Once, lawns were cut with scythes and the results weren’t bad; Versailles for instance was cut that way. While reading these pages, please bear in mind that we have been promoting the use of the scythe since the early 1990s, and that long before we began anything like a “scythe business” we tried to assist (with technical advice and information) every company selling the European scythe in North America, plus all importers of the American-type scythe. Of the two, I think a strimmer is the best choice. It is not necessary for the grass to be wet but it does improve the cutting. I'm looking into buying a scythe to use initially for mowing blackberries (small new growth only - going to use a gas flail mower for the first cut and then the scythe for regrowth) but also for tall pasture grass cutting. While progress has brought a shorter sward, grass cutting has not become more enjoyable. The reason for hacking is usually that the scythe is not sharp, or because the hafting angle needs to be readjusted. Also, although it is a manual method for cutting grass it can be a lot safer than conventional options and it’s probably a lot easier than manually moving your trampoline by hand. With the right training in scythe use and sharpening a good scythe is a surprisingly economical and efficient tool for mowing small to modest areas of grassland. It’s a chore like vacuuming, and strictly speaking, ear plugs should be worn. In all other ways, in my opinion, it is a better tool because, it is light, it handles gracefully & comfortably even on steep ground, it is far less dangerous, it is quiet & makes no fumes, it is much more adaptable. When cutting your lawn you will want a strimmer with a plastic wire attachment rather than a steel blade. They are light and easy to operate, ideal for cutting long grass, wild flower meadows, hay and overgrown areas, up to one or two acres. I found a company that sells custom scythe that seems good to me but I'm not sure since I have never purchased or used a scythe before. Make Offer - VINTAGE HAND SCYTHE SICKLE FARM TOOL Grass Cutting Hay Trim Your Garden or Yard Using Scythes and Sickles A scythe tool or hand sickle can be useful items for pruning, trimming, or otherwise keeping your lawn, garden, or field in the shape that you want it. Mowing down weeds with a scythe, or brush-cutting, is what the pictures of me in this article depict. When you're not making hay or manicuring your lawn, you can use a scythe in a lot less stringent fashion. You stop from time to time, take the stone from the holder on your belt, whet the blade a few strokes to resharpen it. If you are looking for a tool that not only cuts the tall grass but can also help cutting branches, weeds, even edging lawns or sod, then this product is for you for sure.Nisaku NJP130 Grass Sickle comes with three options, including 7″ blade with a standard handle, 7.5″ blade with a long handle, and 7.5″ with blade standard handle. If the grass is damp or long slow down your speed (not the blade speed) If you are ‘scalping’ the lawn in some places (high spots) raise the mowing height. Scythes and Lawns.
Mowing grass with the European scythe is a meditative experience. The reason for hacking is usually that the scythe is not sharp or the angle of the blade with the snath needs to be readjusted.