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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on Mar 20, 2015 19:29:13 GMT -5
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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on Mar 20, 2015 19:37:03 GMT -5
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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on Mar 20, 2015 19:40:33 GMT -5
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Mar 20, 2015 21:15:02 GMT -5
Hope you get it Donnie!!!! Fingers crossed!!
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Post by Rockoonz on Mar 20, 2015 22:48:32 GMT -5
The first one is definitely a smoking hot deal, thinking the new sheath and shaft would cost more than they're selling all of it for.
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Post by gemfeller on Mar 21, 2015 1:11:02 GMT -5
Donnie, your investment in a flex shaft depends on what sort of work you plan to do with it: gem carving, stone setting, jewelry finishing etc. If I was buying my first one for general applications I'd probably go for new equipment rather than take a chance on a used item. Flex shafts are one of the most important and most used tools in the shop. This kit from Grobet, one of the most reputable names in jewelry tools, catches my attention. The quick-change handpiece can be very helpful if you plan to use only 3/32nd bits. My only question would be whether it adapts to a Foredom #30 handpiece which has a chuck that can accommodate larger-diameter bits. It has relatively low power, 1/8 hp. www.aajewelry.com/flexible-shaft-motor-with-quick-change-handpiece-by-grobet-usar.htmlMore power and torque are very helpful in many applications like stone-setting and gem-carving. This one is more money but if offers 1/6 hp. and comes with a #30 handpiece: www.aajewelry.com/k-8301-professional-flex-shaft-tool-set-115v.htmlIf you want to get into big-time power, this one offers a full 1/3 hp. and should be able to handle any job you tackle: www.aajewelry.com/hang-up-1-3-hp-series-tx-motor-with-plastic-foot-control.htmlYes, the last two involve a bigger investment but I've never found it economical to "economize" on crucial tools. In the long run quality tools pay for the cost difference many times over. BTW, this supplier is located in the L.A. Jewelry District and supplies high-end jewelry professionals. I know the owners personally and have dealt with them for 35 years.
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Post by Rockoonz on Mar 21, 2015 1:53:26 GMT -5
If it were a typical artsy type I would recommend new as well, but original Foredoms are infinitely rebuildable, parts available and affordable. Donnie would have no problem putting new brushes or bearings in her motor. Grobet USA is an interesting name for a chinese company, personally I have a small drill they sell. I bought it because it will get only occasional use so it should be OK. It is clearly inferior quality to a non chinese tool though.
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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on Mar 21, 2015 8:28:29 GMT -5
Thanks to all of you! I went ahead & ordered last night. I opted for a new one because with new I get warranty. Thanks Lee for your vote of confidence in me in being able to repair if need be & yes I would & could if it was necessary, especially since I know I could always get help with it right here on this forum. Rick, thank for those links. I had actually been looking at the second one on ebay from a company in New York & that's the one I ordered. It also has a small accessory kit with it, not that I really need it, but for $227 with free shipping, I went ahead & bit the bullet. I was using my little rotary tool from Fire Mtn Gems I've had for 4 years now & realized I am going to be really glad to have the Foredom, since it is going to free up the hand I use to turn that one on & off all the time.
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Mar 21, 2015 13:51:01 GMT -5
Thumbs up!!!
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Post by snowmom on Mar 21, 2015 14:55:17 GMT -5
Great! Can't wait to see what all you do with it!
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Post by rockjunquie on Mar 21, 2015 20:06:17 GMT -5
Congrats, Donnie. A girl can never have enough tools.
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