Re: Different Prices - such a range!
Hello Jack, I never mentioned a $400 machine. Back in 2011 when I purchased my Micro-Mark 7x16 it was on sale for $729.95. Michael - California, USA Micro-Mark MicroLux 7x16 LMS 3990 Hi-Torque Mill
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Michael Jablonski
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
Somebody said Sheap Fast Good Pic any 2 Jack 47 71 After reading the replies, I¡¯ve decided to post my list showing the reasons I chose the 7x16 from MicroMark. As I and others have said, the main
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Jacques Savard
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
Is it this one https://www.micromark.com/MicroLux-7x16-Mini-Lathe at 1400.00 it not the same machine the first you speak about is 400.00 jack 47 71 After reading the replies, I¡¯ve decided to post my
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Jacques Savard
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
After reading the replies, I¡¯ve decided to post my list showing the reasons I chose the 7x16 from MicroMark. As I and others have said, the main reasons were Brushless DC Motor (no Hi/Lo gears), and
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Michael Jablonski
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
8x14 is a dream, but you can make your own tachometer for your 7x lathe for some few USD. /johannes Sendt fr? E-post for Windows Fr?:MZ Rider Sendt: tysdag 15. mars 2022 11:53 Til:
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Johannes
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
Actually I might got for an 8x14, the extra cost is small for the overall gins, including digital tachometer.
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MZ Rider
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
Beautifull Maybe delivery in quebec city ? Lot of ohotos But only 10 inch ? Why ? And avelability or price ???? Jack 47 71 The Homier was a bit of a stand out, reviewed here:
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Jacques Savard
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
The Homier was a bit of a stand out, reviewed here:??http://www.mini-lathe.com/Mini_lathe/Reviews/Homier_7x12/Homier_7x12.htmI don't think it is available any more.?The LMS 5200 is a 'best in
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Jonathan Mackenzie
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
I second all the comments on getting a longer bed. I would also add another very important consideration : Don't just look at the lathe - look at the vendor.? If you just buy the cheapest lathe
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kaje7777
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
Yes 7x14 well worth the extra. I originally imported the smaller lath but dropped them in favour of the 7xmore useful and popular 7x14.
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David Evans
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
There is ZERO difference in the QUALITY of any of the 7X mini-lathes.? ? There is more difference between examples of any vendor's lathe, than between different vendor versions.? ?Totally luck of
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Craig Hopewell
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
I¡¯m an ex importer of mini lathes. There are 3 manufacturers . The first being Sieg commonly called a kit lathe by many usually requiring lots of work to have accuracy.Easily identified by a¡±H¡±
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David Evans
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
Buy one with a rectangular saddle not a H shaped. They have an inferior power board and are more of a kit. To get accuracy they normally require stripping and rebuilding. I¡¯m an ex importer of Real
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David Evans
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
There are actually a couple of different lathes Sieg sells 3 similar but different 7" lathes the C2, SC2 and C3 which have a few differences mostly bed lengths, and drive system. Add to this the
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Aaron Woods
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
I had the exact same experience as gcvisalia. Length, inch, and motor sold me. Also because of the added weight of a 7x16 it is shipped in two cartons which forces you to assemble a small portion of
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Michael Jablonski
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
When I decided to get a lathe knowing nothing, I decided on micromark 7x16 lathe. Also it was the only 7x16 at the time.The length, the true inch and the brushless motor sold me. Yes, I did some
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[email protected]
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
I recommend a 7¡± x 16¡± hands down. I bought one from MicroMark at least a dozen years ago. My experience has been positive with this machine. I¡¯ve been using lathes since I was 12 years old. My
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OldToolmaker
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
Yes. While the 7x12 and 7x14 were initially mentioned, there are, and have been, 7x10 and 7x16 models. So 7x10, 7x12, 7x14 and 7x16 are out there. To amplify what was said below, it is true that the
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Charles Kinzer
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
I initially bought the HF 7x10 size (actually 7x8), and found out soon enough that there was little space for a workpiece.? I then went all the way to a 7x16 using the LMS P/N 5000 Bed Extension
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Ralph Lehotsky
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Re: Different Prices - such a range!
The generally accepted advice is to purchase the most expensive one you can afford, bearing in mind that about 50% of your budget will eventually go toward tooling and accessories.Most mini-lathes
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Jonathan Mackenzie
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