The position of the grips are adjustable so that the scythe can be set up to suit the mowers height and mowing style

The blade is attached with a metal scythe ring. The lay of the blade can be adjusted with a wedge.

A wide variety of scythe blades are available, for mowing everything lawns to brambles

A sharpening stone is used frequently whilst mowing, to keep the blade sharp and mowing easy.

The blade must be peened regularly (edge drawn out with a hammer and anvil) to keep it mowing well