Sears Craftsman 5.50 Series

The Sears Craftsman 5.50 Series is a good choice for light duty mowing. If you have a relatively small, all grass area to mow, say, 5000 square feet, this mower works well. It cuts a steady, even row.

The mower is not self-propelled, so it guarantees a good workout for the user. When full, the fuel tank will last approximately 40-50 minutes. The cutting length of the blade can be easily adjusted, as can the angle of the handle. The user also has the option to let the mower eject the grass out the side, mulch, or bag the clippings.

The machine has a primer button located on the engine and within easy reach. Once primed, it should ignite with no difficulty. This mower also comes with the standard safety feature on the handle.

The noise level is on par with other mowers in its size, and it has a standard Briggs & Stratton 5.50 engine.

The retail price of the mower can be a bit high, so it's better to purchase it on sale.

This mower has the advantage of carrying the trusted Craftsman name, so it comes with a standard warranty. An extended warranty is available, but is not really necessary. The mower will run well with regular cleaning and proper maintenance.

Sears advises regular maintenance to include removing the blade to be sharpened, changing the oil at the start of the mowing season, along with changing the spark plug and cleaning the air filter.

It is also a good idea to remove clippings from the underside as they have a tendency to build up. The unit will not operate well on wet grass.