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title: "American Lawn Mower Company SK-1 Reel Lawn Mower, Compound Sharpening Kit"
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# Cuts mowing time significantly Precision compound sharpening kit DIY home sharpening convenience American Lawn Mower Company SK-1 Reel Lawn Mower, Compound Sharpening Kit

**Brand:** american lawn mower company
**Price:** $268.95
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Sharpen smarter, mow faster — your lawn’s secret weapon!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** American Lawn Mower Company SK-1 Reel Lawn Mower, Compound Sharpening Kit by american lawn mower company
- **How much does it cost?** $268.95 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- american lawn mower company enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted american lawn mower company brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Complete DIY Kit:** Includes back-lapping crank, compound, and brush—everything you need to sharpen blades at home without professional help.
- • **Durable & Long-Lasting:** Built to withstand repeated use, this kit ensures your mower blades stay in peak condition season after season.
- • **Time-Saving Efficiency:** Keep blades razor-sharp to reduce mowing time and achieve a flawless, professional lawn cut every time.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Designed for Great States, American Lawn Mower, Scotts, and Earthwise manual reel mowers (models 1705-16 & 1815-18).
- • **Precision Sharpening Compound:** Restore reel mower blades to factory-sharp condition with the included grinding compound and application brush.

## Overview

The American Lawn Mower Company SK-1 Compound Sharpening Kit is a comprehensive DIY toolset designed to maintain and restore the cutting edge of manual reel mower blades. Compatible with leading brands like Great States, Scotts, and Earthwise, this kit includes a grinding compound, application brush, and back-lapping crank to keep blades sharp, reduce mowing time, and deliver a pristine lawn finish—all from the comfort of your home.

## Description

Product Description The American Lawn Mower Company reel mower sharpening kit is an easy way to keep reel blades in top cutting form. This do-it-yourself kit allows users to sharpen their own mowers at home. The kit contains everything you need for safe and effective sharpening, including a detailed instruction manual, grinding compound, application brush, and a special back-lapping crank. The kits is designed for use with Great States, American Lawn Mower and Scott's Reel Mowers. Cutting down on mowing time, this sharpening kits gives you a perfectly cut lawn. desertcart.com The American Lawn Mower Company reel mower sharpening kit is an easy way to keep reel blades in top cutting form. This do-it-yourself kit allows users to sharpen their own mowers at home. The kit contains everything you need for safe and effective sharpening, including a detailed instruction manual, grinding compound, application brush, and a special back-lapping crank. The kits is designed for use with Great States, American Lawn Mower and Scott's Reel Mowers. Cutting down on mowing time, this sharpening kits gives you a perfectly cut lawn.

Review: A Must-Have Tool for Lawn Care Enthusiasts - If you’re looking to keep your reel mower in top condition, the American Lawn Mower Co. SK-2 Reel Lawn Mower Hand Sharpener is an excellent investment. It’s designed for use with Great States, American Lawn Mower, Scotts, and Earthwise reel mowers, and it really helps maintain the mower’s cutting efficiency. After using this sharpener, I noticed a significant improvement in the mower’s performance and the quality of my lawn cut. Pros: • Easy to use: The sharpener is straightforward to operate, even for those who are new to lawn mower maintenance. • Improves mower performance: It quickly restores the cutting edge of the mower blades, making the mowing process smoother and more efficient. • Affordable maintenance solution: Instead of taking the mower to a professional sharpening service, this tool provides a cost-effective way to maintain your mower at home. • Durable build: The sharpener is well-constructed and designed to withstand frequent use, making it a long-term addition to your toolset. Cons: • Requires manual effort: The sharpening process takes some elbow grease, so it might not be ideal for those who prefer more automated tools. • Works best with certain models: While it’s compatible with a wide range of reel mowers, it’s important to ensure your mower is one of the supported models before purchasing. Overall, the American Lawn Mower Co. SK-2 Reel Lawn Mower Hand Sharpener is a fantastic tool for keeping your reel mower in great shape. It’s easy to use, affordable, and effective, making it an essential tool for lawn care enthusiasts who prefer maintaining their equipment at home.
Review: Expertly Sharpens Blades...A Couple Of Tips - I bought an old time hand push mower about 3 years ago. Though I have definitely found it to be inferior to a power mower in its ability to pass over many a tall blade of grass or weed, its superiority in its ease of use and dependability has sold me on them for life. I would never use a power mower again. (Not with my size lawn anyway). The rotary blades on the hand mower do not sharpen, nor do they cut the same way as the single blade design of a power mower. While power mowers can be easily sharpened at an angle with just a file if necessary, the rotary blades of the hand mower are sharpened flat across the face of the blade. Something very difficult to do by hand even if you had the mower completely disassembled. This very simple three piece system consists of a brush, a crank handle, and a small container of grinding compound. The instructions that come with the kit are pretty simple without a lot of detail, but describe it well enough for you to get the job done. Personally, I found the hardest part of the whole job at the very beginning. Removing the small "C" clamp that holds the wheel on. Though the instructions simply stated that one should pry off the C ring by merely "sticking a regular slotted screw driver into the opening" of it, for me there was nothing at all "merely" about it. No amount of prying, twisting, pushing or swearing allowed me to get a grip on the C clamp with just a screwdriver, or even two of them. All I ended up doing for 15 minutes was chase it around the axle. I finally got it off by concluding that I would sacrifice it by ruining it with needle nose pliers, and then putting on a new one. (As it turned out, I easily reshaped the original clamp and reinstalled it). After removing the clamp the wheel slips right off and you have to remove the gear wheel that assures the forward action of the blades when it motion. It is not attached in any way and just lifts off. But one word of warning here. Neither the directions or any other reviewer at the time of this writing mentions that the gear wheel directs its forward motion by the wheel slipping over a little "key" or steel sliver that slides into a slot on the gear shaft. The key is loose after removal of the gear wheel and can easily fall out and be lost while moving the mower around during the sharpening process. Make sure you either keep an eye on it in the shaft, or remove it to a safe place. The actual sharpening process is quite easy, just time consuming. You spread the compound onto the blades with the little brush supplied and then turn the mower back wards with the crank provided. You will get tired, but you can rest and restart. Give it a good ten minutes. The more you crank the better the sharpening job. Oh and the crank does not slip over the entire shaft, it is snug and has to be wiggled on. You may want to tap it with a light hammer or screwdriver so you don't have to keep stopping and pushing it back on during the spinning process. When you're done, the reassembly is very easy, (don't forget the little key if you removed it), and after cleaning up the excess compound, your mower will cut like its a brand new model. It really did make quite a difference for me and I highly recommend this simple kit that will perform the job easily. Push mower blades stay sharp a lot longer than power blades so a sharpening job every other season, or even every three should be enough. Under that schedule, this kit should last you through many years of your mowers use. Highly recommended....

## Features

- Push blade lawn mower sharpening kit to maintain the cutting power of the blades
- Save time and effort when using your manual reel lawn mower by keeping the blades in their peak cutting condition
- Do-it-yourself sharpening kit that you can use in the comfort of your home
- Compound sharpening kit that contains grinding compound, application brush, and back-lapping crank
- Designed for use with Great States, American Lawn Mower, Earthwise, and Scotts manual push lawn mowers
- Reel mower sharpening kit keeps reel blades in top cutting form
- Cuts down on mowing time
- Do-it-yourself kit allows users to sharpen their own mowers at home
- Includes grinding compound, application brush, and back-lapping crank
- Designed for use with 1705-16 and 1815-18 push mowers

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00004R9UM |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #10,917 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #105 in Lawn Mower Blades |
| Brand | American Lawn Mower Company |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (3,557) |
| Cutting Width | 16 Inches |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00052909000018 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 8 ounces |
| Item model number | SK-1 |
| Manufacturer | American Lawn Mower Company |
| Material | Metal |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | manual |
| Product Dimensions | 10.6"D x 5.5"W x 1.8"H |
| Style | Compound Kit Sharpener |
| UPC | 052909000025 052909000018 |

## Product Details

- **Assembly Required:** No
- **Brand:** American Lawn Mower Company
- **Color:** Silver
- **Cutting Width:** 16 Inches
- **Item Weight:** 0.5 Pounds
- **Material:** Metal
- **Operation Mode:** Manual
- **Power Source:** manual
- **Product Dimensions:** 10.6"D x 5.5"W x 1.8"H
- **Style:** Compound Kit Sharpener

## Images

![American Lawn Mower Company SK-1 Reel Lawn Mower, Compound Sharpening Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613k1B4LdNL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How many ounces of grinding compound are included in the tub and does it say what grit  the compound is?**
A: I don't know the answer to this but I have researched a less expensive alternative. You can buy 1 Pound of the grinding compound on ReelIn.com for $9. Then use your power drill to turn the blades and sharpen (see You Tube videos).

**Q: Can this be used on a Gardenia brand push mower?**
A: well...if 1. it is a reel mower, and 2. you can access the (right) wheel for removal, then as long as there is a 3. blade gear propeller internal gear prong, then YES you can use it.  the silver wheel spinner handle (see images) - which you need to spin the reels backwards (after applying the sharpening cream) while the wheels are elevated off the ground -  fits onto the right wheel blade gear mechanism or propeller gear post.  if all of the reel blade gears are the same, i imagine the internal propeller gear thingy would also hold this handle steady as you spin.  that is the only fitment issue i can think of though.

**Q: What is the amount and grit rating of this lapping compound?**
A: I'd say 70% grit but I can't say it for sure. I know it worked for it's intended purpose and very well. I actually still have the packaging and nowhere on it does it say the mixture ratio between grit and grease. Try emailing the manufacturer maybe.

**Q: Instead of removing a wheel and hand cranking the reel, can the mower just be pushed on a cement surface to rotate and sharpen the reel?**
A: the downside to doing that is you're going to have to have a very long stretch of cement to run along. By taking the wheel off you can crank a lot "further" than walking would do. Also, you can add the compound to the blades more readily since its on its side and opened up.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Must-Have Tool for Lawn Care Enthusiasts
*by Z***R on December 13, 2024*

If you’re looking to keep your reel mower in top condition, the American Lawn Mower Co. SK-2 Reel Lawn Mower Hand Sharpener is an excellent investment. It’s designed for use with Great States, American Lawn Mower, Scotts, and Earthwise reel mowers, and it really helps maintain the mower’s cutting efficiency. After using this sharpener, I noticed a significant improvement in the mower’s performance and the quality of my lawn cut. Pros: • Easy to use: The sharpener is straightforward to operate, even for those who are new to lawn mower maintenance. • Improves mower performance: It quickly restores the cutting edge of the mower blades, making the mowing process smoother and more efficient. • Affordable maintenance solution: Instead of taking the mower to a professional sharpening service, this tool provides a cost-effective way to maintain your mower at home. • Durable build: The sharpener is well-constructed and designed to withstand frequent use, making it a long-term addition to your toolset. Cons: • Requires manual effort: The sharpening process takes some elbow grease, so it might not be ideal for those who prefer more automated tools. • Works best with certain models: While it’s compatible with a wide range of reel mowers, it’s important to ensure your mower is one of the supported models before purchasing. Overall, the American Lawn Mower Co. SK-2 Reel Lawn Mower Hand Sharpener is a fantastic tool for keeping your reel mower in great shape. It’s easy to use, affordable, and effective, making it an essential tool for lawn care enthusiasts who prefer maintaining their equipment at home.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Expertly Sharpens Blades...A Couple Of Tips
*by J***S on May 30, 2010*

I bought an old time hand push mower about 3 years ago. Though I have definitely found it to be inferior to a power mower in its ability to pass over many a tall blade of grass or weed, its superiority in its ease of use and dependability has sold me on them for life. I would never use a power mower again. (Not with my size lawn anyway). The rotary blades on the hand mower do not sharpen, nor do they cut the same way as the single blade design of a power mower. While power mowers can be easily sharpened at an angle with just a file if necessary, the rotary blades of the hand mower are sharpened flat across the face of the blade. Something very difficult to do by hand even if you had the mower completely disassembled. This very simple three piece system consists of a brush, a crank handle, and a small container of grinding compound. The instructions that come with the kit are pretty simple without a lot of detail, but describe it well enough for you to get the job done. Personally, I found the hardest part of the whole job at the very beginning. Removing the small "C" clamp that holds the wheel on. Though the instructions simply stated that one should pry off the C ring by merely "sticking a regular slotted screw driver into the opening" of it, for me there was nothing at all "merely" about it. No amount of prying, twisting, pushing or swearing allowed me to get a grip on the C clamp with just a screwdriver, or even two of them. All I ended up doing for 15 minutes was chase it around the axle. I finally got it off by concluding that I would sacrifice it by ruining it with needle nose pliers, and then putting on a new one. (As it turned out, I easily reshaped the original clamp and reinstalled it). After removing the clamp the wheel slips right off and you have to remove the gear wheel that assures the forward action of the blades when it motion. It is not attached in any way and just lifts off. But one word of warning here. Neither the directions or any other reviewer at the time of this writing mentions that the gear wheel directs its forward motion by the wheel slipping over a little "key" or steel sliver that slides into a slot on the gear shaft. The key is loose after removal of the gear wheel and can easily fall out and be lost while moving the mower around during the sharpening process. Make sure you either keep an eye on it in the shaft, or remove it to a safe place. The actual sharpening process is quite easy, just time consuming. You spread the compound onto the blades with the little brush supplied and then turn the mower back wards with the crank provided. You will get tired, but you can rest and restart. Give it a good ten minutes. The more you crank the better the sharpening job. Oh and the crank does not slip over the entire shaft, it is snug and has to be wiggled on. You may want to tap it with a light hammer or screwdriver so you don't have to keep stopping and pushing it back on during the spinning process. When you're done, the reassembly is very easy, (don't forget the little key if you removed it), and after cleaning up the excess compound, your mower will cut like its a brand new model. It really did make quite a difference for me and I highly recommend this simple kit that will perform the job easily. Push mower blades stay sharp a lot longer than power blades so a sharpening job every other season, or even every three should be enough. Under that schedule, this kit should last you through many years of your mowers use. Highly recommended....

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple and cheap
*by B***N on June 23, 2024*

My earth wise mower needed sharpening. I tried buying everything to do this like valve lapping compound and a giant deep well socket and of course I forgot to get an adapter so I could chuck it to the drill. Even without the adapter and with a cheap socket set I'm in for 2 to 3 times the price of the kit. So I just ordered the kit and it seems to work relatively well. I guess the most annoying part is the cleanup and bed knife adjustment. Neither of those things are going to be better with the other system.

## Frequently Bought Together

- American Lawn Mower Company SK-1 Reel Lawn Mower, Compound Sharpening Kit
- Earthwise 1715-16EW 16-Inch 7-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower, Grey

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