Reel Mowers vs. Rotary Mowers

Clean Cut (Common Bermuda)

Because of the design of reel mowers, the reel and bed knife create a scissor cut that is much different than the machete cut that is done by rotary mowers. This helps to keep the grass healthy and does not fray the top edge of the grass like rotary mowers - which can open the blade of grass to disease.

Precision Cut (Palisades Zoysia)

With 8 different height of cut positions located at the base of the mower, the height adjuster allows you to select a cutting range from 3/8" to 1-7/8". Consistent precision cutting is a big part of proper lawn maintenance.

Follows Contours of Lawn

With a 9" drive drum on the rear of the mower helping to propel it across the lawn, there is also a front roller available for the California Trimmer that helps the mower to follow the contours of the lawn. This helps to reduce or eliminate scalp marks that are commonly found with rotary mowers in low cut areas.

Why California Trimmer?

California Trimmer incorporates the same materials and design into today’s rugged units as those that were first introduced in 1935. Every California Trimmer mower is constructed with a solid welded steel frame, ensuring superior strength. Our reel and cutter bar are both handcrafted of heat-treated high carbon steel, allowing for sharper blades and a longer-lasting cut. Precision-ground at the factory, California Trimmer reels are offered in 5, 7 or 10 blade configurations, enabling you to choose the reel and cutter bar combinations that are best suited for your type of grass. This superior craftsmanship will ensure that your California Trimmer will still be manicuring beautiful lawns long after your old rotary mower has been retired.