Hello ODK History Lovers

The iconic Australian company Scott Bonnar built its reputation on
solid designs that suited our sometimes-harsh environments.

IF someone asked me what was one of the Top-three Designs that
Scott Bonnar produced I would be compelled to say one would be the
Model 14 – the Eagle - Gang Mower.

Why? … [1] Design; [2] commercial importance and [3] production longevity.

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The robust design was made for Australian conditions.
Everything about the Model 14 was … heavy duty.

Commercially, Scott Bonnar realised the importance of the gang mower.
There were two significant historical factors in the interwar years –
[1] the growth of urbanisation and parklands and golf courses in Australia, and
[2] the growth of Australian aviation and the advent of the large modern aerodromes.

The model 14 had production longevity – let’s say about half a century!

Question: Why is the Model 14 a forgotten relic?
Answer: It was never a domestic mower.
Question: Should the Model 14 be remembered?
Answer: I hope so.

To Be Continued …