How do I sharpen my reel lawnmower blade?
Topic :Reel Blade Sharpening
Do you know how to sharpen lawnmower reel blades?
The best way to sharpen reel blades that you can do yourself with good results is to buy reel sharpening paste. It comes with a hand crank to turn the wheel. You simply spread the paste on the blades and cutter base and crank for a while. The paste is an abrasive which grinds the blade to the perfect angle because it never leaves the mower. The paste comes in a tub and can be a bit hard to find. I have gotten it at Servi-Star hardware a few years back, though I can’t remember the brand name. They give you plenty to keep it sharp for years to come.
I would suggest NOT using a file to sharpen the blade. It’s impossible to keep the angle correct the entire length of the blade, and therefore does more harm than good.
