On Jul 13, 7:15 pm, Art wrote:
ValveJob wrote:
Maybe you know a brand I should avoid or one you want to brag on.
I'm all ears - as Ross Perot said.

The most "inexpensive" self propelled mower is going to be a Honda or
other high quality machine. While the initial cost is high, the life of
machine and it's dependability bring the cost per year to be in line
with or less than than your typical big box store mower. As an added
bonus you won't lose your temper every time you have to start it.

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Art

My eldest son, with a 3/4 acre lot bought cheapest push mower he could
find. Like OP he figures he will buy a new one when el cheapo quits.
2nd son with less than 1/4 acre bought high end self propelled Honda.
He has a good job and wants to put minimum effort into lawn.
If you like to tinker with machines and spend more time on your lawn,
buy el cheapo. If your time is more valuable to you for other things,
go with a high end mower.
Frank