It would seem there are at least two manufacturers of this blade. AYP seems to be an aftermarket company and this blade comes in perfect condition, painted black and all yet if you order this part number from Sears Parts Direct it comes bare metal and rusty. Odd but that's the way it is as I have both. My vote goes to this one for now for the superior finish. I'll have to give an update later on the cut though as I've just installed it and will use it this weekend. This Part does NOT have a round center hole but a sort of 5 spoke star type center hole, I believe it's called a hobs hole or something close to that so be sure your mower uses that before you order this.