Circa 1930's, man mowing with a manual reel lawn mower. A reel mower is considered to make a better cut of the grass than a rotary mower.

Lawn mowing circa 1930 - Only Cub Cadets

Vintage lawn mower hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy

Antique mower hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy

Benefits of Push Reel Mowers

My push lawnmower does more than cut grass. It takes me back in time. - The Washington Post

Vintage Lawn Mower Advertising 1920s-1960s - The Vintage Inn

Determining the Value of Old Reel Mowers

Historic mower hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy

245 Vintage Lawn Mower Stock Video Footage - 4K and HD Video Clips