Brill 78370 Luxus 38 15-Inch Push Reel Mower

Brill 78370 Luxus 38 15-Inch Push Reel Mower Review


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We are making a much greater effort to be kinder to our planet in our household. I was warned by my father that I'd regret buying a reel mower. However, I have not regretted it at all. I will admit that it is a little harder and more time consuming. But considering the gas money we save and the consideration we are giving nature, it is one of my favorite purchases ever! We can't use it very easily (though it's not impossible) in deeper grasses, finer grasses, lumpy parts of the yard or where there are branches and plant roots laying around. However, the bulk of our yard can be done fairly easily with this mower. Even the kids (ages 10 14) have been able to contribute to keeping our lawn mowed. My husband used my brother's new reel mower which has a wider cutting deck, some off brand from Home Depot or Menards, but said that ours cuts a lot better. We've used it a handful of times (we live in the country and have a somewhat large yard so don't let yard size deter you) and it hasn't needed sharpening either, unlike my brother's that does require sharpening and they live in town with a small yard.

Brill 78370 Luxus 38 15-Inch Push Reel Mower Feature

  • Push reel mower; 15-inch cut width, height adjustment from .5- to 1.8-inches
  • 16.1 pounds, quiet, easy to push; full-control rigid handle
  • Flame-hardened maintenance-free blades; non-contact cutting system
  • Large top cover protects overhanging flowers and shrubs
  • Made in Germany one-year warranty
Healthy exercise, quiet operation, and a healthier, more attractive lawn, that's what the Luxus 38 Push Reel Mower from Brill has to offer. Perfect for mowing lawns with less than 7,500 square feet, the Luxus 38 weighs just over 16 pounds, making it the lightest, quietest and easiest-to-push hand mower in its class. Ultra-sharp, welded, and flame-hardened blades offer a 15-inch cutting width and won't need sharpening for eight years (on average). p For those who value horticulture above horsepower, the Luxus Push Reel grass cutter is the best choice for a well kept lawn. The vacuum action and dull blades of standard rotary mowers tend to leave behind brown-tops and disturb the natural, interwoven growing pattern that helps grass retain water and crowd out weeds. But the Luxus's non-contact, non-vacuum cutting system produces a beautiful, scissor-cut and rolled look without jeopardizing the roots, so you get ultra-green, super healthy, plush results, every time. p More great features: The cut-height adjusts from .5- to 1.8-inches for a wide variety of mowing applications. An extra rigid handle means optimal power and control. A large metal top-cover protects overhanging flowers and shrubs as the Luxus passes by. Best of all, the ball-bearing-mounted reel spins smoothly with virtually no friction to fight against, so there's even less resistance than gas powered push mowers. The Luxus assembles easily in about five minutes and is backed by a two-year, manufacturer warranty. i--Brian Olson/i Brill Luxus 38, Manual Reel Mower.


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Excellent Choice - Brad Kaiser - Spartanburg, SC United States
I was a little apprehensive about purchasing this considering the cost vs. other reel mowers but I must concur with the positive reviews that helped persuade me to make the purchase: this was an excellent choice considering the size of our lawn and the ease of use just as described. It is light weight and a joy to use! Being environmentally friendly is an added bonus and I like the fact that we can mow anytime w/o disturbing the neighborhood.


May 27, 2010 03:12:15

Scotts 415-16S 16-Inch Elite Push Reel Lawn Mower

Scotts 415-16S 16-Inch Elite Push Reel Lawn Mower Review


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Pros :br /br /*Provides an excellent workout. Skip a visit or two to the gym and cut the grass instead! (Seriously, you need to be physically fit to use this item. If you have major health issues or physical limitations/disabilities, this product is NOT for you.)br /br /*Since I stopped mowing the lawn with a gas mower, which deposits gasoline and pollutes the environment with noise, and started cutting the grass with this "mower," nature has returned to my backyard! I have always fed the birds, and they are still around, but I have seen snakes for the first time in decades, and butterflies and dragonflies are returning. If you wish to go organic as well, using this "machine" is a great start. (It also helps if you stop fertilizing and using herbicides, pesticides, etc.)br /br /*Adjustable cutting heights. I left mine on factory-set, but you should adjust as you please. If you live in a drier climate, you may wish to adjust the height so that you are left with 2-3 inch high lawn, which conserves water, keeping the lawn greener longer, and also chokes out weeds.br /br /*Easy to assemble. All you have to do is screw on the long-bodied handlebars. br /br /*Easy to maintain. After every mowing, simply put it away. Or if you like, remove the grass clippings from the blades with a gloved hand or use the garden hose to wash off the grass cuttings. Longer grass cuttings will get curled up in between the wheel and lower bar, but it's easy to remove these pieces with your fingers. There is a small black plastic piece that holds together the long bars of the body of the mower. With use, the motions cause this piece to loosen slightly. Simply screw this piece to re-tighten and the bars will join closer again. As far as sharpening the blades, I saw a video online, and it is so easy to do, using a cordless drill! You simply allow the blades to go in reverse for a time and it sharpens them. I have not had to do this yet, so please search the Scotts website for detailed instructions before performing this task. br /br /*Versatile - does not disappoint in any condition - dry or swampy - and it works great on the uneven ground of my yard.br /br /*Well-made and sturdy. Wheels and blades can take plenty of abuse.br /br /*Works on most grass types. My lawn is a mishmosh of seed I have sowed, plus miscellaneous floating seed from neighbors' yards. I don't even know every variety of grass that is in my lawn, but this mower cuts it all.br /br /*No gasoline or oil needed, no yearly lawnmower maintenance, no spark plugs or need for replacement parts, etc.br /br /*Takes up little space, so it's easy to store.br /br /Cons :br /br /*Foam handlebar grips practically wore off during the first mowing! Instead, buy a pair of rubber bicycle handlebar grips - they're inexpensive, they fit nearly perfectly onto the mower handlebars, and they will last a long time.br /br /*Your lawn must be free of debris, such as larger sticks, pine cones and stones. If you do not first remove the sticks, they will get jammed up in the mower blades and it will abruptly stop working.br /br /*Does not cut stemmy weeds such as dandelion. The leafy green part and short-stemmed flowers will be cut, but long-stemmed weeds stubbornly remain.br /br /Commentary :br /br /Like I said, using this item is definitely a workout. The trick is to put all of your weight behind the mower and push it away from you. It is easier on the body, and that way, if you experience resistance (a twig gets caught up in the blades, or you're cutting very long grass), you don't end up on top of the mower. When you experience resistance, simply yank the mower back onto its rollers, thereby clearing the blades. If it persists, you must have a branch caught up in the blades, and you will have to manually remove that. Otherwise, there is no reason to bend anymore than absolutely necessary - this yanking motion will deposit bunched up clippings and smaller twigs back onto the lawn for you.br /br /The longer you allow your lawn to grow, the more intense your workout will be! If allowed to grow too long, say, 5+ inches, you will have to make a few passes and possibly even criss cross the area to get it from all sides. You will experience resistance from the mower, but it's not impossible - just keep at it!br /br /The wider the mower, the less passes you will have to make. I'm happy with the smaller width model because I love the workout. But if you're looking to get the job done faster, try a wider model.br /br /I have owned this for a year and have loved it since the first time I used it. My priorities are having an organic yard, enjoying the outdoors and getting a great workout without having to get on a gym machine. Hence, I love this item. If your priorities are different, you may not love this product.

Scotts 415-16S 16-Inch Elite Push Reel Lawn Mower Feature

  • 1/2- to 2 1/2-Inch Cutting Height Range
  • 10-Inch Wheels with Radial Tread Tires, adjustable in 3 positions
  • 16-Inch Cutting Width
  • Flared "T" style Handle with Cushioned Grips
  • 2 Year Limited Warranty
The Scotts Elite Reel Mower has a 16 inch cutting width, with a cutting height range of half inch to 2.50 inches. It is lightweight, with easy to push 10 inch wheels and radial tread tires. The handle is a flared T style with cushioned grips. The blades are heat treated tempered alloy steel with steel cutter bar for years of use. It has unbreakable steel side plates and 1-inch welded torsion tube frame assembly.


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Happy with my purchase but... - Stephanie J. Merrill - New England
I wish I had known that even a small (a very small) twig will jam the blades and you will have to stop, flip the machine and remove the twig before you can resume mowing. My yard is small, and I have had no trouble pushing the mower but in the back yard, near the big tree (Yes! The one that constantly sheds small twigs), it is really tough going. Other than that, I think this is a really great mower that most anyone can push without problem. As mentioned in other reviews, don't let the grass get long...



May 23, 2010 15:00:22

Great States 304-14 14-Inch Economy Push Reel Lawn Mower

Great States 304-14 14-Inch Economy Push Reel Lawn Mower Review


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I'm very happy with my mower. It took a little while to assemble, but nothing about it was complicated. It's so quiet; I love that I can mow at any time of day without disturbing anyone. Caveats: the instructions warn you about sticks - if you get a lot in your lawn, rake before mowing - they do get caught. Getting them out is easy but blows your momentum. Also, you do have to mow fairly frequently because it's no good on long grass. Keep your edger handy after a lot of good rain. br /That said, this is a terrific tool. Effective, easy to lift and maneuver, and more fun, in my opinion, than a powered mower. I recommend it.

Great States 304-14 14-Inch Economy Push Reel Lawn Mower Feature

  • 14-inch cutting width
  • 10-inch composite wheels
  • Height adjust from 1-inch to 1-3/4-inch
  • Corrosion resistant, zinc-plated handle with plastic grips
  • Heat treated blades stay sharp longer, making a quality cut
14'', 3 spider, 4 blade ball bearing reel. Alloy steel reel and bed knife blade. Steel side plates and formed tension tube. 8 1 2'' diameter high impact polymer wheels with integral molded tread. Cutting height adjustable from 1 2'' to 1 1 2''. 3 section roller. Zinc plated handle with plastic grips.


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A must have - J. Lindsay -
Arrived on time, well packaged. Would give 5 stars, but box will not be opened until Christmas !!!

Fantastic purchase - Dogmom in Chi Town - Chicago, Il. USA
I searched for years to find the right sized mower for my tiny yard and this is "IT"! Pushing it where I need to cut is simple and it does do a good job even if the grass is a bit longer. cleaning it is simple, storage is too.


May 20, 2010 03:48:22

Great States 815-18 18-Inch Deluxe Push Reel Lawn Mower

Great States 815-18 18-Inch Deluxe Push Reel Lawn Mower Review


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I found this mower locally on sale, and decided to pick it up. I've always been interested in simpler appliances, as well as going a bit green. I was concerned because I have an average sized lawn, but it doesn't take me any longer to mow with this then the old gas-powered John Deere. br /br /Thoughts:br /br /- Very minimal maintenance required. There are ways to adjust the cutting bed and the angle of the cut, but it's ready to go right out of the box.br /br /- Easy to push! I mow every week normally, so I tend to not let the lawn get too huge. I can see how letting it get too long would make life tough, though.br /br /- Spend a few minutes picking up the twigs first. I've got several mature deciduous trees that shed little twigs all the time. Anything approx. the size of a #2 pencil will jam the reels.br /br /- Pretty quiet, though not silent. This model has a 'scissoring' sound which is kind of odd to get used to, but its so much quieter than a gas powered (or even battery powered) mower, I'm fine with it. A little WD-40 on the knife bed quiets things down even more (make it a point to use some regularly on the moving parts; it'll keep the noise down and make it easier to mow with).br /br /- Building it takes 20 minutes; you just put the handle together, set your desired height and its off to the races.br /br / Those are the pertinent details I thought I would mention. There are plenty of resources on the internet on the finer aspects of using a reel mower. Frankly, outside of cleaning my lawn of small twigs, I see no real (reel?) downside to this mower. It's well-built, suitably heavy, cuts nicely, and is virtually maintenance and noise free. Save the gas hog for mulching the leaves in the fall and use this the rest of the year.br /br /Hope this helps!br /

Great States 815-18 18-Inch Deluxe Push Reel Lawn Mower Feature

  • 18-inch cutting width
  • 10-inch ball bearing wheels
  • Easy height adjust from 1/2-inch to 2-3/4-inch
  • Powder coated finished handle lasts longer and prevents rust
  • Heat treated blades stay sharp longer, making a quality cut
18", 4 spider, 5 blade ball bearing reel. Tempered alloy steel reel and bed knife blade. Steel side plates and 2" welded shrub bar assembly. 1 2" to 2 1 4" cutting height with adjustable 7 section roller. Cast iron roller brackets with wing nut adjustment


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Works great so far! - Anthony C. David -
I'm very happy to say that my mower worked right out of the box. The assembly took about 10 minutes and I didn't have to adjust the blades or do much else to get it going. I've used it three times so far and it works great. It's as easy to push as any motor mower I've ever used. To help the mower cut better, I rake the grass first which gets rid of twigs and such that might jam up the blades. It also helps with the actual cutting since the grass isn't matted down. The smell of fresh raked earth and cut grass in the morning (without the noise, smell of exhaust, and debris flying everywhere) is worth every penny.



May 14, 2010 09:02:12

American Lawn Mower Company 1705-16 16-Inch Bent Reel Mower

American Lawn Mower Company 1705-16 16-Inch Bent Reel Mower Review


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I just got it yesterday and put it together this morning, it took about 10 min. and I adjusted the blades to have less contact, as the paint on the blades needs to where off. The mower is well made and cuts great and a lot lower than my power mower.br /I cut my yard two weeks ago with my power mower and it is Bermuda grass and a hybrid mix it turner brown and look very bad.br / The only thing that I would change is to put the bottom of the handle on the mower before you put it together as it is easier to get it on that way and oil the mower before the first use.br / Well, on to my first use, I cut my yard in about 20 min. and it was the easiest that it has been in 3 years the mower is very easy to push and does a great job cutting the grass. I just don't Know what took me so long to try one, I will not go back to my power mower! I would highly recommend it to everyone, it is one fantastic mower.

American Lawn Mower Company 1705-16 16-Inch Bent Reel Mower Feature

  • Hand pushed bent reel mower specifically designed to cut low-growing, creeping grasses
  • Cutting heights from 1/2 to 2-1/4 inches with adjustable 7-section roller and 3-position adjustable wheel height
  • Made of durable tempered alloy steel; unbreakable steel side plate; 4-spider 7-blade, ball bearing reel design
  • 10-inch composite wheels with radial tread tires; 1-inch welded torsion bar frame; painted flare-style cushion-grip handles
  • 16-inch cutting width; assembles in 10-15 minutes
American Lawn Mower's 16-inch bent reel mower is efficient and effective--no unnecessary attachments, no fancy gewgaws, just a serious blade-and-reel unit of tempered alloy steel with a few height adjustments for different levels of grass. The knife blades are sharp and strong, and, though the mower is light enough to carry, it's got enough heft for proper traction on slick grass. Assembly doesn't take long--10 or 15 minutes is about all. The handle cushions are cushier than on some other models and especially easy to put on--unfortunately, they come off as easily as they go on. The American Lawn Mower Company 16-inch bent reel mower is a simple, efficient, and effective blade-and-reel mower, fueled by environmentally-friendly manpower and specifically designed to cut low-growing, creeping grasses. Made of durable tempered alloy steel with an unbreakable steel side plate, this 4-spider, 7-blade, ball bearing reel design gives you cutting heights ranging from 1/2 inch to 2-1/4 inches using the adjustable 7-section roller and 3-position adjustable wheel height. This mower features durable 10-inch composite wheels with radial tread tires and molded hub caps, 1-inch torsion bar frame, flare-style painted handles with cushioned grips, and a 16-inch cutting width for quick, maneuverable action. This mower can be put together quickly in 10 to 15 minutes.


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good customer service - Gift Recipient -
Received the unit on time. Once open the mower had a small broken piece. Called customer service and received the replacement piece in 4 days. Mower works great on my bermuda grass.

Very nice American-manufactured lawnmower - voyager2lcats -
I had read a nice review of the American Lawn Mower Company's list of reel mowers and I was convinced this was the right machine for me. I have a centipede lawn and this machine cuts better than any gas or electric mower I own. Neither of them is reliable either, while this machine should go the distance. I purchased the blade sharpening kit as well, so far haven't needed it (I have used it four times already since March). It is lighter than either the gas or electric mower I have, so it is no harder to push nor maneuver. You won't regret buying this from Amazon.com as I got free shipping and delivery was in 5 days. You have to assemble the mower, but that is relatively simple, although the instructions are poor.


Apr 27, 2010 15:58:12

McCulloch MCM2011 16-Inch Push Reel Mower

McCulloch MCM2011 16-Inch Push Reel Mower Review


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I actually bought this about 6 years ago to mow my little condo yard. I was leary, as it looked like something Great Grampa might have used, but it's been extremely handy over the years. Now that I have a yard of my own I use it all the time to get into tight places where I don't want to wrestle with my gas mower. The construction is all steel, very sturdy. Just don't try to use it on very high (over 4 inches) grass, or where there's a lot of twigs; it will get bogged down and you'll get frustrated fast! But if you're keeping up with the grass, and you use it in small areas, it works great!

McCulloch MCM2011 16-Inch Push Reel Mower Feature

  • Foam grip
  • Rust resistant blades
  • 4 Height adjustments
  • 16-Inch cutting swath
  • Environmentally friendly
McCulloch 16 ft Push Reel Mower - What a environmentally friendly way to cut your grass. With rust resistant steel blades and ball bearing spindle, this McCulloch 16 ft Push Reel Mower


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Apr 24, 2010 08:36:04

Brill 78366 Razorcut 33 13-Inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower

Brill 78366 Razorcut 33 13-Inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower Review


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Brill 78366 Razorcut 33 13-Inch 5-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower Feature

  • Non-contact cutting system keeps blades sharp for 8 years
  • Weighs only 17 pounds
  • Reel mowers give your lawn a much healthier cut compare to rotary mowers
  • Environmentally friendly - no gas or fumes
  • Exceptionally quiet and safe to use
The German-made Brill Razorcut 33 reel mower eliminates the need for noisy, polluting, gasoline-powered mowers. While a push mower isn't ideal for all cutting situations, it works extremely well in many small scale settings. The Razorcut weighs only 17 lbs. and is easy to push on large 8" diameter wheels. Features a 13" (33 cm) cutting width. The cutting height can be easily adjusted from 11/16" to 1-13/16". Recommended for lawn sizes up to 6,000 sq. ft. Comes fully assembled, except for the handle. This mower is not recommended for St. Augustine, Zoysia or Bermuda grass lawns.Optional grass catcher bag is also available.


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Apr 15, 2010 02:32:08