I Bought a $2,500 lawn mower for Testing Purposes
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 มิ.ย. 2024
- It's all about the REEL MOWERS in this video.
In this video, I go over why I bought yet another lawn mower and compare it to my past reel mowers.
Ultimately I decided to purchase an Allet Kensington 17H for two major reasons:
1st: It is much more maneuverable than my previous Toro Greensmaster 1000. My front lawn is only 1500 total square feet and mowing every other day with a 300 pound commercial piece of equipment was not fun.
2nd: I want a reel mower that had a cartridge system so I could remove the reel, send it in for sharpening and have it sent back to me. It was always a hassle to have my Greensmaster sharpened and always took a few weeks to get it back from the shop so the convenience of sending in the reel was a major factor in my purchasing decision.
Here are a few specs on the Kensington 17H:
Self propelled
Cartridge system including optional 10 blade cylinder, aerator, brush, verticut, dethatcher and scarifier
Honda GX120 Engine
17” cutting width
Six-blade cylinder cartridge included
grassbox
¼“ to 1 ¼” Height of cut
Adjustable grass rake
Steel front roller
Double section steel rear roller with differential
3 handlebar height positions plus folding for storage
Overall I enjoyed my first cut and will be doing a full review once I have had enough time with it so stay tuned!
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🔴1 YEAR UPDATE: I SOLD THE ALLETT.
Over the past year... The plastic lever that engages the reel has been giving me nothing but problems so I sold it.
For the price of this mower, i did not expect such cheap quality.
I just bought a new mower to test this year, see here: th-cam.com/video/xg0K_zLk934/w-d-xo.html
In a world where almost everyone reel mows, one man stands alone with his rotary, refusing to give in! I am that man. 😂
One day you will come to the dark side.
But for now… you are the white knight of hope the rotary folks need. 🤣
I’m with you Allyn. I’ll stick with my rotary cutting my cool season lawn at 3.5”-4”. 😂😂
Do not tell them there is rotary with a roller and has been around since the mid 80's. Stripes just as good as a reel.
Hey LCN..Been following for probably 6+ years prove from the time you were by me in Indiana..I appreciate you not killing your lawn every year like other lawn care guys..
That’s me to mate, haha, but I think I gotta scratch that itch haha
Works great! th-cam.com/users/postUgkxprGGPRQoChQaA8u58dt7miEpxQBKiWeJ More difficult with longer grass, though, but I was expecting that. I have a small back yard, it seemed like overkill to buy a lawnmower with an engine. This is easy to carry in and out of the basement through the bulkhead. Very sharp (be careful). At the back of the mower are little wheels, which I use when pulling the mower backwards, so it's easy to readjust direction. I'm including a photo which shows the before and after for my lawn when it was at its longest. For long grass like that you really have to put some muscle into it, and I needed to go into a new section of grass with some momentum, but when the grass is only an inch or two higher than regular cut height it's quite easy. The lawn is still patchy and full of weeds, but at least it's a good height! A step in the right direction.
I started watching this guy's channel and I must confess I judged him for recommending scott's products. But I'm about 15 videos in and George does his research. He knows his stuff and is one of the best at making lawn care accessible to EVERYONE. All I can say is I'm taking notes on how to introduce others to the joys of lawn care without becoming elitist. Awesome, authentic, real, and accessible. Thanks, George!
Thanks max, i really appreciate that comment!
I try to mix up my content for from everyone from the casual soccer mom trying to fix her lawn all the way to Reel Mowing elitests!
Oh and dont snooze on the scotts lawn food! aside from premium greensgrade fertilizers it has the smallest prills which make it excellent for the reel low mow!
Again thanks dude, these are the type of comments that really mean alot! see ya around!
Trying to achieve a golf course, ball field type lawn with a zero turn is near impossible unless you have a perfectly flat lawn and accept that you need to mow at 2” at least.
I run a 42” mower, I cut about 2.5” right now all year minus the first couple mows after winter. When I’m over seeding and germinating that grass. I’m hoping by the end of next spring my lawn is going to incredible for what it is - a large and uneven lawn. This year I’ve been focusing on leveling out holes and dips, making mowing around obstacles easier, and defining spaces where grass grows, and where it’s not going to. I’ve got multiple trailers, vehicles etc that I’m always moving around so I built a carport and moved my driveway to the other side of the house to consolidate everything. Now I need to fix my original “driveway” which was just worn down grass that had some crushed granite on it.
Also putting a walkway from the new driveway to the front door. The new driveway has blue limestone 3/4” on it now, and I’ll likely form it up and have it poured before next summer. For now it’s just raked out and bordered with steel.
I love you not holding back punches because too many of these TH-camrs are talking up overpriced junk without being blunt about the quality of these mowers and the difficulty in maintaining them up North.
Allett Allett Allett this is the king all the rest are second place. You can buy 5 attachments to do a variety of things, Dethatch, sweep, vericut, scarify, 10 blade for superfine cut. My 20' will be here soon. This guy is the reel deal in knowledge.
I bought my first lawn mower today. $200 Troy Bilt push mower. I'm excited. ... Nice mower you got there.
Those are good mowers, great place to start out!
Sitting on a garden wall in England in 1986 my uncle told me the best reel mowers are made in England. He had a bowling green lawn and it looked amazing and was my intro to lawn maintenance.
Makes me feel good about my purchase:)
Thanks for sharing!
Good video. I have had the electric version of this mower (Liberty 43) for 3 years and I love it. Allett are built in my hometown too!
Awesome! Was seriously contemplating gas vs electric for a long time
Glad it’s workin out for ya!
Loving all your content. Also great seeing a lawn care guy in my same geographical area! Thanks for all you do.
Thanks neighbor!
Appreciate you stoppin by 😁
Exciting! Any greens mower for urban properties is a beast to handle with maneuvering around obstacles.
For real dude! You know how it is!
Looking forward to your Swardman vs. Allett comparison George! Several of my live stream viewers ask me which one is better.
Thanks dude, we are filming it this weekend, stay tuned!
@@PrincessCutLawnCare Noice... 😎
Can’t wait to see this.
@@frankie385 it’s posted 😀
@@PrincessCutLawnCare sweet. I’ll watch it in a minute. Dude, I just also came across a video review for the Allet Liberty 43 (battery operated) it’s actually kind of cool, at 85lbs total weight, it quite an impressive mower.
Really looking forward to seeing how this goes for you, George. This is on my bucket list.
Thanks I’ll be doing a long term review towards the end of the season.
Appreciate you stoppin by!
Awesome George! Best of luck with the Allett! I love my Swardman so far. Looking forward to future content of yours on that mower.
Thanks pat!
I just bought one! Sooo excited!
I honestly will never own a reel mower. Viewed the entire video just because I love George and hope someday to feast on some deep dish pizza with him when we head West.
Great video as always. Thanks for always sharing the no bs review. If you want to to be amused watch some of the other self absorbed creator content on TH-cam. I think angels dance on some of those lawns. Thanks George for keeping it “reel”🍕
Appreciate the support blue jay!
you the man and i reely mean that:)))
@@PrincessCutLawnCare George when you do your summer lawn care please include information about how you got obsessed with the lawn. I think your journey into lawn care would be great content
Also, because of YOU, I’m realizing what a failure I am with lawn care. Not only do I cut my property but I maintain 2 widow ladies properties who are neighbors. No money involved. They are both really sweet. The lawns are a cluster of Poa annua clover and various grasses. When fall approaches I would love to have your recommendations on improving this hot mess. We all don’t need golf course lawns but I’m so tired of the summer crap hole it all becomes. Since it’s all on my dime it has to be practical and mainstream. I need to make improvements by next spring. Each of the 3 properties has about the same square footage as you. Thanks for all your kindness and hope you and yours have a great summer.
Excellent information. That cinematography game is on point too. Great point about how you need to consider whether you can get it sharp and how the removable cartridge is a great feature.
Thanks man been working on my editing skills:)
and yes getting my GM sharpened is such a hassle lol no more!
Allet's are sweet machines! If I had the money sitting around I would def consider getting one! The one you have would be a perfect size match for my lawn too
Thank you! I’ve been looking forward to purchasing an Allett Liberty. I just wish they were a little less expensive
no problem! i agree they are pricey
Word up Justin I feel ya
Your lawn is looking good George, it’s filling in nicely. 👊🌴😎
It is! Damn thing took long enough 😂😂😂
Great video George. It's looking like the Allett is going to be the best fit for your lawn.
Thanks Ron!
I think so!
I’ve had the same trucut for 15 years that was passed down to me from my pops.. It’s gotta be like 30 years old. Almost time to retire that bad boy. This video almost got me to pull the trigger! Love the content!
I believe it! my greensmaster was a 1989 model and still runs prefect.
Thanks for the video brother. Congrats on the mower
No problem!
Thanks for watching!
Great video, and it addressed my same concerns as I have a hard enough time getting my rotatory blades sharpened in MS. In too old to push a reel mower, and my lawn is about as level as a BMX field. I can’t wait until the prosumer market has a one reel riding mower.
Thanks! i feel itll be here soon!
Love your videos George all the way from Australia.
Awesome, thank you!
I genuinely like your videos. Keep it up
Thanks Seth!
Amazing video George!! I'm sure if I fully move to reel one day, the Allett Liberty 43 will be my choice 100%. Enjoy the mows!!
Thanks emelio! thats an awesome choice as well!
Hi George, lovely video as always. I nearly bought a Swardman, but now decided to get an Allett, the Stirling one. Hope you're safe!
Congrats on the new machine!
Likewise my friend!
Awesome input! Been indecisive about which reel mower to get.
Glad I could help!
Love this videos man! Keep them coming.
Will do bro!
This is my new favorite channel!
Your my new favorite subscriber:)
Great review George !!
Thanks Scott!
I have to take that for a spin! Great video, my friend!
Any time bro your always welcome!
Can’t go wrong with the Allett ! Welcome to your new home 😎👍🏽
Hey!!!! I joined the club:)
Nicely edited video George!
Thanks Matt 🙏
Definitely something I'd consider in the future, but for now I'm an old school rotary guy. Looking forward to seeing those stripes on the new KBG!💥
Won’t lie, been watching a lot of my fellow travelers jump on the reel bandwagon over the last few years.
I’ve used a Fiskars for almost a decade now, but having a ornery disposition I refuse to go along with powered reel mowers.
You may just have convinced me.
Great vid! Keep up the good work.
Thanks dude, nothing wrong with the manual reel but it’s a whole nother ball game once you get a powered one.
I’ll be doing a long term review of this unit at the end of the season so stayed turned if your in the market
What a great reel mower. I'm looking forward to your feedback and thoughts on it.
Likewise, excited to see the long term results!
Hows the cal trimmer holdin up?
Nicely done
Thanks 🙏
Great video George. Well made decision. For your size property like mine and some of the other guys who suggested this its a winner. Lawn is looking great :)
Thanks its gettin there! finally starting to fill in, not quite striperman level yet:))))
@@PrincessCutLawnCare In due time my friend :)
Great Video George! ♨
Thanks Dan! Much appreciated!
Great video man, looking forward to the swardman vs allett comparison video!
Thanks dude! we will be filming it this weekend, stay tuned!
You are going to love the Allett, especially with your lawn size. The one thing that stuck with me was Ron Henry saying make sure you have a place near by to service whatever mower you go with. You’ll also like the comb on the Allett. It’s almost like a groomer on the GM.
Thanks papa!
Exactly why I choose the cartridge! Which model did you end up going with?
@@PrincessCutLawnCare I went with the Swardman because nobody around here would do maintenance on either. I can mail the reel to Reel Rollers to be sharpened. I’m in Ga at least once a month near Reel Rollers so I can take it to them if needed.
great video, very informative.
Thanks Chris!
Great video sir! Got a Swardman this year but the Allet was also on my list of choices.
Thanks and congrats on the new mower!
how you likin it so far?
@@PrincessCutLawnCare love it! Next purchase is prolly another 6 blade cartridge and the lawn brush. Reel mowing really takes the yard to another level.
Thanks for your insight man
no problem dude, ill be doing a long term review towards the end of the season as well
I agree, I have seen a few TH-camrs use a reel mower and it really looks nice like a golf course. My only three issues is 1, I have a small lawn. 2, the price. 3, I have turf type tall fescue and I have learned by watching your channel and LCN that I need to cut turf type tall fescue between 3.5 to 4.5 inches
i use to have a mix of fescue, kbg and ryegrass last year up front and i ended up killing the whole thing and reseeding it with kbg lol
its one of those things man, once you master your tall grass... you start wanting to explore more challenging situations and mowing low is not easy but it is very rewarding!
My first reel was a 20” used Craftsman purchased used in 2000. Traded up to a used 25” McLane five years ago. I’m able to easily back lap it myself. Last season I splurged on the Kensington 20H because of the additional cartridges and there utility. Still used the McLane when I’m short on time. Save my commercial Honda rotary for use in early spring when scalping. Each serves a specific purpose but the Allett has become my favorite.
Sweet! nothin beats the maneuverability of the mclane, love how easy it is to move around! i can literally push it with 1 finger! so smooth.
Sounds like you've had your fair share of reel mowers as well! thanks for sharing😀
I got to use Ginja's Allet when I was in Utah last year. They're definitely a nice mower. 👍🏻
Yes they are!
Been having alot of fun with it!
Nice job editing this vid
Thanks Dan!
good editing buddy
thanks had fun with the edit!
Anotha one! Your video production is on point lately my guy. Excited to see the Allett vs Swardman video.
Thanks man been trying to up my production value for the last 6 months.
It’s seriously an art man, I don’t know how you guys do it full time!
Congratulations George, the Allett is an amazing piece of kit. I bought the Liberty 43 last year at $3200 Cdn. Pricy, but worth it :)
Thanks!
Glad to hear your enjoying your machine!
I was close to getting the liberty 43 myself
Love the safety sandals.
Reminds me of Colin Furze safety tie, haha
Makes my feet indestructible for 24 hours 😂
Nice! We want more videos like this. I want to buy a powered reel mower soon and I am not sure between allet and swardman.
will do!
Cant give you def answer to which one is better but stay tuned for our swardman vs allet in depth comparison, its gonna be a hot video for sure.
Ill also be doing a long term review towards the end of the season as well!
Just so you know, Russos will sharpen and service McLane units. I can confirm Schiller Park and Naperville location will do it.
Congrats on the new mower George! Looks great! BTW, your editing is excellent :) What are you using for your motion graphics and text overlay?
Thanks Tim much appreciated:)
I edit in final cut and use a combo of custom after effects and motionvfx/factoryfx plugins
@@PrincessCutLawnCare Very cool - thanks! Keep up the great work and I know your channel will keep exploding!
Thanks for the vote of confidence!
Nice video
Thanks ninja shazil!
you can also sharpen up your own blades if you get stuck and can't get the professionally done "back Lapping" need a 24mm socket a drill and some gridding paste and brush and water, there some YT tutorials on it on a Allett too
Wanted a gas powered reel mower for my backyard putting green until I priced them. Got a cheap manual and it did a surprisingly great job. Definitely wouldn’t want to do the whole yard with it though!
Keep an eye on Facebook marketplace- I got my mclane for 200 and my greensmaster for 300.
Took me a few months for them to pop up but they eventually did, keep an eye out
You have been knocking out some fab content this year, nice to see your channel grow :) I'm on the other side of the pond in Northern Ireland.
I really like the allet, but think you have downgraded from the toro. Not knocking you, I know you have your reasons... There is no way the quality of the cut will be the same.
Though the allet shines with the cartridges system. Once you do a comparison video of the swordman and the allet, that would make a great video as there is a lot of people who would be interested in that. I could see me giving that a share on my channel. Anyway all the best and good luck with your new mower, shiny new tools are always great :)
Thanks my friend! congrats on your success as well! 😊
And you're absolutely right! nothing compares to the cut of the greens mowers, i see you have a JDGreens Mower as well! Awesome!
I can already tell the cut is nowhere near as tight as the GM but it is def much easier to handle on my little lawn which is motivating me to more more often than usual:)
Also we are in the works of the allet vs swardman video now so be on the lookout, can't wait to see how they perform head to head.
Thanks for stopping by bud, it means alot! talk to you soon
@@PrincessCutLawnCare this is my first season with the JD, I did look at the allet and had considered buying the same one!
Very interested to see how you like this mower long term!
Likewise! well see how it holds up after time, i have a feeling the engine will outlive the machine lol
Sandals and a reel mower...one day I dream of being this alpha.
lol i don't recommend!
You should watch Ryan Knorr on reel mowers, his lawn is amazing
Another cartridge system is the Cub Cadet Infinicut, but I've never seen one on a channel and probably for good reasons!💰!
never seen them, thanks for sharing!
Dang 🔥🔥 the 1:54 scene is freaking killer bro. Freaking awesome!
Thanks bro 😎
Good stuff bro! I'd love to get the electric Allet
Thanks dude! Was really considering it, just wish they used a more reputable battery like ego or Milwaukee.. maybe in the future!
Me too koven, it’s about 800 quid in the uk so still not cheap, like anything in this world you often get what you’re prepared to pay for ✌️
I’m hoping Ego will make a battery reel 20-24 inch range!
either that or an allet with an ego battery!
Agreed. Many of these electric reel mowers do not seem to have good batteries like Ego, which has me hesitant on getting one. I hate gas tools :) But then there's also the ego 0 turn mower... decisions decisions
Man, Allett listened to all your complaints with the Stirling!
Great video! So when are you gonna order that 10 blade reel ? Lol , I’ve also looked at the allett mowers and I was intrigued but it’s just not in the budget right now.
thanks dude! its comin soon!
Nice vid. I want to get a liberty in the future.
Thanks!
Cubs fan, lets goo!!!
Chyea!
Wish I could get a mower like this but my lawn has a front hill🥵
It would be great if Allett offered a grooved roller for these mowers. I noticed a big difference in cut quality since switching over from smooth to grooved, what is your HOC with the Allett?
Totally agree, gonna have to get used to it but the rake makes up for it a bit, my HOC is 3/4in which is exciting to me! i never reel mowed that high before as my GM only went up to 1/2in
Hi George, this is great timing for me as I'm researching prosumer vs greens mower. Was your Toro an 18"? Did that have the split drum also? Right now I'm using a SunJoe electric which I modded with a front roller to eliminate scalping. I do like that it's super light and maneuverable
Hi jason, the gm was 21 inchs, it did have a split drum BUT it was tight and not nearly as maneuverable then this one. Granted it was an 89 so i cant speak for the newer ones..
If your looking for a maneuverable machine then i would def stay away from a greens mower, its like riding a bull when mowing your lawn lol
The absolute most agile gas reel mowers would be the mclane and cal trimmers if you can find ppl the sharpen them.
After that, next would be the allet
For small yards a California Trimmer is a good option, they’re quite common in the pacific nw where I’m from. Very light and easy to use and a lot of them have Honda engines.
Nice, didn’t know you guys were reel mowers over there!
I know they have a similar build as the mclane and it is very easy to manuever.
Do you have a cal trimmer?
Yes I presently have one although my lawn is not in a condition to use it yet. I kind of fix up older machines as a hobby so I’ve had quite a few cal trimmers over the years but I recently moved and my yard is still in pretty bad and bumpy shape. Reel mowing isn’t too popular in these parts nowadays, mostly just in high end wealthy neighborhoods but back in the 80s and 90s it was a lot more common for the average homeowner. That’s probably why they can be found pretty cheap on Craigslist or other ads.
Funny you mentioned that, I bought my mclane used from an older lady in one of the fanciest areas of Chicago, actually in highland park where MJs house is.
She told me the same thing… it was big back in the day.
That’s cool you work on small engines, I always have fun tinkering with my equipment, big reason a stayed gas and didn’t get the electric version!
Is the Swardman vs Allett video up yet? Cant wait to see it.
Edit: NVM found it 👍
If you're a little bit handy, backlapping the Mclane reel mower is easy and you can do it yourself. Much easier than the TrueCut.
I have backlapped it many times but its at the point now it needs a good grind
Tru cut is easy using the Tru cut set up and tools. I just did it today for the first time with the Tru cut set up and wrenches and it was much easier the that drill on sprocket technique
Lol that duck tape method is so janky
Time taken to insure a consistently sharp blade will significantly reduce the negatives of a rotating mower.
Um, I’m gonna stalk you George, I wanna test drive that bad boy!
We can make that happen!
Wow!
REEL men mow in Birkenstock’s
Nothing else compares
If it’s good enough for Wimbledon, it’s good enough for George 👌
i guess ill settle for it :)
Love it, I’m considering their cordless of a similar design. Pete from GCI swears by his rotary allett, that’s a real unit.
Guilty!! I’m now a reel mower.
Can’t hide that I have been thinking and considering reel mowing the front, I got one of the manual reel which was given to me from a friend but I will need to sharpen the blades before even considering to use it. I have seen online a compound cream for sharpen the blades, have you had any experience with that? Your new reel is looking amazing and the Honda engine is a plus!
oh oh are you gonna get one too?!
@@PrincessCutLawnCare definitely not going to get what you have, first I want to see if makes any sense here as I am sure I will need to mow more often and not sure with the rain how it goes. I want to try with a manual one first
I wish you would have put the NEW pri¢e$ for each of the REEL Mowers you showed. I other than that, great video!
Thanks! here ya go..
Greensmaster = 10,000 new, got a 89 model for 300 used
Mclane =1200 new, got it used for 200
George try the California trimmer.
its on the list! heard great things
nice
Those Allet mowers are really catching my eye. From some reason though I just feel like they are too small and flimsy... I have not seen an Allet or swardman in real life though. I would much rather get a Swardman however, i'm starting to think the allet is a great option as well.
💪🏻
Nice to safety shoes
Thanks!
You bought it because you're gangsta
G’d up from the feet up
Hi George, Any plans for a followup review on how the Allett is holding up?
Yes sir, was planning on a one year update which will be around may 2022, but so far so good
Your princess would rather have a $2,500 purse
lol yea right, this is a gift to my self! she already has a ton of purses!
Oooh, George and Ryan Knorr collab?
laura! nice to see you:)
not quite but just a nice of a lawn as him, stay tuned
Did you get it from horizon distributer or from Allett usa ?
also what models and sizes did were in stock that you had to choose from. I got the Allett liberty. You got a good channel,
My man.
Thanks Walt! i got it directly from allet, i know horizon had some on discount but not the one i was looking for.
not sure what was in stock specifically but was pretty deadset on the 17h based on a rec from a good friend who owns one. How you likin the liberty?
@@PrincessCutLawnCare had it since last August, just order some lapping compound , gonna see how that goes, like it alot.
Good video. I was interested in the Allett but they seem to be extremely backlogged right now. I ended up ordering a 25” McLane Greenskeeper instead. I have a local shop that sharpens them.
Nice, mclane is cool! I really like it!
Just wish we had service centers around here:(
Did you receive it yet?
Who cuts their grass in sandals? Oh, you do. lol Chicago grass doesn't stain skin I guess.
Confidence is a stain you can’t wipe off
The bumps in my lawn would DESTROY a reel mower