2 questions with out the intent on starting a urinating contest. question 1. Anyone know of decent belt grinders for under $400? I dont mean pro grade burrking $1500, i know where to get those if i happen to win the lottery. question 2. Anyone know of anyone or any forums where used ones are sold at a good price. I am looking to possibly pickup a used one if someone bought a upgrade. Thanks and how is everyone doing. Its been record breaking hot here in texas.
Very few get put up for sale - most of the guys I know keep 2 or 3 grinders "in case" one goes down. The only one I know of in that price range is the Grizzly which I started on and still have. My Bader went down once and I used the Grizzly for a while again - it sucked but I was glad it was there! http://www.grizzly.com/products/Knife-Belt-Sander-Buffer/G1015 Then there's something like this, but it's more for finishing than grinding: http://www.knifekits.com/vcom/product_info.php?cPath=49_115_207&products_id=309 I did find my Bader slightly used, and with attachments it was still $1800 plus I had to spend $250 on a 10" wheel.
I have been looking at a Grizzly , that one i think even. Just checking the waters. How have you been Valkman?
Lots of orders, my friend, lots of orders! I need an apprentice - any takers? Then I could while my "assistant" does all the work. Kinda like how Loveless has done it for years. The Griz works as a beginning grinder but you'll want variable speed before long. It will get you makin' knives though!
Try www.sheffieldssupply.com and download their catalog - in there they have a 2x72" Kalamazoo grinder that might not be bad.
