What makes it less of a machine than Exmark or Scag? My Gravely observation and research suggests that they are very similar in every way. Same wheel motors, pumps, all 7 gauge construction. ALL Gravely commercial mowers come standard with suspension seats. Plus they have the maintenance-free XL spindles. All iron, just like Scag, but sealed. Another huge gravely pro is that they are not too cheap to put large tires on the 100 series. try to find another mid-sized mower with 15 inch front casters and huge drive tires. Helps flotation after the rain. What is the price?