing the order. I easily put it together and tried it out. It works great. Thanks, Edward Court, Monroe WA (ProMow Gold Series Five Gang Reel Mower GO501)

From a Parts Customer: (Agri-Fab Silent Reel 18") - just bought it used, in very good shape, a week ago... I've backlap sharpened, adjusted the bar/blade clearance and it cuts newspaper and grass of course...ha ha...like a precision pair of scissors. Simply outstanding!! The steel, weight, simple design, and quality in manufacturing of these mowers makes them unequaled in lawn grooming performance! I'm glad to see a company is continuing the tradition...and I hope they remain true to the original design and quality. I also greatly value the neighborliness of your business ethic. Not only does my return to reel-mower lawn grooming bring back to me a warmly remembered quality-time in my life, late 50's - early 60's, your 'neighborhood shop next door' way, completes the nostalgic and fulfilling experience for me. Dennis Ronan, Sublimity Oregon (Agri-Fab Silent Reel 18")".
Note, the Silent Cut reel mowers are high quality replicas of the Agri-Fab Silent Reels, which Agri-Fab stopped making several years ago.

Margie,

Thanks for your email and follow-up on my purchased item. Actually I received the item today, February 4th. So it arrived a day earlier. Yes you may email me when you update your website or add new products. Thanks for the great service you provide. I am very happy with the product I ordered from you.

Thanks again,

Charles Peterson

Fargo, North Dakota (Avalanche Roof Snow Removal System )

Marjorie:
I've been too busy to get on this sooner, but I wanted to tell you how much I like my new mower. Even though it's heavier than the Scott's, it seems easier to push, and it actually cuts! It's not as wide as the Scott's, either, but I don't have to re-mow or overlap nearly as much. I don't dread the grass-cutting anymore.
It started out very hard to push, almost like there was too much interference between the blades and bed knife, but it loosened up very quickly. I managed to put a chip in the blade within one minute of using it (this was next to the driveway where my neighbor had been working on his car, so I'll blame him for not cleaning up). A sharpening stone took care of the nick, and all is well.
This mower feels very solidly built, and I think it will last me a long time. I only wish I had skipped the Scott's and bought the Silent Cut 18 in the first place.

Thanks again,

James in Iowa City (Silent Cut 18)

Hi Margie -
Thought I'd give you an update on the Silent Cut 18 I bought from you. It
arrived a week ago and I've cut my front and back yards each twice with it.
Wow!! Upgrading from the Scott's to the Silent Cut is like going from a Geo
Metro to a Humvee. The Silent Cut does such a better job - the six blades
work much better than the 5 bladed Scotts (I have ryegrass and it looks
great!.) The Silent Cut doesn't bounce very much at all on rough ground,
and it does not get stuck in small ruts thanks to the bigger tires. You
weren't kidding - this is a GREAT mower! Thanks for the advice! I did have
a question on the lawn sweeper (that'll be my next purchase from you, before
fall) - is the lawn sweeper effective for picking up a thick (3-4") layer of
dry leaves from grass and concrete? I have an Ash tree that tends to drop
leaves all at once in the fall and they get a little deep.
Thanks again! Doug C., Medford, Oregon Silent Cut 18 for Upright Grasses

Hi Marjorie!

Hey, just wanted to thank you for the refrigerator magnet and your note. That's the kind of service that I don't see with a place like Home Depot or Amazon.com. That personal touch goes well with the whole push mower thing!

And, speaking of the mower, I must say, it has totally exceeded my expectations. In every way.

This is not a mower. It is a machine. I've been pushing reel mowers for around 25 years, and this doesn't bear any resemblance to anything I've pushed before. I think that whole lightweight craze is misguided, way off base, now that I've been using this one.

Not to say it hasn't taken some getting used to. It is, after all, heavy. But once it gets moving, nothing stands in its way! Plus, I feel like I'm getting the full body workout now - not just legs, but upper body now too.

The supersized 3" model is a bit different than the standard model, so I'd recommend updating the manual - especially the part about what the various adjustments are in order to get to a specific cutting height. Shouldn't take much - probably just an extra piece of paper.

Anyway, Marjorie, thank you again! I am really really satisfied. And I'll probably still be 20 years from now!

gw (Silent Cut 18 for Upright Grasses)

Hi Margie:

A report on the silent cut 18 that I recently purchased from you. I
have used it 3 times now and I must say that it is a pleasure to use.
It cuts the grass effortlessly going through thick clumps of grass with
ease. It is such a vast improvement over the Sunlawn LMM40 words fail
me to describe the difference except to say the Sunlawn is a toy in
comparison. I ran my own gardening business for 29 years and have used
reel lawn mowers the whole time. Mostly 26" California Trimmers but we
did have 18" Cooper Clippers and Toro's and this Silent Cut
18 cuts as well as those power mowers. This is the kind of cut I was
expecting when I bought the Sunlawn but didn't get. Fortunately I was
able to return the Sunlawn minus the shipping cost and restocking fee
but that is better than the alternative which was to give it away. I
would recommend the Silent Cut 18 to anyone who wants a reel mower that
is easy to use and does a good job.

Thanks again for your good service

John Le Marquand
formally of GreenWay Gardening Service
(Silent Cut 18)

Margie,

The mower works great. it almost makes me wish i had gotten the 21" model. it is so easy to push, much lighter then a traditional powered mower, that i am just kicking myself for not getting it sooner.

CJ. (Silent Cut 18)

Margie, Thanks for everything, what good service. I just picked you from the Internet, and I am glad I did. I was reading up on McLane mowers and it seems the backlapping is the way to go when the mower gets dull. So I will give it a try. Thanks again! Mike J. Vacaville California (McLane Sharpening Kit 17-SASP)

I just wanted to send you a quick Thank You for the great 7 blade front throw lawnmower and reel I bought from you. They both were delivered when they were suppose to and they work great. Our baseball field never look better. On behalf of the Buena Baseball team and boosters I would like to Thank You for all you have done for us. Please keep me updated on any new products. We may be needing a new gas edger soon. Do you sell them and if so what is your best price. Thanks Again John Z. Ventura California (McLane-Honda Reel Mower and Reel Roller

Marjorie,
It mows great. It is very efficient for the amount of physical effort needed, and feels like a
solid machine built to last. I hope more people find out about, and use these mowers - I
hope to send you some customers. Stay Good, Thanks for everything! Jerry (Silent Cut 18)

Margie,
Received the lawn mower and we love it! Never had an easier time mowing
our yard. You can post that! Thank you for your advice on the type to
get-we think it is perfect! Happy Summer!-Angie (Great States 414-16)

Margie,
As always, thanks for your quick response. I still can’t believe that I was able to mow my lawn in the same amount of time as I could with my rotary mower. I’m looking forward to seeing how much better the grass looks after a few weeks of the reel mower’s scissor cut versus the rotary mower’s blunt force trauma cut. Thanks again. Jimmy G. (Silent Cut 18 for Upright Grasses)

Hi Marjorie,
My new reel mower works great! It is light years ahead of the Sears 20” 5 reel mower (same thing as the Scott’s 20”) I used earlier this year. I’ve only used it in tall fescue part of my yard, but it was a breeze. The extra weight helps it stick to the ground over bumps for an even cut in one pass! I found it easier to push than the Sears 20” that weighs 15 pounds less. I think the key to its performance is the fact that “the supplier has sharpened, lubricated and adjusted your mower with minimal contact for the very best cut.” I’ll be sure to let you know how it handles Zoysia and St Augustine too. Thanks for your help. Jimmy (Silent Cut 18 for Upright Grasses)

Hi Marjorie

The Mclane Manual Putting Green Mower G-17PH10 & 17SASP arrived yesterday ,After I assembled it I had to try it.....and it works like a charm. My neighbors can wait to putt some balls and check it out. Just wanted to thank you for the fine mower.

Littletoe

Toronto Ont. Canadian customers please click here: G-17PH10 & 17SASP_Canada

We are enjoying our mower very much. As our neighbors stop to refill gasoline and fix plugs I keep on mowing then sit, enjoy my drink and watch them mow. You may send e-mails to this address. Have a good day! Katrina and Eric Dye Brill Luxus 38- no longer available, please see Brill Razorcut 38 reel mower

Dear Marjorie,

i know that i was less than enthusiastic about the Avalanche 300. i was
wrong. the thing works great. we have been having snow storm and snow
storm and more snow storms. one part of my roof which is in the shade
must have had over 2 feet of heavy snow. well the 300 works just like in
the videos. much better than the roof rake. it the front of the house
which gets ice dams, the 300 was able to go up about 18" further than
the rake. the plastic slide it still ripped but that doesn't seem to be
much of a problem. so, many thanks, Richard. (Avalanche 300)

Hi Marjorie
It came yesterday!!!! I used it and it really does work great !!!!I will be showing it to people if they want to order one I will send them your way. Thanks again Rick (Avalanche 300)

Thank you for you fine service on such a small order!! Yes you may send me
an e-mail on new products.

GR (Sharpening compound for reel mowers)

Hi Margie, Well, I tried both out last night......... Lawn Sweeper After I figured out how to work it, it worked great. Maybe because of the different kinds of grass, the amount of leaves, and how tall the grass was. I kept having to adjust the height based upon where I was at in the yard. I'm thinking that with it now being mowed it will work fine. I had a little difficulty with the bag as it kept coming off yet after working with it, it was fine. Maybe I should have mowed first and then run this through the yard????? Agri-Fab Silent Reel Mower Well, where do I start? This simply put, is one of the best purchases I have ever made!!!! This cut through my zoysia and fescue/bluegrass like there was no tomorrow! I had to go back over a few spots yet that's to be expected I guess from what I have read about this type of mower. I think it took me just about the same or possibly less time than with my other mowers I have had. I absolutely love this thing! It rocks! Here's another awesome thing about it - my 13 year old son can now help me mow! This is huge as this is the first time ever he has mowed a yard believe it or not. He thought it was cool and had an awesome time mowing! Reason for this is that my wife's brother, at the age of 4, got his leg severed at the knee in a lawn mowing accident. He has had a prosthesis ever since from the knee down. So, when I used to mow with gas-powered mowers, the kids either had to be inside or in the back (if mowing in front) or front (if mowing in back). Plus, I can now have all the kids plus dog out when I mow. Do I spray the blades with WD-40 after each use or just let it be? Not sure what else I can say but I'm blown away on how it worked and the ease of how it worked. What can I do to help you get the word out about these incredible machines? I'm willing to help you in any way I can. Plus, I will tell anyone I can about them. If you need help, please let me know! I know you have testimonials on your site. How do I get this on there? Kind Regards, Jim The Agri-Fab Silent Reel is no longer available, please see Silent Cut 18

Marjorie: Thanks. The mower arrived yesterday. I assembled it today and tried it out. It plows right through the zoysia that bogged down my power mower... and of course no emissions. Do you sell a grass catcher that fits it? Thanks. BG. Silent Cut 18

Hello Mrs. King,
Thank you for the great advice and expert help on the phone yesterday! It was a pleasure talking to you and the more I read about you the more I appreciate your competence, love, and dedication to all you do at Reel Mowers. I look forward to doing more business with you in the near future. Best regards, Daniel Silent Cut 18

Thank you Marjorie. You are probably the best company I have ever done business with online. I really appreciate all the updates.-Maison Hughes (McLane Grass Catcher)

Hi Margie,
I just wanted to let you know that my husband LOVES his new mower and it
arrived in time for his birthday! Thanks again!
Erica (705-16)

Sure….By the way… the reel mower works great. I just planted Bermuda grass this spring and some of it has already come in real thick. It cut through it great.I also have one of the antique reel mowers. The new one puts it to shame. BEN (Great States Seven Blade Bent Grass (705-16)

Benjamin S. Boggess

Dear Margie:

I used my new Scott's Classic reel mower for the first time yesterday. By the way, assembly wasn't hard at all. I found Scott's Classic to be a relief to mow with in comparison to my heavy gas-powered walk-behind mower.

I have been considering a change in mowers for at least the last couple of mowing seasons.
My gas-powered mower gave me trouble with its pull-start nearly from the beginning, and I
usually felt worn out before I even started mowing. In addition, the self-propulsion mechanism would often "unhook", forcing me to unscrew the cover in order to reattach the wire so that the mower's self-propelled function would work.

I had used an electric mower a decade or so ago, and was relatively happy with it, though there was the problem of constantly moving the extension cord out of the way. And, also, repairmen for electric mowers are not so easy to find.

So, when I began researching a replacement mower, I was hesitant about going with either gas or electric again. Reel mowers sounded like a good alternative, but could I physically do it? The information I read about the modern reel mower (its light weight and precision blades) convinced me to try it.

I can now report that using the reel mower is certainly less effort for me than pushing my self-propelled gas model. And I don't have to yank, and yank, and yank, etc...on a cord to get it started.

Thanks for a fine product.

Sincerely, Lisa Spuhler Scott's Classic

Hello Marjorie!

I just want to thank you for such incredible service! I received my mower (and sharpening kit) today!! Only one week from ordering! I will certainly pass your company's information along to others! Sincerely, Eugene & Lynette Woodruff Scott's Classic and Great States Sharpening Kit

The sharpener arrived. It works like a champ!! It's been a pleasure doing business with your company. I know where to go for any other lawn mower needs. Thank you, Jake Ostendorf
Great States Sharpening Kit

Hi Marjorie;
Received the mower yesterday. It is raining here so we will put it together soon and give it a try. Thanks so much, you run a wonderful business. Great communication as well as lightning fast shipping. Nina Dougherty Scott's Classic

Hi Margie,

I thought I'd drop you a note to let you know I received the mower and had a chance to use it this past weekend. I am definitely sold on using the reel mower vs. the gas mower. It was a pleasure to be able to mow the lawn without feeling like a greasy grimy mess afterwards, and without choking on fumes and going deaf from the noisy gas mower. And the best part was that using the reel mower requires little more effort. There's nothing wrong with getting a little extra exercise!

I'd also like to give my sincere thanks to you personally for your friendly and prompt service.

Best regards,

Dan Petti. Scott's Classic and Great States Grass Catcher

Hello yourself Marjorie King,

Hi Marjorie,

Thanks for your inquiry. The mower was delivered on Wednesday and I want you to know how much I love it!!

Never thought I'd wax eloquent about a manual mower!! However, it is true. It's so well balanced -- as well as lightweight, maneuverable and solidly built. Very sharp, too -- a precision machine.

It only took a little longer, and I'm sure that was because the lawn was a bit long the first time. I love the quiet whir and don't miss the vibration and foul gasoline/oil fumes!!!

Thank you for everything. It was an excellent choice.

Connie (Great States Deluxe Light 18 and Sharpening Kit)

Ms. King, I received the mower today! I got back from work fairly late and my wife still had it in the car; so I turned on the porch light, put the handle on it, and started cutting. It cuts like a dream, and it’s so quiet. I felt like a five-year-old boy with a new toy fire engine. There were a couple dings on it from handling, but nothing that affects function. I have come to expect this, living half-way around the world! Thanks for all your help. Oh, and please keep me posted on the grass shears. I’d like to know how those work out for you. Much Obliged, Brad

Hi Marjorie,
Just wanted to thank you for the fine mower you sold me. Gee, my short bent grass is finally starting to look up. I've been mowing it at 3/8" or so. Do you know what my grass says when I mow it? It says, "We'd better be puttin' down some roots!"
Thanks again! Kind regards, Dave (McLane Greens Mower G-17-PH-10)

Hi Margie,

The sweeper arrived today ahead of schedule... And I've already used it.

Thanks again for you prompt service and I hope we can do business again in the future. Sincerely, Bob

Thank you for the mower and the sharpener. I just got it today and its great, I will be putting it together later. Thanks again for the business and have a nice day.-Ryan Gumieny (McLane Greens Mower G-17-PH-10)

Hello Marjorie, My dad received his lawn sweeper on Wednesday and he thinks it is great. Now we are just waiting for the leaves to fall so we can try it out! Thanks very much for your help and your cheerful attitude. You are doing a great job. Melanie Cook

Marjorie. Received the mower today. Operation is much easier than expected. jeff (Scott's Classic)

Marjorie:

Thanks for the great service and rapid shipment of my manual greens mower. I cut it yesterday and it whoa...what a smooth cut for a push mower. I am almost tempted to get the manual 10 blade reel mower now...if I had the money!!

Roman Phoenix, AZ (G17PH10)

Marjorie - Such personalized attention! Are you a very small operation that is somehow able to offer the lowest prices on the 'Net' or do you simply excel in customer service? I hope I like the mower as much as I have liked dealing with your company!

As leader of the Sustainable Living organization at my church I expect your products will star in a demonstration at some point this spring/summer. I'm happy to spread the word when I come across such a reputable company.

Kari Darken-Thompson Agri-Fab Push Lawn Sweeper and Agri-Fab Silent Reel 18
The Agri-Fab Silent Reel is no longer available, please see Silent Cut 18

Hello, Marjorie,

Just thought I'd let you know that the mower arrived safe and sound and my husband is very happy with it. Thank you for the good service.

BTW, I had saved an article that was in our Vacaville Reporter several years ago about your company and that's how we were able to locate you.
Glad you are still in business and doing well. Joleene Ladyman (Great States Standard Light Reel Mower)

Hi Marjorie,The lawn mower arrived today. I've already mowed the lawn and I love it. Thanks a bunch. Linda Dial Great States Deluxe Light 16 and Sharpening Kit Note: Deluxe Light 16 has been discontinued, please see Deluxe Light 18)

Marjorie,

Thanks for the very rapid shipment and great communication! The
sharpening kit arrived two hours ago and it worked like a charm.
May your grass always grow tall and green.
Cheers, -Daryl Jamgotchian (Great States Sharpening Kit)

Good morning!
I did receive the kit. My boyfriend sharpened the mower and it's cutting like I just purchased it! Thank you so much for your help! Please do email me with any new information you have. I will welcome hearing from you.
Thanks again!
Christine Lajeck Great States Sharpening Kit)

The mower arrived yesterday and I assembled it and tried it out. It works great. I adjusted the height by loosening the two bolts on either side and moving the roller. That worked fine. I could not find the wing nut that is supposed to allow adjustment of the height. Where is it and how does it work? The bill of materials lists a wing nut as item 37A but could not find it on the parts illustration. Regardless, I think the mower will serve my purposes quite well. Bernard Weiss (McLane Manual Greens Mower - G17PH10)

Dear Marjorie, I am so happy to find you! I, too have migraines and am a "tree-hugger" that is always trying to find ways to help out the environment! My husband and I live on 220 acres in rural Missouri and find we are so much happier here than in the city (Kansas City, MO). INFINITELY happier!

We needed a push mower and found the article about reel mowers in Mother Earth News (February/March 2002.) I called American Lawn Mower Company and they gave me your web site address! Since we live in the boonies, I do almost all my shopping on-line! (I also hate crowds and traffic!)

I loved the article about your business and wish you much continued success! I, too, run my own small business (private practice psychotherapy).

I can't wait to get the mower I just ordered! Keep up the good work!

Gina Saunders-Oberfoell

Dear Margie, The Scotts was delivered on Monday. I had a chance to try it out today.
What a difference! Mowing effort is significantly lower over the thicker areas. I also
appreciate the lighter weight. Although certain elements of the Scotts
are not as heavily built as the Agri-Fab, I don't find it to be a drawback. In my opinion
the Scotts is a better thought out and more precisely built unit. The whole mower is
much more rigid. The Agri-Fab flopped about between the wheels and main mower body.
Add to that the rollers rattling along and it gave it a much sloppier feel. I'm so glad that
I will be able to use a manual reel mower and feel it is a sensible choice. My only regret
is that instead of inspiring my neighbors, the sight of me leaning into the Agri-Fab at a
45° angle to keep it moving has probably set the cause back a few years! Sincerely, Mike Toomey (Scotts Classic)

Margie, Hi! Received your package a couple of days ago and I am thoroughly pleased. The used roller is now installed, but with so much rain...well you know. Thank-you, also for the mouse pad. As you can see by my address, I've recently acquired a new p.c., but did not have a mouse pad. NOW I do. Thanx again, and look forward to doing business with you in the future. Parts

Thanks, I sharpened my mower with the kit and the rear bagger works like a charm. I will use you for resources in the future, will recommend you to others, and would like email updates. David Skinner (Great States Grass Catcher and Sharpening Kit)

Dear sirs, The mower arrived one day ahead of schedule. Thanks for the UPS tracking information that allowed me to be ready for the delivery. The assembly took less than 15 minutes and I have already mowed my (small) lawn with it. Thanks for a good product at a good price.- Mark (Great States Seven Blade Bent Grass 705-16)

Hi, Marjorie King. Thanks for the nice mouse pad and the readable OEM version of the earlier faxed owners manual. Both arrived today via snailMail. You really do an excellent job of getting some real significant meaning back into the phrase "CUSTOMER SERVICE". The quality of both your firms products and your personal service are outstanding and much appreciated. Thanks again, Ted Prater of Memphis

Absolutely Margie, you can send me email on your updates. Thought your website most informative. Learned more about reel mowers and grass in 10 minutes than I have in 40 years. Best of luck to you. Fred

Thank you for suggesting the Agri-Fab 21" mower. I have used it three times now. My last mower was a McLane reel mower which I like, but this new mower is half the work and half the time. I live that it is 21" wide. I love that it is so sturdy. I love how it doesn't flatten my lawn. I love it's easy five height adjustments. I am using the highest setting and my lawn looks better than it has in years. I have used other reel mowers and gas powered and electric, this Agri-Fab gives me by far my most enjoyable mowing experience. The Agri-Fab Silent Reel 21 is no longer available, please see Silent Cut 21

Thanks for answering all my questions and making it so easy to find the right product for me. Lance Peterson, Meridian Idaho (Agri-Fab 21" Silent Reel Mower) The Agri-Fab Silent Reel 21 is no longer available, please see Silent Cut 21

QMofM, Easy to push is an understatement Good Queen. It glides across the lawn with a gentle whirring sound which slices the grass like a razor. It went together much more quickly than I had anticipated and I have done a pass or two across areas that I know are relatively stickless. WOW! I love it. No engine noise. No exhaust. I am looking forward to cutting the lawn tomorrow after work [yes, I know it sounds bizarre, but really, I'm fine and I really do have a life]. In fact I may come home at lunch and do the front yard. It is a little too dark now and I want to run a rake across the lawn before merrily mowing the lawn. I'm as giddy as a school boy and I'm doing the Scrouge happy dance waiting for a cleaning lady to tweak. I bet there will be a few of my neighbors who will want to try it out. I may not let them do so. Or maybe I'll charge them a buck or two. Yikes, I'm prattling. Thanks again. B.kofp&t- Bob Sandner, Great States Corporation Deluxe Light 18.

I was waiting for my mower arrived to reply...Marjorie, it arrived yesterday and we put it together to test it. I was pleased from the start because it was the same size and had the same type of grass-length device, whatever you call that, and when I started out of the garage for a test run, I nearly flew...I don't know what is wrong with my old one but I have to really put my hip into it to get it going and I just naturally did the same (since I've been mowing with this poor, sick mower in this condition for 3 yr), I was nearly in the street before it stopped. I was so happy...the sprinklers had just gone off but I mowed anyway and it is wonderful, definitely worth the money and the trouble of researching...although, you did all the research. Thanks bunches - Shelly Cox (Great States Corporation Deluxe Light 18

Hello! We got the mower, put it together within a half hour, and it cut the lawn great. So nice to mow without noise! Thanks for promoting an earth-friendly product. Faye Kagele (Great States Corporation Deluxe Light 18)

I am loving my mower!!! My dad is getting a kick out of the fact that I'm using the same type of mower he's been using for the last 50 years (Scott brand reel mower)!! --and, my "power" neighbors think I'm nuts!!

Thanks again!! Steve Knowlton (Great States Corporation Deluxe Light 18)

I received the mower on Friday. My son and I put it together and then it was time to test it. It worked great! So far I like it and I think it is going to do a very good job for me. I took it to my friends house, the one who has an old pro-mow that is wore out after only two years, and we mowed his yard too. There is no comparison, I think he is going to order one from you very soon. Anyway, I think I will like it very much as time goes on. I am pleased with the quality of the equipment and the job it does mowing. thanks, Steve Beagle (Agri-Fab Gang Reel). Agri-Fab no longer makes the gang reel, Please see ProMow gang reel mowers.

We are very happy with the mower, partly because we happen to live in the Ohio River Valley, an area known for its heavy industry and coal fired electric plants. There is already enough pollution in the air here without our contributing to it when we cut our grass! Our lawn is healthier than our neighbors': lush and soft. My husband and I fight over who gets to mow this time...Thank you again, Margaret Lazer (Scott's Classic)

The mower was received in fine working order and has been used three times already.
Photos of my OLD Great States' mower will be forwarded with full permission to use as you see fit as soon as they're out of the camera. I would like the address of the fellow who has the mower museum. And yes, keep me on your e-mail list. Thanks, David Ditman (Scott's Classic)

The mower is great; thanks! Kate Sonderegger

The mower is GREAT! However, it does cut my lawnmowing 'workout' down by about 50%; I'll just have to find other ways to exercise! Thanks again, Dave (Scott's Classic)

I received my mower (Great States Seven Blade 705-16 yesterday. I opened it immediately! Within five minutes i had it together (including the bagger) and adjusted to the height I wanted. I could not wait to try it out. What a wonderful experience I had. This mower is easy to push and cuts great. No loud engine, flying dust or best of all NO gas fumes. Just the smell of fresh cut grass. I could go on and on. I wanted to tell you what a wonderful experience I had and thank you for your professional service.......Thank You....Lou McAllister

Tried it out and it works GREAT! Great cut and no pollution -noise or gas/oil fumes. I think I'm going to like mowing with it. And, it hangs up easy in my garage. I like the idea of one mechanical device not relying on fossil fuel. I've recommended one to my sibs. Practically every homeowner should be mowing with a reel and not a gasoline powered mower. It's ridiculous to do so. Besides, the cut from the reel is 100% better than my rotary gas engine mower. – Nancy Krupiarz (Scott's Classic)

I have to tell you what a great experience I had today! UPS delivered my new mower. I put it together and decided to give it a few passes, just to see how hard it would be to push. I just finished mowing my whole property. I just couldn't stop myself! I'm truly amazed...This truly isn't "My father's lawnmower". And, more importantly...it isn't "my last power mower, either! I didn't have to worry about going to town for gas and oil...my arm isn't sore from trying to start it, my shins aren't bleeding from stones getting kicked up into my legs, my ears aren't ringing from the "hum" of the engine, my yard smells like fresh cut grass, not gasoline fumes, my dog isn't hiding under the deck, my back feels great! (I had been worried that I'd be in pain from the struggle...a usual problem after having broken a hip and my back years ago..and being almost 52 now)..I think the low impact exercise it gave me actually eased it instead! And...after all that, the lawn looks better than it ever has...none of that "just mowed.sort of funky yellowish look" ! I guess you can tell I'm happy with my purchase. I just thought you'd like to know : ) Best of luck in your venture...you can be sure I'll be spreading your word! Maggie Pitman (Scott's Classic)

Well you were right! Great mower. I went out to try it out after putting it together and ended up doing the whole lawn in 20 minutes. Beats the heck out of a gas mower. Thanks for the advice and a good product. Stuart Leslie (Deluxe Light 18 by Great States Corporation)

Dear Marjorie, Thanks for your letter. I got my mower and, of course, am delighted with it. It never runs out of gas, runs quietly and starts with merely a push of the handle. What more could I ask for. Jack Hamby (Standard Light by Great States Corporation)

Marjorie, Got the mower a couple days ago. The assembly was easy (yah!) and I've been mowing along with ease. It's a great tool. I'm one of the only people with an engine-less approach to yard-care so the sounds of the clikkkkk are a nice change. thanks again. Yvonne Mokihana Calizar (Standard Light by Great States Corporation)

I must tell you that I love my new mower. I have used it several times now and I just can't believe how easy it is to use. Jonathan Billow Scott's Classic

Marjorie, I used my new lawn mower for the first time this evening. The grass was only two days since I last cut it. I must say, my first impression is as delighted as your website suggested! When you get a reel mower going, it just hums along with little noise and effort. And it naturally mulches when the clippings are so short. I'm glad my very green-friendly buddy Rob talked me into trying a reel mower. I figure I may have to mow twice as often, but it should only take half as much time each time. Anyway, just thought you might appreciate the favorable comments... Tim Klepaczyk Scott's Classic by Great States Corporation)

ÿþ Received the kit last week and used it over the weekend. Did a great job, mowing's just like pushing butter, smooth! Thanx for your great service. Jay Jackson (Sharpening Kit by Great States Corporation)

Received [mower] today AND my wife used it immediately with happy results - life is good! Mike S. in Highlands Ranch, CO. (Full Feature by Great States Corporation)

Thank you very much...I used the mower yesterday....It was everything that you advertised!!! Lightweight, easy to use, and it cut great...I am very pleased!!! Wesley Wolfe (Great States Corporation - Full Feature Light and Sharpening Kit)

Marjorie, I got the mower last Tuesday - it's great. Using the real mower actually takes less time to mow my lawn (approx. 3,000 square feet) than it did with my old smog-maker (probably because it took 10 minutes to start the smog-maker!). On Saturday, I was able to do all my hard chores before 9:00 AM because I didn't have to worry about noise ordinances and breaking the law - way cool! J. Siesfeld (Scott's Classic and Sharpening Kit)

The mower was delivered right when you said. I really do like it. Several "skeptics" have tried it out and liked it. Are we surprised?! I was really surprised at the sharpening kit. I expected a sharpening tool. Hmmm. I guess it works and will try it out later.

Yes, I would like to be notified when you update your website. It's early enough to still be cool enough for me to go out and play with my mower. What fun! Thank you Marjorie. I look forward to visiting with you again. Sharon

Received the mower yesterday afternoon. My husband was very pleased with the model I chose for him. Will be recommending your company to others. Thanks, Christa Mallory (Great States Corporation Full Feature 414-16)

Margie,

Thanks.

The mower works great.

Yes, you may send E mails.

I wish you had more of a presence here in Texas - the air quality in Houston is terrible !!

Margie, I just finished mowing my front lawn with the push mower. I figure people driving by seeing my svelte figure pushing this thing will want to own one ;-)

Anyway, a guy at work saw the newscast and was quite impressed. He lives in El Cerrito and I told him some time ago about Betty's site. Now that he has seen your accomplishments, he thinks I'm the brother of all intelligent woman :-) John King (815-18)