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Grizzly G9247 VS Mini Wood Lathe | 
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| Brand: Grizzly
Category: Home Improvement
Buy New: $119.95 (On sale from $149.95)
Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 8974
Media: Misc.
MPN: G9247
UPC: 690550092473
EAN: 0690550092473
ASIN: B0000DCZX4
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 1/4 H.P., 110V TEFC brush type motor | | • | 12" between centers | | • | 3/4" x 16 TPI right hand spindle | | • | 5-15/16" swing over bed | | • | Includes tool rest, live rolling center and spur center |
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Product Description
Modelers and crafters: This is the lathe for you! The Model G9247 has features found on other mini-lathes costing hundreds of dollars more. You just won't find a better value anywhere!
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| Customer Reviews:
 A lot of bang for the buck August 25, 2004
PenAmerican (New England, USA)
17 out of 17 found this review helpful
This lathe is similar to a Carbtec. The ways and tailstock are cast iron and the lathe is quite stiff and rigid. The variable speed drive is a nice feature and works fine. There are certainly fine points where corners have been cut to save money. The plastic handles for example. However, they are adequate for the job. This is really a lathe for pens and other very small parts, so there aren't a lot of forces involved. I have owned this lathe for two years and used it to make 100s of pens. The only problem I have had with it is that the tool rest was not at all parallel to the ways. I got a new one from grizzly, but it was only somewhat better. I had to grind it down to make it satisfactory. (frankly, I have had this problem with other inexpensive lathes too) If you need a bigger lathe or can spend a lot more money, this may not be for you. However, for the buck it can't be beaten, and will do the job. I enjoy using it!
 Poor quality April 12, 2004
39 out of 41 found this review helpful
Well, I purchased this machine about a year ago and it is mediocore at best. The parts are all cast "cheap" metal. I have already broken one the the handles. While the parts are readily available, I had to pay 6.95 shipping for a $2 part that was shipped 1st class mail for 80 cents.
Secondly, I have noticed that the motor (variable speed) fluctuates by itself while running. Very little documentation comes with this machine also. It is very noisey, and vibrates too much for my liking. No tips on maintance or lubrication.
The tailstock keeper loosens frequently, and I am afraid to tighten too much for fear of breaking the handle.
I guess for the money, if you are not looking for a real good machine it will do the job. However I am dissapointed in the quality.
Would not reccomend this machine.
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