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California Trimmer (20") 7-Blade Power Reel Mower w/ Honda GX120 Engine
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RL207H-GX120
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California Trimmer (20") 7-Blade Power Reel Mower w/ Honda GX120 Engine
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- Same Technology Used By Golf Courses Worldwide
- Delivers a healthier lawn that looks like a finely manicured golf course
- Makes clean, sharp cuts like a pair of scissors for healthier turf
- 118cc Honda GX120 OHV 4-Cycle Engine
- Automatic mechanical decompression for easier starting
- OHV design for increased efficiency and optimal power transfer
- Heavy-Duty Belt & Chain Drive System
- No pushing - it's a self-propelled reel mower
- Simple hand lever engagement
- Provides variable speed mowing for all conditions
- 9-Inch Deep Tread Drive Roller
- Extra-wide, textured surface provides excellent traction
- Propels the mower while protecting your lawn
- 20-Inch Cutting Width
- 7-blade, heat-treated high carbon steel mower reel
- Adjustable cutting height from 1/4" to 1-7/8"
- Top access for blade and bed-knife adjustment
- Extra Large 2-Bushel Grass Catcher
- Durable high-density polyethylene design
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Soots, tars, and mineral oils (untreated and mildly treated oils and used engine oils) which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
RL207H-GX120
General Information
Product Category
Mower - Walk-Behind
Engine
Engine Brand
Honda GX
Starting System
Recoil Start
Engine Cycle
4-Cycle
CC
118 CCs
Fuel Tank Size
0.55 Gallons
Engine Cylinders
1 Cylinder
Oil Filter
No
Torque
5.4 Lbs
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
3 Years
Overview
Product Category
Mower - Walk-Behind
Weight
147 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Commercial Warranty
1 Year
Power Type
Gas
UPC
850627008039
Deck
Blades
7 Blades
Deck Positions
7 Positions
Cutting Width
20 Inches
Cutting Height
0.25-1.875 Inches
Drive
Speeds
Variable
Maximum Speed
3 MPH
Drive System
Self-Propelled
Reviews
(61)
California Trimmer RL207H-GX120 Reviews & Ratings
Customer Photos and Videos
Customer Rating
4.67
(61 Ratings)
5
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(1)Decent Reel Mower For The Price
By Francisco D.
Texas
Review Posted 10/04/2022
This is my first powered reel mower, I used a McLane and that was my first choice, but it was a no-brainer to buy the Cali Trimmer because of the price and features. I only have 2 issues with the mower.
1. The speed of travel is way too fast for the speed of cut. I get a much better cut when I push it vs. using the power roller. Still trying to figure out a way to slow it down.
2. The catch can is nearly useless. I even bought the Reel Rollers catch can cover, but all the clippings flew over the top of it. I ended up bending the grass shield about 1" down, that deflected most of the clippings into the can. But, I still get a lot of clippings fly out over the left side over the can.
Other than that, the mower is great. It feels solid and the cut is great. It is slightly back heavy and it is obvious when using the power roller, as the front tends to jump with the slightest bumps on the turf. Slowing the speed of travel will allow you to slightly push on the handle keeping the mower planted on the ground.
1. The speed of travel is way too fast for the speed of cut. I get a much better cut when I push it vs. using the power roller. Still trying to figure out a way to slow it down.
2. The catch can is nearly useless. I even bought the Reel Rollers catch can cover, but all the clippings flew over the top of it. I ended up bending the grass shield about 1" down, that deflected most of the clippings into the can. But, I still get a lot of clippings fly out over the left side over the can.
Other than that, the mower is great. It feels solid and the cut is great. It is slightly back heavy and it is obvious when using the power roller, as the front tends to jump with the slightest bumps on the turf. Slowing the speed of travel will allow you to slightly push on the handle keeping the mower planted on the ground.
Francisco D. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
4/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, Id Buy It Again
Needs A Little Work ……
By Al F.
Washington
Review Posted 09/04/2022
I LOVE my new 20” RL207H-GX120 (low cut) California Trimmer.
BUT, Even After paying $1250.00, and just one mowing, I knew I needed to make a few changes:
1. The handle was too low and was not good on the back. I am only 5’10”, and still needed this handle higher. I bought the 4” handle extension for $35.00 to correct this. Must have been made with a standard of a really short person.
2. The back propulsion wheel does not go high enough when disengaged. Seriously, may only go up an inch. I had an adjustable chain propulsion kit sent to me to allow it to go higher, only to find out it didn’t work with the 4” handle extension installed. I had to use a bolt to crimp the chain links, letting it raise higher. Still isn’t enough when you come to a sidewalk and need to raise the front of the mower a bit to clear the concrete edge. The look that this Jerry-Rigged bolt in the chain made my mower appear to be broken, with a quick fix, ugly solution. This rear propulsion wheel needs to be designed to raise much higher, clearing the rear of the mower. Without that, even when I disengage the wheel, it continues to spin with the blades and ends up tearing up my new Turf Bent Grass when I lift the front of the mower even a little bit.
3. The front wheels that came on the mower are not even close to being wide enough. There again, with the weight of the mower, it causes the front wheels to dig into the yard, making tracks. So, I purchased the 2 piece grooved front roller replacement for the front wheels after paying another $200.00 for this improvement. The grooved roller works great and eliminated the trenches that the original separate wheels were doing.
Needless to say, my wife and I were not happy with spending all this extra money after buying the new mower. I feel all the above improvements should be standard, add them to the mower price, and deliver a better product.
I do have to say, now with all this done, aside from the Jerry-Rigged chain bolt adjuster ordeal, I love the cut and look my new California Mower does on my new turf yard.
BUT, Even After paying $1250.00, and just one mowing, I knew I needed to make a few changes:
1. The handle was too low and was not good on the back. I am only 5’10”, and still needed this handle higher. I bought the 4” handle extension for $35.00 to correct this. Must have been made with a standard of a really short person.
2. The back propulsion wheel does not go high enough when disengaged. Seriously, may only go up an inch. I had an adjustable chain propulsion kit sent to me to allow it to go higher, only to find out it didn’t work with the 4” handle extension installed. I had to use a bolt to crimp the chain links, letting it raise higher. Still isn’t enough when you come to a sidewalk and need to raise the front of the mower a bit to clear the concrete edge. The look that this Jerry-Rigged bolt in the chain made my mower appear to be broken, with a quick fix, ugly solution. This rear propulsion wheel needs to be designed to raise much higher, clearing the rear of the mower. Without that, even when I disengage the wheel, it continues to spin with the blades and ends up tearing up my new Turf Bent Grass when I lift the front of the mower even a little bit.
3. The front wheels that came on the mower are not even close to being wide enough. There again, with the weight of the mower, it causes the front wheels to dig into the yard, making tracks. So, I purchased the 2 piece grooved front roller replacement for the front wheels after paying another $200.00 for this improvement. The grooved roller works great and eliminated the trenches that the original separate wheels were doing.
Needless to say, my wife and I were not happy with spending all this extra money after buying the new mower. I feel all the above improvements should be standard, add them to the mower price, and deliver a better product.
I do have to say, now with all this done, aside from the Jerry-Rigged chain bolt adjuster ordeal, I love the cut and look my new California Mower does on my new turf yard.
Al F. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
3/5
5/5
4/5
3/5
Pros:
Easy To Store
Cons:
Heavy, Expensive
Reel mower
By Jonathan B.
South Carolina
Review Posted 08/30/2022
Grass catcher is useless
You definitely need to add the roller and handle extension.
Instructions are not that detailed
You definitely need to add the roller and handle extension.
Instructions are not that detailed
Jonathan B. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
3/5
3/5
3/5
3/5
Pros:
Easy To Store
Cons:
Expensive, Bad Instructions
A Whole Different Animal That A Rotary Mower
By Zachary M.
Alabama
Review Posted 08/23/2022
Seems to be very well built. Certainly took some getting used to, but I’m fairly comfortable with it after about three cuttings. It makes my zoysiagrass look amazing. The catch bin could use some work, which I plan to do, to keep the grass in. I think the trick is to not let your grass get too high between cuttings. It shines on straight-level areas but struggles a little on contours and in tight areas. So far, very pleased though.
Zachary M. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
4/5
4/5
Pros:
Id Buy It Again, High Quality
Love It
By David D.
Florida
Review Posted 08/18/2022
It is absolutely the best mower for my Zoysa grass. My grass loves it and so do I. I’m 71 and when I was a kid I worked at a golf course mowing the tees and greens and this is a mower just like I used to use on the golf course and it brings back a lot of great memories. Well designed, and rugged as can be. Shipping was quick. Great company. Thank you
David D. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, Id Buy It Again, Easy To Store
Cons:
None
Worst Lawnmower I've Ever Owned
By John C.
South Carolina
Review Posted 07/27/2022
Someone recommended I buy this for my lawn so I purchased it. Is back heavy so the blade keeps lifting off the ground and giving a very uneven cut. This lawnmower cannot back up even just a little bit because of the self-propelled part. I’ve never been more dissatisfied with a product in my life. If you have zoysia grass it might be one of the only things you can use but I still would not recommend it under any circumstance.
John C. Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
First and foremost, thank you for your purchase. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your feedback, and we can certainly understand your aggravation. We will forward your review to the manufacturer, informing them of the situation. We do recommend you contact California Trimmer directly at (253) 333-3345 to have them properly diagnose the issue.
We appreciate your business and apologize for any inconvenience.
We appreciate your business and apologize for any inconvenience.
Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Rating Breakdown
1/5
5/5
1/5
1/5
Cons:
Heavy, Expensive
Great Mower Great Service
By Roland A,
IL
Review Posted 07/17/2022
Bought my Honda reel mower from Mowers Direct. Had a question, called, and spoke to a human being very quickly who was knowledgeable and very friendly.
Roland A, Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use
Reel MOWER
By Orell C
Texas
Review Posted 07/15/2022
This product is perfect easy to use and great features, CUT TO PERFECTION!!!
Orell C Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, Id Buy It Again, Easy To Store
Cons:
None
Awesome Mower!!
By JMP
Pennsylvania
Review Posted 06/28/2022
Ordered this from MowersDirect, but this mower actually ships directly from California Trimmer. There was a slight delay/mistake in shipping but the guys from California Trimmer called me personally to apologize. Mower came nicely packaged and was basically ready to go out of the box. Highly recommended. One thing you may need to do is add a little more oil than the instructions tell you. Otherwise, the sensor in the engine will auto-shut off when mowing on an incline.
JMP Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Id Buy It Again, Easy To Store
The Reel Deal
By Pete G.
Georgia
Review Posted 06/09/2022
Love this mower. The Honda engine fires with the flick of my wrist. The roller bar is a must, and with it the mower makes great lines. I have Zeon Zoysia and all the guest that visit ask if I have a degree in golf course maintenance. Only minor complaint I have is that my back hurt the first few cuts. I’m only 5’7 but have considered buying the 4” extension to the handle. I think it has gotten better now that I’m used to it (I’m just out of shape, haha). Super happy with this mower.
Pete G. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Id Buy It Again, Easy To Store
Cons:
None
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