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Old 06-05-2006, 05:10 AM posted to alt.home.lawn.garden
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Default Using a reel mower

I had my first trial today using a reconditioned reel mower I recently
purchased. I am interested in any tips experienced reel mower user have for
a good cut.

My first attempt was mixed. It took a little while to find a good cutting
height (some areas of the lawn got scalped) and I noted one end of the blade
didn't cut well (blades are sharp however) as it had some stone damage at
some point.

My lawn is also a little undulating so it skipped across several points and
bent the grass flat rather than taking a uniform slice off. The grass was
also damp which may have affected it.

The cut grass, especially clover, however I noticed was more finely sliced
than using a rotary.

ANything I should be doing/not doing?

rob