{"title":"Scythes \u0026 Sickles","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"wooden-shw-snath","title":"German Snath 62\" Two Handles Wooden (Holzworb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eStraight Wooden Snath by SHW Tools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe scythe made of wood impresses with its clean workmanship, which is particularly noticeable in its stability and high longevity.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe length of the straight snath ensures that work is easy on the back and is comfortable to use with two handles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet into classic gardening and discover the joy of mowing by hand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the help of the wooden worb and the matching scythe blade, grass, wheat and weeds can be cut in no time - in the field and in the garden. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing a scythe is also recommended when thinning or removing bushes in narrow areas that are difficult to reach with electric lawnmowers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handle requires a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/shw-forge-german-farming-tools\/products\/d-ring-for-shw-german-wooden-snath\" title=\"D-ring for wooden snath\"\u003eD-ring\u003c\/a\u003e to attach a blade, which \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/shw-forge-german-farming-tools\/products\/d-ring-for-shw-german-wooden-snath\" title=\"D-ring for wooden snath\"\u003eyou can find here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength 160cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight approx. 1000 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo attach the scythe blade, we recommend the matching scythe ring (item no. 54432)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnath Model Number: 54431\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Germany\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":18296677635,"sku":"54431","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/54431_6_3000x_b35e1c54-5da0-4235-860a-f271148f9c7c.webp?v=1698410076"},{"product_id":"d-ring-for-shw-german-wooden-snath","title":"D Ring for SHW German Wooden Snath (1.5\"H by 1.25\"W)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRing clamp \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eholds the blade onto the snath. These are for the German Wooden Snath. You can buy these separately for making your own snath. Comes with key.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Number: 54432\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21128558313531,"sku":"54432","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/54432_33x9ycb4awp_54432_1_jpg_3000x_add669b3-59c5-49e5-b6bb-c2bc32f5be16.webp?v=1698419364"},{"product_id":"galvanized-scythe-stone-holder","title":"Galvanized Scythe Stone Holder","description":"\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhetstone holders \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eare partially filled with water and hook conveniently on your belt. Scythe stones are used wet. This keeps the grain of the stone open, provides lubrication and makes a slurry of stone particles that will enhance the cutting action. Honing the edge is done frequently in the field. As soon as you feel a loss of efficiency in the cut, it's time to dress the blade\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Scythe Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40179880034490,"sku":"7040","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/products\/GalvStoneHolder.jpg?v=1628001052"},{"product_id":"scythe-peening-jig","title":"Scythe Peening Jig","description":"\u003cstrong style=\"box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: #000000; color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: #000000; color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none;\"\u003ePeening jig\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"caret-color: #000000; color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"caret-color: #000000; color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\"\u003e simplifies hammer sharpening of the scythe's cutting edge. The edge is thinned by cold working the metal with either a hammer and anvil or the use of this jig. The jig is mounted into a pre-drilled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/scythesupply.com\/equipment.html#log\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #0033cc; text-decoration: none; outline: none; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #0033cc; text-decoration: none; outline: none; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/scythesupply.com\/equipment.html#log\"\u003eblock of wood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"caret-color: #000000; color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"caret-color: #000000; color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;\"\u003e. The blade's edge is placed on the flat of the jig lightly touching the post. Cap #1 is put over the post and the blade is worked uniformly with a hammer making a primary bevel. Cap #2 is then used for the finishing bevel.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Scythe Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42085845139642,"sku":"9040","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/products\/Peeningjig_new.jpg?v=1648127329"},{"product_id":"castellari-acciaino-sharpening-steel-for-pruners","title":"Castellari ACCIAINO Sharpening steel for pruners","description":"\u003cp\u003eSharpening steel for pruners. Convenient size with pocket clip for taking into the orchard. Made in Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castellari","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41958781878458,"sku":"CA-ACCIAINO","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/products\/PXL_20230105_201230886.jpg?v=1672949636"},{"product_id":"brush-scythe-blade-heidesense-havau-45cm-stone-tip","title":"Brush Scythe Blade - Heidesense HAVAU 45cm with Stone Tip","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis blade offers a short, 45cm\/18in cutting edge and a reinforced \"stone tip\" to protect against damage from rocks and other obstructions while mowing. The heel is deep and reinforced for work in heavy, woody material; while great for clearing berry bushes, young saplings, and the like, this blade is NOT meant for general mowing. This blade is compatible with all of our \u003ca title=\"Collection of wood \u0026amp; metal snaths for scythes\" href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/snaths\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/snaths\"\u003esnaths\u003c\/a\u003e but we recommend with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/metal-shw-snath\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/metal-shw-snath\"\u003emetal SHW snath\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blade is not typically peened as part of the regular sharpening procedure but could be done so using a scythe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/havau-flat-peening-anvil\"\u003epeening anvil\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/german-scythe-peening-hammer\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/german-scythe-peening-hammer\"\u003ehammer\u003c\/a\u003e. The peening jig will not likely produce satisfactory results. We recommend a 2-step honing process first using a coarse synthetic stone (such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/shw-whetstone-for-scythes\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/shw-whetstone-for-scythes\"\u003eSHW\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/enzian-sharpening-stone\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/enzian-sharpening-stone\"\u003eEnzian\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/original-carborundum-stone-1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/original-carborundum-stone-1\"\u003eCarborundum\u003c\/a\u003e) followed by a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/natural-hard-scythe-stone-large\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythes-and-scything\/products\/natural-hard-scythe-stone-large\"\u003efine natural stone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Turkey for SHW\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42101592424634,"sku":"54094","price":62.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/54094_1_3000x_0c429c1c-6127-457f-b560-d66b2e60b7de.webp?v=1698408804"},{"product_id":"havau-flat-peening-anvil","title":"HAVAU Flat Peening Anvil","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeening anvil from SHW Forge. The top surface measures approximately 1.5\" x 1.5\" and has an overall length of 4.5\" to the bottom of the spike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHW model 54588\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500gram\/1.1lbs weight\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42101594292410,"sku":"54588","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/54588_2_3000x_46f9cb5d-a6cf-4895-becd-06fb3775ca3f.jpg?v=1758530641"},{"product_id":"german-18-leaf-sickle","title":"SHW 18\" leaf sickle","description":"\u003cp\u003eSHW Model 54090 general-purpose sickle measuring 18 inches, including the handle. This is a high-quality, utility-focused version for harvesting and mowing. There is a drilled hole for hanging from a nail in your garden shed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighs 200 grams \/ 7 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFun fact: for attentive viewers, this particular sickle can be spotted in a very popular HBO series!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42132028358842,"sku":"54090","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/54090_015a17f8-a84d-45e2-a129-56caeafe8583.webp?v=1725886693"},{"product_id":"german-friedrichstal-scythe-blade-70cm-28in","title":"SHW \"Friedrichstal\" scythe blade","description":"\u003cp\u003eHigh quality scythe blades from SHW. Hand-forged and hammered, ready to mow.  Compatible with all of our \u003ca title=\"scythe snaths\" href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/snaths\"\u003esnaths\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"scythe accessories\" href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythe-accessories\"\u003euseful scythe accessories\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is ideal for thinning out new plantings or for removing bushes between trees. The scythe is ground ready for mowing and includes cutting protection. It has a hanging hole for space-saving storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighs approximately 500 grams, 19oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Austria\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"60cm","offer_id":42749744382138,"sku":"54083","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/54084_4_3000x_911f882b-1a8c-4630-b1b3-eb63d180647d.webp?v=1758530641"},{"product_id":"shw-whetstone-for-scythes","title":"SHW Whetstone for Scythes","description":"\u003cp\u003eSHW part number 54089\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42137717506234,"sku":"54089","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/products\/PXL_20230115_151624436.jpg?v=1758530641"},{"product_id":"d-ring-for-metal-snath","title":"D-Ring for SHW Metal Snath","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the replacement D-ring that goes with our metal snaths made by SHW. Every new snath should include one of these so this is generally only a replacement part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHW model 54081\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42137724289210,"sku":"54081","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/products\/PXL_20230115_151535076.jpg?v=1673798004"},{"product_id":"hand-scythe","title":"Hand scythe","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact hand scythe, or \"scythe-sickle\". The cutting edge has been developed at the factory but further peening and sharpening are recommended to create a razor-sharp edge. The blade measures approximately 12 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHW Model 54093\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42137740476602,"sku":"54093","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/sensensichel-mit-winkelgriff_3000x_9ad8e357-ce5d-4ae8-bfda-6401b617f4f3.webp?v=1756905833"},{"product_id":"scythe-starter-kit","title":"Scythe Starter Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a great way to get started with scythe mowing. Includes everything you need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour choice of a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/german-friedrichstal-scythe-blade-70cm-28in\"\u003e60 or 70cm scythe blade,\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea durable \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/german-snath-60-two-adjustable-handles-metal\"\u003emetal snath with adjustable handles\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea D-ring to attach the blade to the snath,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/peening-hammer\"\u003epeening hammer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/havau-flat-peening-anvil\"\u003eanvil\u003c\/a\u003e, for maintaing your blade,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/shw-whetstone-for-scythes\"\u003escythe stone\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/scythe-whetstone-holder\"\u003estone carrier with belt clip\u003c\/a\u003e, for regular honing while you mow,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea copy of our best \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/the-scything-handbook\" title=\"scything guide book\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eScything guide book\u003c\/a\u003e with clear guidance for usage, technique, and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer this package together at a substantial savings compared with buying the individual products separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor blade length: longer lengths will be more productive mowing delicate or shorter vegetation (such as a hay field) and on flat areas, while shorter blades may be easier to work in tougher material (like goldenrod, for example) and\/or on slopes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHW blades and snaths are made in Germany, the peening hammer and anvil are from Slovenia, and the stone is made in China. This kit may require some minor assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holden Tool Company","offers":[{"title":"70cm Blade (27.5in)","offer_id":42317025509562,"sku":"","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/products\/scythe2.png?v=1679148061"},{"product_id":"scythe-and-snath-set","title":"Scythe and Snath Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a combination kit including a scythe blade and snath (the handle) with D-ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep in mind that these scythe blades require regular \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/collections\/scythe-maintenance\"\u003epeening and sharpening\u003c\/a\u003e to perform properly. We sell \u003ca title=\"scything handbook\" href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/the-scything-handbook\"\u003ea book that provides guidance\u003c\/a\u003e on the use and care of scything equipment. If you are new to scything, we really recommend you consider our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/scythe-starter-kit\"\u003eScythe Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e which includes everything you need to get started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metal snath is good for people between 5 and 6 feet tall, while folks over 6 feet may prefer the wooden snath OR choose to slightly bend the metal snath to correct the angle of the blade as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs for blade length, longer lengths will be more productive mowing delicate or shorter vegetation (such as a hay field), while shorter blades may be easier to work in tougher material (like goldenrod, for example). Ditch blades that are for restricted work areas (like ditches or paths) and for mowing small-stemmed woody material (not to exceed 1\/2\" in most cases).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"stone tip\" blades reinforce and protect the leading edge of the blade from errant rocks, which many users appreciate. It does take away from the usable edge of the blade slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlades are made in Germany. Both metal and wooden snaths are made by SHW in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holden Tool Company","offers":[{"title":"SHW Friedrichstal Grass Blade - Model 54083 - 60cm (23.5in)","offer_id":42809204113594,"sku":"","price":158.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/products\/scythe2_b3377802-ea13-45f9-9489-da9b14cb04a8.png?v=1679148964"},{"product_id":"peening-hammer","title":"Peening Hammer","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e600g narrow peen hammer for peening scythe blades, with short ash wood handle. A great tool \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efor sharpening, shaping and hardening the cutting edge of scythes, so that mowing grass, grains or weeds with the scythe is easy, effortless and enjoyable again.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal length 25 cm\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWidth approx. 3 cm\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight approx. 600 g\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in Slovenia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42795608834234,"sku":"54590","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/54590_1_3000x_31beca19-9caa-41ad-990b-9b4d5f80f2e3.webp?v=1758530641"},{"product_id":"folding-scythe-with-blade","title":"Folding Scythe with Blade","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a convenient and economical European scythe for the occasional user. It folds up for portability and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes a metal snath, locking bolt, 65cm scythe blade and adjustable handles. The length of the snath is 150cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"709\"\u003eNew to scything? We recommend the starter kit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eThis scythe does not include the sharpening and maintenance tools needed for regular use. If you are buying your first European scythe, consider our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/scythe-starter-kit\" title=\"beginner-friendly scything starter set\"\u003estarter kit\u003c\/a\u003e instead. It includes the scythe plus the basic tools and instructions needed to sharpen, maintain, and learn to use it properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003eBuy this scythe by itself if you already have a scythe stone, holder, peening tools, and basic scythe-care knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44357857804474,"sku":"54095","price":116.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/unnamed.jpg?v=1731433316"},{"product_id":"the-scything-handbook","title":"The Scything Handbook","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWe found this book to be an excellent guide and reference not just for learning to scythe and maintain the tool, but also for growing and harvesting grains and grasses. It is no longer in print in the US, so we brought in copies from the UK to offer to our customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eFrom the publisher:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe scythe is an elegant, efficient hand tool which is ideal for mowing long grass and harvesting many types of crop. There is  a graceful, rhythmic quality to scything which, once mastered, makes it rewarding to use. Ian Miller teaches you how to scythe from scratch including assembly, perfecting the stroke, honing, peening, uses and aftercare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAuthor \u003cstrong\u003eIan Miller\u003c\/strong\u003e followed a career in music with a degree in agroecology and learned how to scythe on a biodynamic farm in Austria.  He lives in Iowa where he is building a small homestead and also finds time for stone masonry, teaching workshops, writing and translating books and making music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHardcover, 144 pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eISBN: 9780993389245 | September 2016\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTable of Contents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForeword by Kiko Denzer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 1: How Scything Will Change Your Life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 2: The Scythe and How to Use It\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 3: Getting the Best from your Body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 4: Getting the Best from your Scythe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 5: Blade Care: Honing to Perfection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 6: Blade Care: the Peening Process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 7: The Forging of a Scythe Blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 8: Making Hay and Using Drying Racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 9: Growing and Harvesting Small Grains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChapter 10: Further Information and Resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Holden Tool Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44778375479482,"sku":"BK-SCYTHING","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/FILBERTPRESS-220202-0451_14.22.38.jpg?v=1758530641"},{"product_id":"scythe-whetstone-holder","title":"Scythe Whetstone Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lightweight and durable plastic stone holder lets you carry your scythe stone in the field so that you can quickly hone the cutting edge where ever you are, rather than returning to your station or shop. Most mowers like to lightly hone their scythe blade every 5-10 minutes of mowing for maximum efficiency. The watertight plastic reservoir is meant to hold a bit of water added so that the stone can be kept wet in use, and the clip allows you clip it to your belt or pocket. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've carried various versions of these for years and they are an important tool in your scything kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45172202438842,"sku":"56737","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/files\/Screenshotfrom2025-09-2210-28-14.png?v=1758530641"},{"product_id":"grip-for-metal-snath","title":"Grip for metal snath","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is one spare wooden grip which fits the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/farmandgardentools.com\/products\/german-snath-60-two-adjustable-handles-metal\"\u003eSHW metal snath #54080.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHW Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46311591739578,"sku":"54082","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1196\/1452\/collections\/54083-sense_3000x_c958f495-31ce-41f9-a936-060ebb5a1dfe.jpg?v=1787661804","url":"https:\/\/holdentool.com\/collections\/scythes-sickles.oembed","provider":"Holden Tool Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}