[SwardmanGuy]

Hi everybody, who really care about your turf and admire reel mowers. Everybody knows here Tru-Cut, McLane, Cal-Trim, or brands like Toro, J.Deer,... If you are trying to choose one, check one more brand ... Swardman. Reel mowers for residents. All steel, replacable cartridges, great design, rollers, etc. If anybody would have a questions. Let me know. I use it. So I can tell or show pretty much of it.

 

[g-man]

In the interest of disclosure, are you a representative of swardman?

 

[95mmrenegade]

Probably a sales rep, another imported mower. Has some good design ideas but it probably 10-15k

 

[SwardmanGuy]

Hi, yes Im a representative of Swardman. Im in contact with one of your members. And he told me about this forum and that people here care about reel mowers. And how difficult it was to find our brand. That nobody knows this brand here. Which is quite normal because as I wrote before, this is the first year of Swardman here in US. So far, we are well known in Europe. I just want to show another possibility. Another half-profi machine with replacable cartridge system. If anybody would have any questions, I can answer or make some video.
And in fact, the price is comparable to Tru-Cut or Allet..can be round 2,5k

 

[g-man]

What is the max hoc of the machine? The 2,5k is shipped to the us?

 

[SwardmanGuy]

The max hoc is round 5cm (2inch). Yes the shipment is included. a lot of info is also at swardman.com. But I wanted to show some real things if people would be interested...

 

[ericgautier]

Would love to see video(s) of this!

 

[g-man]

Their website has a lot of videos and information.

https://www.swardman.com/en/

It looks like a California trimmer.

 

[j4c11]

My question is, why should someone looking to buy a reel mower purchase your product instead of something that's made in the US with local parts availability and local customer support at the same price point? I'm not trying to beat you up don't get me wrong, just trying to determine what your value proposition is for the US market.

 

[wardconnor]

My question is, why should someone looking to buy a reel mower purchase your product instead of something that's made in the US with local parts availability and local customer support at the same price point? I'm not trying to beat you up don't get me wrong, just trying to determine what your value proposition is for the US market.

Exactly what I was thinking. The money also stays somewhat local.

 

[Ware]

There have been a couple post reports on this topic, but I don't necessarily have a problem with SwardmanGuy introducing/discussing their mowers here. Reel mowers are relevant to our interests, and I think everyone understands he represents the manufacturer.

 

[Ware]

Making this the official Swardman Reel Mower Questions thread - similar to the threads we have for other manufacturers.

 

[SwardmanGuy]

My question is, why should someone looking to buy a reel mower purchase your product instead of something that's made in the US with local parts availability and local customer support at the same price point? I'm not trying to beat you up don't get me wrong, just trying to determine what your value proposition is for the US market.

Exactly what I was thinking. The money also stays somewhat local.

Well first of all - I think there is no comparable US reel mower at US market. If I consider Tru-Cut, McLane, Cal-Trim...none of them has the same features. I can start with cartridge system - verticutter, scarifier, (5,6,10-blades cylinderl). One machine, but complete turf care. Another advantage is sharpenning of the reel. You dont have to take the whole machine. Just remove the cassette (2minutes) and send it for sharpenning. Much more easier. Some people mention problems with plastic parts at some reel mowers. This machine has fully metal construction without plastic functional parts. Another advantage, this mower doesnt have wheels - means no wheel traces but instead of it you can have striped lawn. We use front cylinder and rear cylinder with differential. Another thing - its very neat and clean machine. No chains. Only belts....

 

[SwardmanGuy]

As far as availability is concerned, we already have some mowers in Orlando, Atlanta and Long Island. And in Atlanta will be dealer with mowers and all the parts. So full support will be provided.

 

[Redtenchu]

I would say the drum roller drive system is a big advantage for a residential mower. In my experience, going from a TC to a Greens mower, I noticed a huge difference with the drum roller on my uneven lawn.

I like the cartridge system idea. How many hours of mow time can one expect from a 10 blade cartridge? I'm curious if it's possible to backlap the cartridge at home to get a little more use out of it before needing a full on sharpening? And what is the turn around time for a full sharpening service? I'd hate to be waiting 2-3 weeks in the mowing season for my cartridge to be mailed back after it's been sharpened.

 

[Ware]

I'm also curious about the backlapping procedure.

 

[Colonel K0rn]

Thanks for bringing this mower to the forum. We shouldn't be myopic and think that only the members live in NA. There's been some pretty epic-looking lawns that are in the EU, and AUS.

FWIW, it reminds me of the Ford Taurus that was debuted in RoboCop. Very futuristic-looking. When I watched that movie with my son a few months back, they looked pretty cheesy. That being said, your product offers some nice advantages for the homeowner looking to get a good cut, at a reasonable price.

 

[j4c11]

We shouldn't be myopic and think that only the members live in NA.

Well, before the thread was called "Swardman Reel Mower Questions" it was called "New brand of reel mowers at US market". But I will freely admit I am a little nearsighted :lol:

 

[Redtenchu]

Wait, in this video you have a beer holder installed? I like your mower design even more!!!

https://youtu.be/3Q4fTFi8Sdg

 

[Colonel K0rn]

We shouldn't be myopic and think that only the members live in NA.

Well, before the thread was called "Swardman Reel Mower Questions" it was called "New brand of reel mowers at US market". But I will freely admit I am a little nearsighted :lol:

Fair enough! I didn't see the title prior to it being changed