Rewind97
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I'm looking for a new bench grinder in the $40 to $60 range, what do y'all suggest?
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Bench grinders
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87Pomona
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Craftsman block grinder-Craigslist
Marshall2u
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Don't buy a cheap, low HP grinder. I bought one and it didn't have enough power to sharpen a lawn mower blade.
woody 73
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I am afraid that between $40 to $60.00 dollars you will only be able to pick up a new chinese bench grinder. Now if you had some more money to spend you could pick up a chinese Jet bench grinder and not have to worry about buying any parts in the future; (backed by a large company).
Just my two cents but if I was in your shoes I would also hunt for the old craftsman block grinders or any older USA made bench grinders.
Just my two cents but if I was in your shoes I would also hunt for the old craftsman block grinders or any older USA made bench grinders.
cowboy73
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An 8" grinder is going to have more HP than a 6" one. Really depends alot on what your are doing with it. I paid $40 for this Jet 8" 1HP. It is used, of course.
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Definitely look used, OLD craftsman, baldor, walker turner, OLD delta. A 6" will do almost everything in the home shop. I have two, one with grinding wheels setup for sharpening lathe tools and drill bits other side has a dedicated wheel for sharpening TIG tungsten. The other has two wires wheels on it for cleaning.
One is a c list old delta that I picked up for $20. Needed bearings, but now runs smooth as silk. Other is a late 1990's cman, that I bought new on clearance for $50. Came with a stand that I sold for $20. Nice grinder, not sure what they go for new these days from sears though.
One is a c list old delta that I picked up for $20. Needed bearings, but now runs smooth as silk. Other is a late 1990's cman, that I bought new on clearance for $50. Came with a stand that I sold for $20. Nice grinder, not sure what they go for new these days from sears though.
I'm looking for a new bench grinder in the $40 to $60 range, what do y'all suggest?
Get a (used) stationary belt sander instead. IMO, it's more versatile.