Need recomendations for a grinder.

[Duck tape Bill]

So before long I'm going to be in the market for a bench grinder, at least a 6", but probably an 8" model. I'd like to hear some GJ recommendations since I don't really know that much about what's currently out there in stores.

 

[ShadowRuleZ]

Standard answer - find an old craftsman block grinder.

 

[frankush]

Or look for a used Baldor on Craig's.

 

[CNGsaves]

Lots of CL used ones out there . . . . even with heavy-duty stand if you've got the room.

No need what-so-ever to go buy new!

 

[Hammer1963]

Used grinders are not always available, so look into a Jet if you can not find a quality used item.

 

[tool_scrounge]

Used Baldor (1st choice) or used Sears Craftsman block grinder (not as quite as nice but cheaper). Also be open to old US brands that are not as common - they can be great deals. Bigger is usually better (space permitting). Beware of newer import stuff with optimistic (meaning completely fraudulent) horsepower ratings.

 

[adamsredlines]

So what's the fascination with Baldor? My buddy has one and while it looks nice, it has no balls whatsoever. I always hear baldor this and baldor that....so does he just have a bad apple?

 

[shampoop]

i vote craigslist as well.

 

[peterbilr98]

I have a craftsman variable speed I like it

 

[Shootingblanks]

Found this on Craigslist and works great:

 

[kythri]

As far as new production goes, I bought this one:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000224J3/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I've been happy with it so far. It replaced my "1/3rd HP" Craftsman unit that got bogged down really easily.

So far, haven't had any issues with that.

 

[Duck tape Bill]

Thanks for the recommendations everyone! I was looking at the Dewalt one as well Kythri, but then I saw this one by Palmgren. Does anybody know anything about them?

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00068U82Q/?tag=atomicindus08-20