Rotary Lawn Mower and Tool Sharpener

After months or years of use, every blade wears down and loses its sharp edge. This Rotary Mower & Tool Sharpener is a quick and easy way to restore that sharpness and put a clean edge back on the blade. The Mower Sharpener smooths out bumps and burls in the metal with just a few seconds of use.

The sharpener attaches to the end of a rotary drill and works just like an electric sanding attachment. It works with corded drills or cordless drills, and doesn't require much torque. For the best results, remove your mower blade and brace it on a firm surface like a workbench or sidewalk. If your mower has an arrestor (a gear that makes the blade immobile) then you can lay the mower on its side and use this tool. It works on reel mowers, gas mowers, electric mowers, and even hand tools such as spades, axes, and hoes.

Sharp blades deliver clean cuts, while worn out blades can shred and tear plants instead of cutting them. Clean cuts not only look better, but they also improve the health of your yard. Ragged edges heal poorly and can cause crooked, unhealthy regrowth. Sharp blades are also easier to use, because they cut faster and deliver less vibration to the handle. If your mower is hurting your elbows or making unpleasant sounds while mowing, it may be time to sharpen the blade.

This tool is reversible, and it can be used 10 or more times (depending on the type of metal that your blade is made out of). Most mowers only need to be sharpened once in the spring, so this sharpener will last for about a decade of normal use.

Safety instructions Before sharpening any mower, please read the instructions in the owner's manual. It is best to remove the blades before sharpening, but some mowers can be laid on their side. For safety's sake, please drain any gas and remove any batteries before sharpening blades. You should also use the arrestor gear and wedge the blades in place with a wooden block to prevent rotation.