Well it seems I have you all beat.. Bought I 15 yrs ago and still use it a lot. My driveway, Parking spot in street, 3 neighbors side walks plus mine and 1 extra driveway Ready for this ....1964 Viking(yes Eatons Model) single stage 6 hp 26" cut.. Still working well only replaced belts this year on rebuilt carb... Kids now tell me they have me a new one coming ...Electric Start.. seeing as my back & shoulder are getting worse from Pull Starting it..