This mower has done all I ask of it.  It leaves behind a beautifully groomed lawn whilst being quiet and non-polluting.  Having said that there are a couple of things of which potential purchasers should be aware.  There are probably more sturdily built mowers available but the price offsets this.  Also, the American Lawn Mower Company has these machines built in China.  If you have a small lawn and you don't let the grass grow too long this machine should meet your needs and give you some exercise.