Reel Lawn Mower
History & Preservation Project @ North Farms
CLIPPER
Clipper Lawn Mower Company
Dixon IL
This sickle bar cutter was patented in 1898 by Rowley K. Ortt. It was available in sizes
from 12" to 24". In 1904 the company was moved from Norristown NJ to Dixon IL. A reel lawn
mower called the "Dixon" was introduced about 1914. Clipper Lawn Mower Company closed in the
mid 1940's.