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FEATURES – RIPPER MULCHING BLADE

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• .95" sail height for efficient lift and grass recirculation
\n• Up to 7" cutting edge (varies by blade) — longer than most OEM options
\n• Rockwell 44-46 hardened steel for extended blade life and stay-sharp performance
\n• Statically balanced for smoother cutting and reduced vibration
\n• Silver non-stick powder coat finish for cleaner discharge and reduced buildup
\n• Compatible with all matching X-Blade dual blade kits (when mower is compatible)

Click here to Learn more about using X-Blades!
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FEATURES – Gold Hybrid™ MULCHING BLADE 

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• Hybrid high-lift + mulching fin design for superior vacuum and ultra-fine mulching
\n• 25% taller fin than competitive mulching blades
\n• Titanium Carbide cutting edge with .03mm beaded application for extreme wear resistance
\n• Stay-sharp cutting edge lasts up to 4× longer
\n• Rockwell 46-48 hardened steel 
\n• Longer cutting edge for cleaner, more efficient cut
\n• Works great as a single blade or in X-Blade dual setups (when mower is compatible)
Click here to Learn more about using X-Blades!
\n• Gold powder-coated finish (note: coating will naturally wear off under 20,000+ FPM performance speeds—normal & expected)
\n• Extended overall blade lifespan
\n• Sharpens easily with all standard methods

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Turn Clippings Into Fine Mulch. Maximize Cut Quality. Minimize Cleanup.
\nWhether you mulch year-round or switch in and out of mulching depending on the season, our mulching blade lineup is engineered to pulverize clippings efficiently and leave a clean, finished lawn. This page features our two high-performance mulching options—the classic Ripper Mulching Blade and the elite Gold Hybrid™ Mulching Blade.

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Both deliver excellent cut quality and reliable performance. The difference comes down to lift, pulverizing power, and long-term durability.

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Ripper Mulching Blade – Classic Performance, Reliable Season-Long Results

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The Ripper is our trusted, all-around mulching blade. With solid sail height, a long cutting edge, and durable hardened steel, it’s a significant upgrade from OEM mulching blades at a competitive price. If you want dependable mulching performance without jumping to premium-level cost, Ripper is your everyday winner.

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Gold Hybrid™ Mulching Blade – Premium Lift, Premium Mulch, Maximum Longevity

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The Gold Hybrid™ is in a class of its own: a high-lift + mulching fin combination, allowing it to create stronger vacuum, finer clippings, and cleaner results in one pass. Add in a Titanium Carbide cutting edge that lasts up to 4× longer, an extended cutting edge, and a blade body engineered for extreme durability—and you get the most advanced mulching blade on the market.

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This is the top choice for commercial crews, heavy-volume mowing, and anyone who wants fewer sharpenings and a better-quality cut.

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The Bottom Line

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If you want dependable mulching results at a great value, choose Ripper.
\nIf you want the strongest vacuum, finest mulch, longest-lasting edge, and the best overall performance, choose Gold Hybrid™—our premium mulching solution engineered for commercial-grade results.

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