WTB Traditional scythe.

[Sam7sf]

Needing a scythe for the farm. Anyone know of stores with them in stock or have one you’re willing to part with?

 

[digger]

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Scythe Supply offers European style scythes, scythe blades, snaths, whetstones, hammers, anvils and equipment. We are scythe enthusiasts and want others to discover the rewards of using this elegant tool. Light, sharp and effective this scythe will mow, clear and harvest with ease — while you...

www.scythesupply.com

Order High Quality Scythes, Sickles, and other tools from The Marugg Company, Tracy City, TN

 

[Sam7sf]

Almost everything is out of stock and was hoping to buy from someone closer. Awesome website and resource though.

 

[candcallen]

It's almost Halloween.

 

[lonestardiver]

It's almost Halloween.

That and some places already have Christmas stuff out…

You might check rural garages/barn sales or even some antique stores/malls.

 

[Axxe55]

Wasn't even aware that anyone still made them.

 

[Sam7sf]

They are a great tool. Good to have as backup or alternative when needed.

 

[Axxe55]

They are a great tool. Good to have as backup or alternative when needed.

A good way to build up back and arm muscles too.

 

[Army 1911]

First Monday in Canton would be a good place to look.

Hone every 15 minutes or every time you take a minute to rest, whichever comes first.

 

[Big Dipper]

Great source for all kinds of hand tools.

Farming Scythe Kit

Learn more abut using a scythe BENEFITS OF FARMING SCYTHES Efficient, Quiet and Conscientious Mowing Scything is growing in popularity because it's faster and more fun than using noisy, smelly gas-powered string trimmers. With a little practice, you can cut around fences and...

www.lehmans.com

 

[hooper]

Happened to run across this listing last week...

Antique Scythe - farm & garden - by owner - sale

Older scythe, bought to use for my land but decided to use other tools instead. 55 obo Text preferred

houston.craigslist.org

 

[TxStetson]

Happened to run across this listing last week...

Antique Scythe - farm & garden - by owner - sale

Older scythe, bought to use for my land but decided to use other tools instead. 55 obo Text preferred

houston.craigslist.org

That listing made me giggle.
“bought to use for my land but decided to use other tools instead.”

Yeah, like a lawn mower, or a weed eater.

 

[Sam7sf]

Labor scared him.

 

[hooper]

Labor or a little sweat....