Overview
Engineered for eco-friendly trimming, the American Lawn Mower Company 1204-14 delivers a precise 4-blade reel cut—no gas, no noise, no emissions. At only 20 lb (9.1 kg), this push mower is perfect for small to medium yards and requires minimal maintenance.
Key Features
- 4-Blade Reel System: Scissor-action cutting promotes healthier, shinier grass.
- 14″ (35.6 cm) Cutting Width: Covers more ground efficiently with each pass.
- 5-Position Height Adjustment: Customize grass length from 0.5″–1.75″ (1.3–4.4 cm).
- Lightweight Design: Weighs just 20 lb (9.1 kg) for effortless pushing and storage.
- Durable Construction: Alloy steel blades and 8.5″ polymer wheels for long-lasting performance.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | American Lawn Mower Company |
|---|---|
| Cutting Width | 14″ (35.6 cm) |
| Number of Blades | 4 hardened steel |
| Height Adjustment | 5 positions: 0.5″–1.75″ (1.3–4.4 cm) |
| Weight | 20 lb (9.1 kg) |
| Dimensions | 24″ D × 20″ W × 42.5″ H (61.0 × 50.8 × 108.0 cm) |
| Operation Mode | Manual push |
| Material | Alloy steel & polymer wheels |
| UPC | 026479120445 |
What’s in the Box
- 1204-14 push reel mower
- Assembly tool & operator’s manual
Choose precision and sustainability—mow greener with the American Lawn Mower Company 14″ push reel mower.
So I finally decided to see if any old-fashioned mowers still existed, because I would much rather deal with something slower and time-consuming if it meant I wouldn't have to deal with using a normal lawn mower.
Imagine my surprise when I found that there are /new/ manual lawnmowers, and I can just order them from Amazon!
So I decided I had nothing left to lose, and I would give it a try.
Best. Decision. EVER.
NOTE OF ADVICE: If you have difficulty putting it together (specifically, attaching the handle to the blade part), find someone with more upper-body strength to help you. They'll get it done in two seconds. (it took me half an hour of attempting to do so before I gave up and waited for my sister to get home so she could help me)
Also: it only cuts while you're pushing it forward, so all you have to do to move it when you're not cutting is to pull it along behind you.
As for cutting grass? I love it. It works perfectly, aside from a few snags on branches that I didn't notice. If you move it forward and back a few times, you can cut even tall weeds! Much easier than pulling them out by hand in the areas that the normal gas mower can't reach.
It's not silent, but it's also not the deafening roar of a gas mower. If I had to describe the sound, I'd say it's a whooshing sound, and much much quieter than a gas mower. Plus, you don't have to deal with your arms vibrating or constantly having to turn the mower back on!
No more buying gas, no more struggling to pull on the cord hard enough to turn the mower on, and no more complicated wire-pulling to turn it off.
All I have to do is push forward, and the grass gets cut. Stop walking, and it stops cutting. It's easy to maneuver, and it's not so heavy that I can't pick it up and carry it up a flight of stairs to my porch if I need to.
I'm never using a gas mower again.