Suggestions on a good walk-behind spreader wanted.

[Stillwater]

Originally Posted by proscapesvirginia

I imagine the shipping on these to VA is not cheap. I certainly want Lesco but my closest dealer is an hour away and I don't live in the middle of nowhere. I can't believe there isn't one closer. Are you a dealer yourself? Okay I'll bite. Is it brand new or lightly used? How much? And thanks for your feedback on previous posts.

-Alex

it is in newish condition working perfectly, If you are intrested I can take photos. shipping would be about 45.00 55.00 give or take. paid about 400 for it used mabey 15 times. if lesco is only an hour away you should just cruise over their. or make an offer

[richard1103]

in 20 years lessco has been the best ,spker was junk .lesco is s steel-poly
with s steel axel i have 1 that has not been was wash in 5 years most of the others do not have s steel frame and axel

[jaybow]

I just bought a Shindaiwa RS76S stainless steel spreader.It seems durable and has grease fittings on axle.

[rob7233]

Which spreader to get? Well, that depends on what brand of fert your going to settle on for your applications.

If you were to look at the backside of the Fert bags, you will see recommended settings for given brands of spreaders. There is no industry standard on output/rate or area of spread among manufacturers.

How in the world otherwise would you know how much coverage or rate you're applying? Even if you were to match up the fert with the spreader, it's still recommended you calibrate your application rate which can vary by applicator walking speed etc.

So if you decide on Lesco, go with a Lesco spreader etc. Even if you don't actually calibrate it for yourself (with the use of trays) it's assumed your likely to be close. I suggest you do some study and get some formal training on this before you do a bad application and possibly be sued and/or fined for damages etc. FYI: In my area, you cannot apply insecticides or herbicides to any open lawn areas without full applicators license > >> "Read" weed and feeds...... Yes, Homeowners can BUT you may NOT to a homeowner's or any property- even without pay.

[MarcSmith]

well you said input but no lesco. lesco is probably the best brand of spreader. The S-steel is great, can be used for Ice melt products as well, parts are easy t o come buy. if you should need them. Most lesco places if you need some will drop stuff in the mail for ya.

[ACA L&L]

heres a good one.

[jaybow]

Originally Posted by lawnzilla2

heres a good one.

That looks like its constructed alot like the shindaiwa spreader I just bought. Maybe I will take some pics and post them.

[ACA L&L]

the anderson spreader is nice and dependable. Ithink it was under 300.00

[MarcSmith]

the powdercoated steel frame is the only weakness of any spreader. SS is the way to go....

[Lugnut]

I like both Lesco and Anderson, I believe the Anderson is cheaper tho, but both brands hold up well as far as I've seen.