Allen Scythe 1930

One of the very first of this reciprocating knife blade type of Mower. It was designed to cut very long grass in rough overgrown areas. Many conversion accessories where available, including generator,water pump, plough etc. One of  thousands made, this model is No 78. Very powerful, strong and extremely sharp.

The machine was sold to Vickers aviation in 1930 for 33 guineas.