- Push reel mower; 15-inch cut width, height adjustment from .5- to 1.8-inches
- 16.1 pounds, quiet, easy to push; full-control rigid handle
- Flame-hardened maintenance-free blades; non-contact cutting system
- Large top cover protects overhanging flowers and shrubs
- Made in Germany one-year warranty
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Healthy exercise, quiet operation, and a healthier, more attractive lawn, that's what the Luxus 38 Push Reel Mower from Brill has to offer. Perfect for mowing lawns with less than 7,500 square feet, the Luxus 38 weighs just over 16 pounds, making it the lightest, quietest and easiest-to-push hand mower in its class. Ultra-sharp, welded, and flame-hardened blades offer a 15-inch cutting width and won't need sharpening for eight years (on average).
For those who value horticulture above horsepower, the Luxus Push Reel grass cutter is the best choice for a well kept lawn. The vacuum action and dull blades of standard rotary mowers tend to leave behind brown-tops and disturb the natural, interwoven growing pattern that helps grass retain water and crowd out weeds. But the Luxus's non-contact, non-vacuum cutting system produces a beautiful, scissor-cut and rolled look without jeopardizing the roots, so you get ultra-green, super healthy, plush results, every time.
More great features: The cut-height adjusts from .5- to 1.8-inches for a wide variety of mowing applications. An extra rigid handle means optimal power and control. A large metal top-cover protects overhanging flowers and shrubs as the Luxus passes by. Best of all, the ball-bearing-mounted reel spins smoothly with virtually no friction to fight against, so there's even less resistance than gas powered push mowers. The Luxus assembles easily in about five minutes and is backed by a two-year, manufacturer warranty. --Brian Olson
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Brill Luxus 38, Manual Reel Mower.
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96 of 99 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Some things to understand before using a manual push mower,
By 1. all small twigs and sticks have to raked up prior to mowing. even then you will have problems. a stick 1 inch long and a quarter inch in diameter will stop the mower dead if it is caught just right. It happens at least once every time I mow and so far it has been more like five or six times. I failed to understand that the wheels make the reel spin. But when the reel stops suddenly so do the wheels and so do I. I have the blisters to prove it. 2. If your yard is bumpy or has lots of roots all over rethink a reel mower. Luckily only part of my yard is like this. The mower gets caught in ruts easily and if the ground is rough the blades don't spin well and don't cut well. A mostly level ground is best. 3. when you first get the Luxus 38 you'll see there is a depth setting (45mm to 15mm - I think its 15mm, anyway) The first day I set it for 45mm and away I went. While later I wondering where I put the box this thing came in so I could send it back. After I thought about it though I realized why it was so hard to push through my yard. My power mower cut the yard 'high' but the highest setting on the Luxus 38 is much lower than my power mower (which broke by the way). I was cutting through the 'bed' of the grass and not just the new growth since the last mowing. The next mowing (about 4 days later) I set the gauge for 45mm (and it was pretty easy) and then mowed it again at 35mm immediately after the 45mm and then a 3rd time at 30mm (which was hard) immediately after the 35mm. So I mowed the yard 3 times that day but I have moved the 'bed' of the lawn further down and given me more time inbetween mowings. So if you can set your power mower to its lowest cut before using the Luxus 38 and then just continue to use the reel mower to maintain the lawn you'll save yourself a lot of needless work. 4. The Brill Luxus 38 marketing material claim the blades never need to be sharpend. I'm leary of that statement but have nothing to counter it. What I did learn is that the blades cannot be sharpened. The whole reel has to be replaced at an unknown cost. something to think about anyway. 5. I'm concerned about the new growth in spring. Now that I have my lawn 'bed' moved I think I can get away with once a week but in the spring I can see myself mowing 2 or 3 times a week to keep up with the growth. Because the wheels have shallow treads if the lawn is wet the wheel will slide over the grass, the reel stops spinning and no grass gets cut. I might have to get my gas mower fixed just for those situations. 6. Some postive stuff: Once I moved the 'bed' of the lawn down it was very easy to mow the yard and took about the same amount of time of a power mower (except for the raking). I enjoyed it more and so did my dogs. I've had several neighbors inquire about it and one guy I've never seen before. I'm using my upper body and legs more when I mow. The plastic middle of the mower is more then just design. It help soften the impact of a sudden stop. It would be much mmore jarring without it. I feel better not using fuel in such an inefficient manner as a power mower. I gave the Luxus 38 a 4 star because I feel it is a good mower that is well designed. It took about 20 min to set up and use. The depth guages, if not tightened properly, move when mowing and you can find suddenly that mowing is much harder because your mowing too low. The handle is firm and durable but not uncomfortable. There is a 3" thin piece of metal that comes with the Luxus 38. SAVE IT! it is used to realign the blades to the .5mm spacing at some future date. The wheels can slide over grass when damp or there are a lot of cuttings on the ground. Mostly what is missing in the manual is a good explaination about how to switch from a power mower to a reel and be successful at it. Maybe they should talk to Apple!
58 of 59 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
For small to mid sized yards, CONSIDER NOTHING ELSE,
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This review is from: Brill 78370 Luxus 38 15-Inch Push Reel Mower (Lawn & Patio)
This is one of those few purchases that I've actually been thrilled with. Everyone I know who used a reel mower in the past advised me against buying one, and after seeing the options at the local home center, I understood why. The Brill Luxus 38 is nothing like the common offerings. It is remarkably lightweight, solid, and silent. I have used it for an entire season now, and find that I actually look forward to mowing my lawn... really.
True, I do have a small property... maybe a bit less than 1/4 acre, but I'm able to mow it in under 15 mins. And that's strolling at a leisurely pace. You won't have to strain to get over the initial friction of pushing this mower from a stop, as the non-contacting blade arrangement limits both noise and resistance. I've also found that during a busy week, I can even mow the lawn in my work clothes (slacks, shirt, and tie) right before I leave for work in the morning or right after returning in the evening (you might want to change your shoes though). The lack of gas fumes and flying debris means I don't have to worry about ruining my clothes or smelling like exhaust. Since the mower is extremely quiet, I don't worry about disturbing the neighbors in the morning hours. Actually, I've seen the local landscapers waiting for 7 AM (the time the local ordinance permits use of noisy equipment) to start on the neighbors lawn, as I pull out of my driveway for work having just mowed my lawn and hung the brill on the garage wall. Since I want this mower to last me for years to come, I do make sure to wipe the blades down after each mowing... just 5 mins with a clean rag to wipe off any dew or moisture. I also keep mine set at the max cutting height of just about 2". This may be too short for some, but I don't find it to be an issue at all. I considered buying the optional grass catcher, but I'm glad that I didn't. I'd never use it anyway, as the Brill tosses out a shower of individual blades rather than the clumps you can get from a rotary mower. Just a few words about any tradeoffs vs a traditional rotary mower... first, check into the types of grass that this mower can handle. It doesn't have the power to handle really tough grasses, twigs, or other solid debris. While a rotary mower would send debris flying, the Brill will stop in its tracks if so much as a twig gets between the blades. Mind you, this is not a problem, a simple tap with your heel to reverse the blade is all it takes to dislodge most debris most of the time. Also, be sure not to let your lawn grow TOOO long, as I've heard this can bog any reel mower down. I never had a problem (here in NJ) mowing at 1-2 week intervals. So... do yourself and the environment a favor. Buy a Brill.
49 of 50 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great little hand mower!!,
By STEVE "stk25" (Delaware County, PA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Brill 78370 Luxus 38 15-Inch Push Reel Mower (Lawn & Patio)
I have a lawn that is less than a quarter of an acre and decided 18 months ago to purchase the Black and Decker CMM 1000 cordless electric mower. It was costly at the time but I decided to become environmently friendly. It worked well last year but got bogged down when the lawn was wet. But overall it seemed to be a good choice. Now my Black and Decker is in the shop for a product recall. The printed circuit board is prone to catching on fire. Furthermore the battery seems to have failed. It would operate for about 2 minutes, then quit. I spent more time standing in my yard waiting for the fuse to reset before attempting a restart. Enough of Black and Decker. Last month I borrowed my neighbor's 4 stroke gas powered mulcher. That did the job but as I was cutting, I needed to lift up the mower and "shake" the clumped clippings from underneath. My lawn looked out of place. My neighbor's mower also missed the dandelions I have flourishing in my yard, just as my Black & Decker did. Then I purchased the Luxus 38 and am pleased. The dandelions and other tall weeds are still a challenge but the finished result is worth noticing. The Luxus 38 is a far cry from the heavy old Sears one my parents had in the '50's. It doesn't cut as much in one pass as the Black & Decker but the results are visuallly appealing. Additionally, the Luxus 38 has an adjustmemt from approximately 1/2 inch to 2 inches. Some homeowners prefer to have a higher cut lawn. The Scotts' 2000-20 20" push mower should fit the bill for your needs. As for the concerns most people have about its inability to cut around borders, I think this is a trade off for the ease and convenience of what I consider to be a light weight but well engineered push mower. As for my lawn, it is predominately Zoysia grass. The Luxus 38 easily plows through this coarse lawn with very little effort. I have one concern. Before using this or any push mower, take the time to thoroughly rake your lawn before using it. Once the blades are damaged, you will have to deal with your indiscretion. The Luxus 38 is sometimes called the Brill 38. The manufacturer claims that with normal use, you should not have a need to sharpen the blades for around 6 to 8 years. Try finding a push mower with that claim to fame. In short, the Luxus 38/Brill 38 is worth considering. It's light weight, has sealed ball bearings and rarely needs sharpening. I would like to give it 5 stars but I haven't had it too long to give it the 5 star treatment. Time will tell.
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