our church has a Hustler and I have a Gravely. I like my Gravely a lot better. Seems the hustler sits lower or something and I notice as I go over uneven terrain seems the hustler feels as it flexes somewhat. Doesn't feel as rigid as the Gravely. Not sure where u are in North Bama. But I like Garnett's in Hartselle. They sale gravely and exmark. Good group of guys and they have quick service turn around if you buy from them. They used to offer a service plan where they would come get your mower, service it and bring it back to you. This helped them from getting super swamped in early spring.