This may seem a dumb question, but did you put the steel wedge
(or whatever it's called) between the tang and the clamp? The scythe
should have come with one. It allows you to tighten the clamp very
firmly.

There was no wedge with the scythe. I had tried using a piece of wood, but I
didn't know wedges were supposed to be used. Sounds like a good idea though


I have used a scythe for years on tough weeds and grass, both wet and
dry,
and have not had the problems you describe.

Have you ever cut packed/trampled wet grass? Did you just use shorter
strokes, or do you have any other tips you could offer?

As several posters have said, you do need to be very careful when
It's really easy to open an artery with one.

What's one or two arteries anyway. I've got lots

Cheers,
G.