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product_id: 452993512
title: "American Lawn Mower SK-1 Reel Mower Sharpening Kit"
brand: "american lawn mower company"
price: "$159"
currency: NZD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 5
category: "American Lawn Mower Company"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/452993512-american-lawn-mower-sk-1-reel-mower-sharpening-kit
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# American Lawn Mower SK-1 Reel Mower Sharpening Kit

**Brand:** american lawn mower company
**Price:** $159
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

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- **What is this?** American Lawn Mower SK-1 Reel Mower Sharpening Kit by american lawn mower company
- **How much does it cost?** $159 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Description

American Lawn Mower SK-1 Reel Mower Sharpening Kit : desertcart.in: Garden & Outdoors

Review: I believe that this kit will work really well for those with newer movers that have not seen too much use. I decided to give it a try on my old mower, that is at least 50 years old and has never been sharpened. The blades were a wreck. And of course I had no illusion about hand cranking it to get a good result. So I didn't. I attached the appropriate sized six point socket to a powerful corded drill and away I went. It took a good half hour of reapplying grit and readjusting the mower blade cutting bar. In the end, though, it produced a good result--not factory perfect, but so that it cuts now far better than before.
Review: Nice product

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00004R9UM |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Brand | American Lawn Mower Company |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Cutting Width | 16 Inches |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00052909000018 |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 26.9 x 14 x 4.6 Centimeters |
| Item Weight | 227 g |
| Item model number | SK-1 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Product Dimensions | 26.92 x 13.97 x 4.57 cm; 226.8 g |
| Style | Push |
| UPC | 052909000025 052909000018 |

## Product Details

- **Assembly Required:** No
- **Brand:** American Lawn Mower Company
- **Cutting Width:** 16 Inches
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00052909000018
- **Item Weight:** 227 g
- **Operation Mode:** Manual
- **Style:** Push
- **UPC:** 052909000025 052909000018

## Images

![American Lawn Mower SK-1 Reel Mower Sharpening Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41mK2TF1+WL.jpg)
![American Lawn Mower SK-1 Reel Mower Sharpening Kit - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613k1B4LdNL.jpg)

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by N***B on 21 June 2025*

I believe that this kit will work really well for those with newer movers that have not seen too much use. I decided to give it a try on my old mower, that is at least 50 years old and has never been sharpened. The blades were a wreck. And of course I had no illusion about hand cranking it to get a good result. So I didn't. I attached the appropriate sized six point socket to a powerful corded drill and away I went. It took a good half hour of reapplying grit and readjusting the mower blade cutting bar. In the end, though, it produced a good result--not factory perfect, but so that it cuts now far better than before.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***H on 21 May 2022*

Nice product

### ⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***4 on 30 December 2013*

The lapping compound was great, but the crank didn't fit my Husqvarna mower. We reversed the wheels, using a technique found on You Tube, so that the cylinder ran backwards with the lapping compound on the blades. A bit fiddly, but worked like a charm!

## 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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*Last updated: 2026-02-27*