Hello
ODK History Lovers
The
Victa Mayfair was a low-mid arch lawnmower made by Victa Mowers for specific
and long-lived purposes. It was a Stencil brand mower that was introduced for
specific commercial purposes and sold in store brand guises (and disguises) over
many decades. Though largely un-recognised, it should be considered one of Victa's
most enduring and successful models.
This article discusses the
first Mayfairs - the odd-shaped-handled two and four
stroke machines that roamed this earth for three seasons - from
1965 to 1968.
The starting point is a discussion on the rationale behind the Mayfair.
It was Victa's first true 'Stencil' lawnmower, and it would go on to foster
many entry-level store brand machines. I have covered that story
HERE. TO BE CONTINUED ...