07-01-2018, 05:22 PM
Hi Guys - may want to replace my current bench grinder which is an older Delta model (shown below - pic from web) w/ a new or used one - I'm still reorganizing my basement shop and getting rid (or replacing w/ cordless models) of a number of tools that I've not really used in years - for the old grinder, I occasionally use the vertical wheel but not the horizontal tool sharpener (have switched to water stones and Lee Valley jigs for my chisels and planer blades a while back).
I'm debating on donating this old Delta hybrid combo to Habitat and replacing w/ a 2 stone model - however, looking at a number of reviews, such as HERE, the recommendations do not impress me, especially after reading the negative comments on sites like Amazon - most of these current 'best' suggestions, seem to all be made in the Orient w/ poor quality control and wobbly stones, like a crap-shoot if ordered from Amazon - the DeWalt 6" model would likely fit my needs, but again the 1* reviews on Amazon are discouraging.
SO, for a machine w/ a simple induction motor on 2 spindles, why so many negative impressions, i.e. just two shafts turning perpendicular stones (or other accessories, like a brush). My price range is $100 to $200 - thanks for any comments and suggestions. Dave
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I'm debating on donating this old Delta hybrid combo to Habitat and replacing w/ a 2 stone model - however, looking at a number of reviews, such as HERE, the recommendations do not impress me, especially after reading the negative comments on sites like Amazon - most of these current 'best' suggestions, seem to all be made in the Orient w/ poor quality control and wobbly stones, like a crap-shoot if ordered from Amazon - the DeWalt 6" model would likely fit my needs, but again the 1* reviews on Amazon are discouraging.
SO, for a machine w/ a simple induction motor on 2 spindles, why so many negative impressions, i.e. just two shafts turning perpendicular stones (or other accessories, like a brush). My price range is $100 to $200 - thanks for any comments and suggestions. Dave
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Piedmont North Carolina