Fiskars StaySharp Max Reel Mower Review
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- čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
- This is a review of the Fiskars StaySharp Max Reel Mower. I am migrating over from an electric push mower to this mower. The storage requirements are less than a rotary mower, and noise is almost a non-issue. What is excellent about this mower is that it requires about the same effort to push a rotary mower.
The cutting action is less damaging to the grass blades.
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Works great! czcams.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.
Awesome. Glad that you enjoyed it.
Thumbs up for the politician analogy!!
Thanks for the review! Looking for green options to lawncare and this reel mower is perfect!
I have had several models of reel mowers. The Fiskars is a keeper. Nearly silent, no oil, gas, fumes or environmental issues. Pushes easily for a reel mower. Made sturdy. Great machine.
I just got one and I love it. I’ve been mowing everyday even though it doesn’t need it! Kids love it too.
How often do you need to get the blades sharpened and who does that service?
This is still my favourite and I have not needed to service it after all these years.
Thank you for posting this. I learned a couple of things about my Fiskar that I didn't know. I have mine set at 4"-the idea being that the taller grass shades many weeds that grow closer to the ground, so they don't get the sun that they need to thrive. . Also, I just learned that the root system of most lawn grasses mirrors the height above ground, so you get a deeper root system. I hope that is helpful, as your video was helpful to me.
Thanks for sharing!
My dad had a hand mower 😀 I like yours now im interested ☺
It is great to use. Thank you for watching.
thanks for making the video. My gas powered just broke after 12-14 yrs of service. I'm thinking go to the manual so I can cut 8am & not be rude to the neighbors. The cheaper versions are often difficult so we tend to buy gas or electric. I may go with this model since its easier to push than other manuals, and no more gas & oil maintenance.
You may like this mower. It is nice to use. The setup to get going is quick. Roll it out of the garage and start mowing right away.
I've really been enjoying my Fiskars this year. I picked it up used for only $50. It's the older style with the black plastic front wheels, but it functions just fine. My mowable yard is just over 5600 sq/ft. and I works perfectly, and the difference in completion time from my gas mower is negligible. I do find the Fiskars much more enjoyable to use, however. There's something to be said about the ability to just grab the mower and go! And I agree, the end result is a healthier lawn.
Thank you for the comments. Very true, this is a pick up and mow mower. Very quick to start using. Great that you got it for $50.
Really interesting, thanks for the upload. I love the direction you're going in with the motivation to grow a healthier lawn. I was wondering, you mentioned about the crabgrass at the end, aside from that, and other grasses that are obviously weeds, would you introduce multiple species of grass into your lawn and grow a kind of 'ecology of grasses'? I wonder if maybe that's the healthiest kind of lawn, almost like a little forest :)
Crabgrass has been an issue because of my contamination from a neighbor. Tenacity is a great product to get rid of crab grass. Plant grass seed in the fall. Grass gets a lot of rain and cool weather to set root.
Cool looking. We just made one as well. Keep up the good work.
Thanks! Will do!
For the impatient among you at 6:45 he finally cuts the grass!
Thanks for the link to the time after my loooooong introduction.
Quick question. Is there a way to disengage the cutting wheel when pushing the mower? There might be times when I need to push the mower from point A to point B without cutting, so being able to engage/disengage the cutting wheel might be handy.
Yes. Lean back on the mower and roll it on two wheels. The blades will spin but not cut. If you roll backwards the blades do not spin.
Came for the review, got killed by the comedy! 🤣 👍
Thanks very much for this ... I am looking for a push mower designed with some intelligence, and this seems to fit the bill. Yay, Fiskar ... I love their tools!
Monelle Richmond
I really do like this mower. It is very easy to use.
What project?
Good review. Fiskars website mentions a “one-touch handle height adjustment”. I’m short so it would be good to know how much lower that handle could come down. Also, how does it handle wet grass? It rains here a lot and cannot always wait for the grass to dry. Thanks.
AC 67
There is plenty of adjustment for the handle for different heights.
I cut my grass often when it is damp or wet. I live in the Pacific Northwest. If the grass sticks up in the air it can be trimmed. If the grass is extremely wet and leaning over you may have to trim it more than one time.
Does it lockup and stop on small twiggs like some of the cheaper/older models?
Not really. I ran over some fir tree branches (small) and it cut them. A large enough twig will stop it. I highly recommend a walkthrough for rocks and branches. Thankfully, if you hit a rock, it will not fling it into someone.
Nice review. I'm seeing mixed reviews on how well it cuts weeds. How is it cutting your weeds? What is your opinion for someone with chronic back pain pushing this mower? Thank you
Catherine Butler
It cut weeds perfectly fine. If they are too tall it will not cut anything. Personally I pull all the weeds. I don’t have a weed issue in my yard.
I’m not sure about back pain. I know that exercise helps.
Mine does not cut weeds very well. This is my third summer owning it. My husband suffers from frequent back pain but hasn’t complained about the mower aggravating anything. We both like that the handle is at a nice height for taller people.
Lola 2
Clarification: It will cut weeds if they are the right height. It is best to pull them before you mow. That is what I do. After I am finished, I pull any weeds that I missed.
Is it only the height of the handle that is adjustable, or can the angle of the entire handle come down to be closer to a 45' angle with the ground? I am near desperate.
Both can be adjusted.
I'm looking into a Reel mower so I can get my Bermuda grass very very low and keep it green, but let me ask you how often do you need to sharpen these blades? What's the cost and who does that service? Thank you
I have never sharpened them. A kit is available in case they do need to be sharpened but it is extremely rare that you will need to sharpen them. Others may have different experiences based on how they maintain the lawnmower. For example trying to cut twigs or leaving the mower in a wet location where rust develops will dull the blades.
Was thinking on buying a gas mower for the spring but this is better
Thank you for watching!
With those front wheels sticking out, how are you able to cut into corners?
Good question. I do not seem to have issues with corners. I do avoid some objects because I might scratch the mower. In those cases, I use a trimmer for small areas that I cannot reach.
It's a little more difficult, I have a town home so tiny lawn. But, a cheep battery weed whipper tidies things up nicely. I haven't used the little brother to this one, but it may be better around fences and small yards.
How heavy is it? I would like to know to import one from the USA into Costa Rica where I live!
I do not have the weight documented, but it is much lighter than a gasoline or electric mower. It is lighter than the plug-in mower that I showed in my channel.
“Give birth to a baby politician.” 😂👍
I picked up one of these off Kijiji for 100 brand new. Guy won it, said it was too much effort. 8 years on, not a single tank of gas or carb cleaning. And I have the nicest lawn on the street. I've mowed at midnight in heat waves and no one hears me.
The only politicians I've found are from the rabbits under my deck. 😂🤣
Thanks for sharing. :)
Grass Box ?
What do you use to pick up all the cut grass? I bought this and thats the dilemma right now..
I leave it there and the blades shrivel up and become mulch.
Do those wheels sticking out in front. Keep you from getting close to things. Like around the house or around trees?
I cannot cut right next to something from the front. Similar to a regular mower. We use a trimmer for the edges.
@@Linus007 Thank you very much.
Great Video. Thank you. One criticism, you refer to these types of mowers as "Rotary" mowers. That's incorrect. These are "Cylinder or Reel" mowers.
Sam Feldman
Thanks. I caught myself with the incorrect term.
Great mower! Looks great and seems easy to use. I hate the noise and maintenance of gas mowers and electric mowers and 4 batteries later don’t work for me either. So here’s my reason for the comment. How’s your mower 2years after first posting this? And excuse me if you have an update video somewhere, I haven’t looked.
Thank you for asking. The mower works well after two years. No rust or issues with age.
This eco-friendly mower is the answer to my prayers. I hate our self-propelled petrol-powered monster. Even though I don't have to push it, it exhausts me far more than the push mowers. I prefer full control, taylored to my own pace.
Thank you for your comments. I am glad that the mower is working for you.
Have you had issues with the handle wanting to rotate up when pushing?
Jesse Park,
I have had no issues with the handle trying to rotate.
@@Linus007 I used this for the first time yesterday and going up a slight hill was a little difficult because I had to push the handle downward. I believe rotation of the handle is designed to pivot for storing.
Can’t figure out why the handle has so much float, is this normal?
Mine had a bit of twisting play in it. Just tightened the bolts on the handle and it was fine.
It should float a bit but not too much. If you have to bend over, it’s too much. Take a look at the manual for best instructions.
I purchased a used Fiskars StaySharp Real Mower, 17". I need to raise the height and have the directions but have not been able to do so. Any suggestions? Does it need lubricating perhaps?
Ouida Tomlinson
Is the mower that you mentioned different than the one in my video?
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I like mine
Me too.
Can we simply leave the grass on the Lawn? That’s great
I'd think so, nutrients go back into the soil when the clippings break down.
I leave the clipping where they land. They dry out and shrivel pretty quickly.
Is it Still working good? It's neat
Tom McLovin
It works well. I use it weekly during the growing season.
@@Linus007 When I can, I will buy one, I have a fiskars hatchet, lost the axe, and the sheath to the hatchet but liked them both, its not high carbon steel but quick to sharpen and wont chip, you did a good job on that video, watch out for the politicians
Had mine for 8 years now. It's had HEAVY use and still smooth.
Lol....baby politicians!! I love my Fiskars mower.
No Grass Catcher needed?
Nope. I never use one.
Mine is pushing super hard, any idea why?
It could be that the gap between the blade and the cutting bar is too narrow. You are supposed to set it with a piece of paper as a gap indicator. Another partial issue may be the lack of lubrication of the chain and other parts after leaving it in a wet location.
Does it come with a bag????
it's an accessory and is like $50
I just picked one up on Facebook Reel mower for $50.00 very happy over the Rotary mower...
Omg, I just read a review from a happy customer warning NEVER, EVER, N E V E R put your fingers on the blades in the front for any reason, even if something gets stuck and he always wore those metal protective gloves (I’m assuming) and it scared me and then to see you touching the blades from the front made my stomach flip flop 😱😄
Good point. Thank you for suggesting this.
Probably not the best for a bumpy yard?
Jerry Lor ,
True. But it is probably the case for any mower of the size.
Accurate comparison to all politicians
Yes.
😂 politician joke was on spot
They all stink.
That’s not crab grass. 9:10. That’s fescue.
Thank you. That type of grass requires eradication through round up.
Yep it doesn’t blend well with other grasses, but it’s resilience dominates. You wouldn’t think it it’s a cool season grass.
It’s a reel mower..Not a rotary mower.
Correct. I slipped on that one.
Give birth to a politician! Blahahahaha
love the politics term
Politicians Lololol
It cuts?! Are you kidding or what? It cuts nothing.
I am not sure what you mean by your comment, but thank you for watching.
@@Linus007 that tool is a waste of time. Doesn't do the job properly.
@@daviddima4540 okay. I guess it does not work for you. It cuts my grass very well.
This mower was not worth the money. It won't cut dandelion stems or other weed stems. I have to reach down and pull them by hand. Ridiculous! A mower needs to MOW.
Melissa Ewell
The mower works with grass and vegetation that is no overly high.
I have always picked the dandelions along with the root so they do not come back.
If you let your weeds or grass get high, no it won’t work well...
That’s part of using a reel mower...