Antique Dille McGuire Reel Mower

Item Details

A Dille-McGuire reel mower from the early 1900s. The Dille-McGuire company produced the very first reel lawn mowers starting in 1874. This model features five 16-inch wide blades. The construction is all cast iron except for the wooden roller and tee-shaped wooden handle. Markings on the wheel read ‘Dille McGuire Mfg Co Richmond IND’ and ‘NOBRAKO Roller Bearing’.

Condition

The handle is broken at the juncture with the frame. Dirt and dark brown patination on all metal surfaces. Faint traces of green and gold paint remain on the wheels.

Dimensions

Item #

15LEX117-113